Tampa, FL|News|
Hot, Dry Weather Elevates Tampa Bay’s Weekend Fire Concerns
While outdoor lovers may find the weekend's hot, sunny days to their liking, forecasters are warning of increased fire risk.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
- Land O' Lakes, FL
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Florida Editor
Email: sherri.lonon@patch.com
Born in Rochester, N.Y.
Sherri Lonon moved to Land O' Lakes via Amsterdam, N.Y., when she was 12. Lonon attended Pine View Middle and Land O' Lakes High before going on to receive her degree in history from the University of South Florida.
Always an avid writer, she began her career in journalism in 1990, writing mostly about local communities such as Land O' Lakes, Lutz, Carrollwood, Town 'N Country and Plant City. She also served as the community relations coordinator for the Hillsborough County Water Department. She is married and has two daughters.
When she's not working, she enjoys reading, watching a good horror movie and hanging out with her family and friends.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Rogue Walmart Register, Pastor Arrested, Thin Blue Line
Murder suspect captured, burn ban, grocery store liquor and other stories from Florida Patch.
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Sarasota, FL|News|
Missing Sarasota Couple Found
Sarasota County deputies say a husband and wife that were reported missing have been found.
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Bradenton, FL|News|
Bradenton Skate Park, Parts of Riverwalk Closing For Bridge Work
The skate park and parts of Riverwalk will close during Hernando Desoto Bridge Construction.
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Bradenton, FL|News|
Daycare Owner, 60, Arrested On Molestation Charge
Manatee County deputies have announced the arrest of a 60-year-old Bradenton man on molestation charges.
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Brandon, FL|News|
I-75 Reopens After Brush Fire
A Thursday afternoon brush fire had forced the closing of Interstate 75 lanes near Interstate 4.
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Brandon, FL|News|
Pastor Charged In Sexual Battery
A Beth-El Farmworker Ministry pastor was charged with three counts of sexual battery on a minor.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
Rogue Walmart Register Spits Out $20s (Video)
A group of people enjoyed a windfall from an improperly stocked Walmart self-checkout register. Now police want to talk to them.
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Orlando, FL|News|
Anti-Death Penalty Prosecutor’s Case Doesn’t Add Up: Rick Scott, Pam Bondi
Aramis Ayala is asking the court to declare unconstitutional a move she herself has requested before, Scott and Bondi say.
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Brandon, FL|News|
Thin Blue Line Act Cleared For Full House Vote
A bill that would make it easier for prosecutors to seek the death penalty for cop killers cleared a U.S. House committee Thursday
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Clearwater, FL|News|
Pill Drop, Shredding Event Set By Clearwater Police
Clearwater residents can get rid of old documents and unwanted prescription pills in the same location Saturday.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
Grocery Store Liquor Aisles Could Be Coming To Florida
A bill that would make it legal for Florida big box retailers and grocery stores to sell liquor is headed to Gov. Rick Scott’s desk.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Burn Ban Set In Hillsborough County
Hillsborough County’s Emergency Policy Group enacted a ban on outdoor burning Thursday.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Tampa Homicide Victim Identified
The Tampa Police Department is investigating the Thursday morning death of a 39-year-old man.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
Land O’ Lakes Murder Suspect Captured
The man wanted in connection with a Wednesday shooting death in Land O’ Lakes was located in Hernando County.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
34 Sharks, Thin Blue Line, Water Shortage
Fire weather, death penalty dispute, wild search lands four arrests and other stories from Florida Patch.
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Sarasota, FL|News|
Researchers Tag 34 Sharks Off Florida’s Gulf Coast: ICYMI
Scientists and college students recently joined force to advance understanding of the sharks that live in Florida waters.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
Manhunt Launched For Murder Suspect
Pasco County deputies are looking for help locating a man wanted in connection with a Wednesday shooting in Land O' Lakes.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Pinellas Bayway Bridge Replacement Open House Set
Folks who want to learn more about the upcoming $53 million Pinellas Bayway Bridge replacement project will get their chance Thursday.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Orlando, FL|News|
Anti-Death Penalty Prosecutor Can’t Have Cases Back: Florida Supreme Court
Orange-Osceola County State Attorney Aramis Ayala won’t get her murder cases temporarily back as a federal lawsuit plays out.
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