New Port Richey, FL|News|
Pasco Calls Voluntary Evacuation As Flooding Woes Linger
Additional rainfall after Hurricane Irma is causing flooding concerns in some Pasco County neighborhoods.
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|
'Decaying' Puppy Leads To Man’s Arrest: Police
St. Petersburg Police have charged a 33-year-old man with felony animal cruelty after a puppy was found 'decaying' in a crate.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
‘Angels’ From Missouri Deliver Post-Irma Help To Tampa
Volunteers from Missouri made a special delivery in Tampa Thursday to help with Hurricane Irma recovery efforts.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
2 Tropical Disturbances Under Watch As Jose Weakens
Forecasters are keeping close tabs on Tropical Storm Jose while two new disturbances are showing signs of strengthening.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Florida Offers Help For Small Businesses After Hurricane Irma
Florida Gov. Rick Scott has activated emergency bridge loans to help small businesses damaged by Hurricane Irma.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Brandon, FL|News|
Hurricane Irma Recovery: Food Distribution Sites Open In Hillsborough
Hillsborough County has announced the opening of food distribution and collection sites.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Mom Didn't Know Running Generator In House Could Kill: Sheriff
Polk County officials have released more information about a Lakeland child’s death.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Free MREs At The Trop: Hurricane Irma Recovery
Feeding Tampa Bay plans to offer help to Hurricane Irma victims Thursday night.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
I-75 Closing Decision Made: Hurricane Irma Recovery
The state of Florida has announced the status of I-75 after flooding concerns along the Santa Fe River threatened closing.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
3 Supply Centers Open In St. Pete: Hurricane Irma Recovery
St. Petersburg has opened three supply and food centers for residents in need and those wishing to help them.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Fishing Trip Takes Fatal Turn For Boy, 5
A little boy pulled from water near Poynter Park in St. Petersburg on Wednesday has died.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tarpon Springs, FL|News|
Hurricane Irma Recovery: Tarpon Springs Update
As Tarpon Springs recovers from the devastation of Hurricane Irma, the city has updated its list of what’s open and closed.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Temple Terrace, FL|News|
Temple Terrace Enacts Curfew As Irma Nears
Temple Terrace residents are under a curfew order as Category 3 Hurricane Irma nears.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Tampa Enacts Curfew As Irma Nears
Tampa residents are under a curfew order as Category 3 Hurricane Irma nears.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Manatee County Enacts Curfew As Irma Nears
Manatee County residents are under a curfew order as Category 4 Hurricane Irma nears.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
St. Pete Enacts Curfew As Irma Nears
St. Petersburg residents are under a curfew order as Category 4 Hurricane Irma nears.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Troopers Helping Tampa Bay Evacuees Flee East
As Hurricane Irma tracks toward the Tampa Bay area, FHP is speeding up travel on Interstate 4.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Hurricane Irma: Is It The Disaster Experts Fear For Tampa Bay?
Hurricane experts estimated in 2015 that an Andrew-sized storm could cause $200 billion in damage in the Tampa Bay area ... Irma is bigger.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Land O' Lakes|News|
Pasco County Schools Set Tuesday Status Ahead Of Irma
As Hurricane Irma continues on a path toward the Tampa Bay area, Pasco County has made a decision about school on Tuesday.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Sarasota Expands Evacuations Ahead Of Irma
As Hurricane Irma approaches the Tampa Bay area, Sarasota County has expanded its evacuations.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
