Sarasota, FL|News|
Watch: E9 'The Adventurer' Takes Flight
Florida’s beloved eaglet E9 is still under care of its mom and dad, but that isn't getting in the way of some adventure.
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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Tampa, FL|News|
Severe Thunderstorms, Waterspouts Possible As Front Moves Through
The National Weather Service is warning that a cold front could bring severe weather into the Tampa Bay area.
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Brandon, FL|News|
Gas Station Skimmers, Casey Anthony Talks, Best Airports
Life sentence, Publix named among country’s best employers, alcohol on Sundays and other stories from Florida Patch.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Tampa Firefighter’s Fiancée Accidentally Shot By His Gun: Deputies
A St. Petersburg woman was hospitalized when her fiancé’s firearm went off as she was driving home Saturday night.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Warnings Go Up As Cold Front Approaches Tampa Bay
A cold front approaching the region could make conditions hazardous on local waters while thunderstorms may become a concern.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Pilot Safe After Peter O. Knight Plane Crash
A plane crashed into the water at Davis Islands' Peter O. Knight Airport Sunday afternoon.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
Mystery Boat, Sandy Hook ‘Truther,’ Lunch Money Bandit: Weird Florida
Strange inheritance, manatee count numbers up, expired tag leads to accused thief’s downfall and other stories from Florida Patch.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Arson Blamed In Ybor City Resort & Spa Fire
An early Saturday morning blaze in Ybor City has been ruled arson.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Fiery Hit-And-Run Leads To Largo Man’s Arrest
A 23-year-old Largo man faces DUI and careless driving charges after a Saturday morning hit-and-run in St. Petersburg.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
St. Pete Woman, 18, Killed In McMullen Booth Road Crash
A two-car collision Saturday morning left a St. Petersburg woman dead and several people seriously injured.
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Palm Harbor, FL|News|
Man, 26, Accidentally Shot In Movie Theater Bathroom
A Palm Harbor man was injured when his gun went off accidentally at an Oldsmar movie theater.
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Brandon, FL|News|
Bond Revoked, Stand Your Ground, Biltmore Cottage
Real life ‘Bones,’ 60-degree temperatures, St. Patrick’s Day and other stories from Florida Patch.
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
Man, 33, Reported Missing, Endangered
New Port Richey Police are asking for help locating a man who has been missing for months and may be in Tampa.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
No Bond For Orlando Nightclub Shooter’s Wife
The wife of the Orlando Pulse nightclub shooter will be detained until she faces trial.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan Changes Town Hall Venue
A new location has been announced for U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan’s upcoming town hall meeting.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Land O' Lakes|News|
Watch: Tampa Doctor Is Real Life ‘Bones’
USF’s Dr. Erin Kimmerle is working to unravel the mystery behind 50 cold cases as plans for a ‘body farm’ in Land O’ Lakes move forward.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Tampa Bar Named Among America’s Best For St. Patrick’s Day
One bar in the Tampa Bay area has earned ranking among America’s 50 best for celebrating St. Patrick’s Day.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
Stand Your Ground Denied In Movie Theater Shooting
A former Tampa Police captain will face trial in a 2014 shooting at a Wesley Chapel movie theater.
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Tampa, FL|News|
2 Missing Jet Skiers Found Safe
Two jet skiers were found safe in Tampa Bay after a Thursday night scare.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Shooting Death Under Investigation In Pinellas Park
An adult male was found shot to death inside a Pinellas Park home early Friday morning.
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