Sarasota, FL|News|
Watch: Mentos-Loving Police Horse Hangs Up Badge
After 12 years of serving at the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office, Charlie the horse has hung up his badge.
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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Lakeland, FL|News|
Casey Anthony May Have Accidentally Killed Caylee: Judge
The judge who presided over Casey Anthony’s 2011 first-degree murder trial has a theory about Caylee Anthony’s death.
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Tampa, FL|News|
‘Dangerous’ Fire Risk Rises As Cold Front Nears
Forecasters say the Tampa Bay area faces elevated fire risks and potentially hazardous conditions for some boaters.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Update: 1 Dead, 1 Injured In St. Pete Shooting
A Thursday morning double shooting in St. Petersburg resulted in one death.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
Suspicious Man Approached Kids At Bus Stop: Sheriff
A Wednesday incident at a Land O’ Lakes bus stop has deputies seeking out the man involved.
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Sarasota, FL|News|
‘Illegal Alien’s’ Deportation Requested After 2nd Arrest
The man accused in a recent road rage incident had a phony identification cards on him, Sarasota County Sheriff Tom Knight says.
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Largo, FL|News|
Woman Critical After East Bay Drive Crash
A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle on East Bay Drive Wednesday night.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
Strawberry Festival, Inmate Attack, Cold Front
Hot car death, Spring Break 2017, Rubio’s office woes and other stories from Florida Patch.
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Brandon, FL|News|
Watch: Inmate's Attack On Deputy Caught On Video
A 31-year-old Hillsborough County detention deputy was injured in a Tuesday attack.
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Palm Harbor, FL|News|
U.S. 19 Lane Closing Could Last A While: County
Work to repair a sewer line and roadway depression on U.S. 19 in the Palm Harbor area may take some time, county officials say.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
Bail Set For Orlando Shooter’s Wife, Noor Salman
The wife of the Orlando Pulse nightclub shooter will be set free on bond. The decision earned a fast response from Orlando police.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
Spring Break 2017: Tampa Bay Area School Closing Dates
Spring Break 2017 is just around the corner. Here are the dates parents need to know from counties across the region.
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Bradenton, FL|News|
Bradenton’s Mission BBQ Poised To Open
Mission BBQ in Bradenton is set to open later this month.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Student Was Piloting Plane That Crashed: St. Pete Police
A Cessna crashed in front of the tower at Albert Whitted Airport late Wednesday morning, according to St. Pete police.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
U.S. Rep. Charlie Crist Sets Town Hall Meeting
U.S. Rep. Charlie Crist has set a town hall meeting with constituents for this weekend.
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Bloomingdale-Riverview, FL|News|
‘Five Nights At Freddy’s’ Mask-Wearing Robber Caught: Deputies
A Plant City teen has been charged in a recent armed robbery at a Riverview Speedway.
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Tampa, FL|News|
U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio Booted From Tampa Office
Marco Rubio is looking for new office space after protesters have caused problems at his current Tampa location.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Fog, Marine Warnings Go Up Ahead Of Cold Front
A break from the heat in the Tampa Bay area is on the way, but some hazardous conditions may come along with it.
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Brandon, FL|News|
Toddler’s Hot Car Death Under Investigation
A 2-year-old Brandon boy died Tuesday after being left in a SUV for several hours.
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Bradenton, FL|News|
Beer Scene, Fatal Stabbing, Best States
Gator snags fish, cookie cupcakes, persistent burglar and other stories from Florida Patch.
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