New Tampa, FL|News|
Arson Blamed In Thonotosassa Mosque Fire
A Friday morning fire at the Islamic Society of New Tampa has been ruled arson by Hillsborough County investigators.
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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Sarasota, FL|News|
I-75, University Parkway Off-Ramp Closing Set
FDOT has announced an upcoming off-ramp closing at the I-75 and University Parkway interchange.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Land O' Lakes|News|
Pasco County Woman Reported Missing
Pasco County deputies need help locating a missing 63-year-old woman who is without her medication.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
JCPenney Closing 130-140 Stores, 2 Distribution Centers
JCPenney announced plans to close up to 140 store locations and two distribution centers, including the one in Lakeland.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
New Port Richey, FL|News|
Jameis Winston Fumbles, Publix Scores, $1 Million Win
Planetary discovery, America’s best beaches, traffic-blocking protesters and other stories from Florida Patch.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
Missing Clearwater Man Found
Clearwater Police needed help finding a missing 61-year-old man with a medical condition.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Intelligent Life On Newly Found Planets Not Likely: Expert
The Bishop Planetarium’s director weighs in on the discovery of several ‘earth-like’ planets.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Business Shot Up, Cops Need Help Catching Suspect
Clearwater Police need help finding the person responsible for shooting out windows at a local business over the weekend.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
ICYMI: 3 Tampa Bay Area Beaches Named Top In U.S.
Three beaches along Florida’s west central coast earned top honors from TripAdvisor. One was named among the world's best.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Bill Aims To Curb Traffic-Blocking Protests
A bill being floated in the Florida Senate would make it illegal to block traffic during protests. Do you think it’s needed?
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
2 Popular Beaches Get Bad Bacterial Reports
People are being advised to stay out of the water at two beaches in Hillsborough County.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Watch: Bucs’ Jameis Winston Advises Silence For Ladies
Buccaneers’ quarterback Jameis Winston says he used "poor word choice" when telling girls to be "silent, polite, gentle."
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Publix Scores Big With Consumers
Publix Supermarkets earned top rankings in the latest Harris Poll consumer survey.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Brandon, FL|News|
$1 Million Lottery Prize Claimed By Brandon Woman
A 65-year-old Brandon woman claimed a $1 million scratch-off prize from the Florida Lottery.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Warnings Go Up On Area Beaches
Beachgoers are being warned to exercise caution in Tampa Bay area waters over the next day or so.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Land O' Lakes|News|
New I-75 Entrance Ramp Set To Open
Motorists who get on Interstate 75 from State Road 52 can expect changes soon.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Brandon, FL|News|
SUV, Coca-Cola Truck Collide On I-4
Both drivers and a 7-year-old boy suffered minor injuries after a SUV and Coca-Cola truck collided on I-4 Thursday morning.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
New Port Richey, FL|News|
Diaper Tax, Mandatory Recess, Territory Marking
Serial armed robbery spree, kids eat free, expired tag leads to big trouble and other stories from Florida Patch.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Machete On Campus Leads To Teen’s Arrest
A 28-inch machete was concealed in a trombone case found on the Lakewood High campus Wednesday.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Florida Anglers Marking Territory With Feces: Report
Competition among fishing enthusiasts at one Florida pier has become so fierce anglers are reportedly marking their territory with feces.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
