Lakeland, FL|News|
Las Vegas Shooting 'Unimaginable,' Witness Jake Owen Says
“No one knew where to go,” country music singer and Winter Haven native Jake Owen said of the Sunday night mass shooting in Las Vegas.
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|
Breezy, Slightly Cooler Weather In Tampa Bay’s Forecast
Find out what’s in store for the Tampa Bay area in the weather department as the workweek continues.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
Largo Woman, 52, Killed In Clearwater Crash
Clearwater Police say a 52-year-old Largo woman was killed in a multi-vehicle crash on Drew Street Monday morning.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Pier Closed, Caught In The Act, Free College
Boy takes a knee, some horse, worst states for teachers and other stories from Florida Patch.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
Banana Brouhaha, Taliban ‘Joke,’ Unwanted Hug
Bed bugs, not-so-great aunt, up-skirt peeper and other stories from Florida Patch.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
Toddler’s Drowning Death Under Investigation
The death of a 1-year-old Clearwater boy is under investigation by the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Arrest Made In St. Pete Woman’s Murder
St. Petersburg Police say a 24-year-old man has been charged in the Sept. 24 shooting death of Allison Leigh Boyke.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
Spirit Halloween Stores Open In Tampa Bay: List
Spirit Halloween stores have opened for the season at locations across the Tampa Bay area.
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
Riverfront Estate Boasts Direct Gulf Access
WOW House: Listed at just under $2 million, this Pithlachascotee River estate boasts more than 7,000 square feet of living space.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
FEMA Sets Up Shop To Help Clearwater Residents
Clearwater residents and business owners who suffered Hurricane Irma-related damage can meet with FEMA representatives in person.
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Largo, FL|News|
Taliban Bomb ‘Joke’ Lands Florida Man In Jail
A Florida man’s alleged joke about having a bomb and working for the Taliban ended Thursday with police getting the last laugh.
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Tampa, FL|News|
2 Weather Disturbances Gun For Florida
The National Hurricane Center is keeping close tabs on two areas of disturbed weather developing near Florida.
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Largo, FL|News|
Taliban ‘Joke’ Creates Largo Bomb Scare
A Red Lobster in Largo was evacuated after a man carrying a black bag walked in and allegedly said he worked for the ‘Taliban.’
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Largo, FL|News|
Come Home To An ‘Outdoor Sanctuary’
WOW House: Take a look inside this expansive estate in Largo’s Harbor Bluffs that has its own infinity edge saltwater pool and a lap pool.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Weather Disturbance Takes Aim At Florida
The National Hurricane Center is keeping close tabs on an area of disturbed weather that has Florida in its sights.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
Boy Takes A Knee, Free College, Man’s Body Found
Patrol horse wins national honor, accused attempted rapist caught, some state parks remain closed and other stories from Florida Patch.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Attempted Rapist Caught In Act By Sergeant, Police Say
Breaking: A Tampa man, 26, faces criminals charges after St. Petersburg Police say he was caught trying to rape a 61-year-old woman.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Culbreath Isles Home Is An Entertainer’s Dream
WOW House: With a 1,200-bottle wine room, outdoor kitchen and canal access to the Bay, this Culbreath Isles home was designed to impress.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
Boy, 6, Takes Knee During Pledge, Gets Told To Stand: Report
A Wiregrass Elementary student’s decision to take a knee during the Pledge Of Allegiance has Pasco County officials explaining state law.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Free College Tuition For Florida Kids Floated By Lawmaker
A Florida lawmaker has filed a bill that would provide free college tuition for Sunshine State kids, but there are a few caveats.
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