Tampa, FL|News|
Woman, 26, Dies After Tampa Pedestrian Crash
A 26-year-old Tampa woman died Tuesday following a pedestrian crash on Nebraska Avenue near Hillsborough.
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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Gulfport, FL|News|
Body Found In Water Near Gulfport Beachfront
Gulfport Police are investigating the death of a 43-year-old man whose body was found in water early Wednesday morning.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
Sexiest Vegan, Homemade Helicopter, Pier Closes After Irma
Details emerge in seawater bacteria death, free McDonald’s, unstoppable views and other stories from Florida Patch.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Free McDonald’s For First Responders
Tampa Bay McDonald’s are offering free Extra Value Meals on First Responders Appreciation Day.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
Unstoppable Views Set Belleair Beauty Apart
WOW House: Sneak a peek inside this Belleair home that boasts ‘comprehensive Intracoastal waterway views’ and its own 10-car garage.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Body Found Near Railroad Tracks: ID Released
St. Petersburg Police say they’ve identified the woman whose decomposing body was found near railroad tracks last week.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Boy, 12, Arrested In Melrose Elementary Burglary
St. Petersburg Police say a 12-year-old boy broke into Melrose Elementary School several times while it was closed for Hurricane Irma.
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Sarasota, FL|News|
Seawater Bacteria Death Linked To Open Wound
The Florida Department of Health has provided more information on the state’s most recent Vibrio vulnificus-related death.
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Westchase, FL|News|
Pilot Injured After ‘Homemade’ Helicopter Crashes Into House
A 51-year-old Odessa man was hospitalized after his helicopter crashed into a house Monday night.
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Tampa, FL|News|
‘Sexiest Vegan Over 50:’ USF Professor In The Running
A University of South Florida professor is a finalist in PETA’s Sexiest Vegan Over 50 contest.
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
Seawater Bacteria Deaths, NFL Protests, Flooding
Prosperous ZIP codes, Lido Key views, worst states for teachers and other stories from Florida Patch.
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Tampa, FL|News|
NFL Protests ‘Not About Patriotism:’ Tony Dungy
Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Tony Dungy says NFL players are taking the knee for ‘social change.’
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Westchase, FL|News|
Helicopter Crashes Into Odessa Home
Hillsborough County deputies are investigating a helicopter-versus-house crash.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
How Prosperous Is Your Florida ZIP Code? New Data Reveals Wealth Gap
Addresses are a factor in determining how well off Floridians are, including the size of their paychecks and education levels.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Florida Seawater Bacteria Death Toll Rises
A fourth person has died in Florida following exposure to Vibrio vulnificus, a bacteria found in warm, salty water.
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Sarasota, FL|News|
Lido Key Home Capitalizes On Big Pass, Gulf Views
WOW House: Take a peek inside this palatial Sarasota home that boasts high ceilings, balconies and waterfront views.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Florida Fails Teachers: Study
When it comes to great teaching environments and opportunities for educators, Florida falls flat compared to other states, a new study says.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Bicyclist Dies After St. Pete Crash
A man injured in a Sept. 18 bicycle crash on 62nd Avenue North has died from his injuries.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
Plane-Versus-Helicopter Crash: Details Emerge
Clearwater Public Safety has released more information about a Saturday crash involving a helicopter and a small plane.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
Clearwater Shooting Under Investigation
A 38-year-old man was shot multiple times during a Sunday incident in unincorporated Clearwater.
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