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About Julianna
<b>Email: </b>julianna.crisalli@patch.com
<b>Phone:</b> (949) 636-5124
<b>Hometown: </b>Tehachapi, Calif.
<b>Birthday:</b> October 8
<b>Bio:</b> Julianna Crisalli has written breaking news, personality and business profiles, and features. She served as managing editor of her college newspaper, and before that, editor of her high school paper. Julianna had an internship at the Bakersfield Californian in Bakersfield, CA and worked as a full-time reporter for the Tehachapi News in Tehachapi, CA, her hometown weekly newspaper.
Julianna grew up in the newsroom. With her father the publisher of the local newspaper, her brother in advertising for the publication and her mother a writer, ink runs in her veins.
When she's not working, Julianna enjoys playing with her daughter, taking trips to the ocean and defeating her husband at iPhone games.
<b>Your Beliefs</b><br>At Patch, we promise always to report the facts objectively and adhere to the principles of good journalism. In the spirit of simple honesty, our policy is to encourage our editors to reveal their beliefs to the extent they feel comfortable. <br><br><b>Politics </b><br>How would you describe your political beliefs?
I am open-minded and inquisitive. I value varying viewpoints.
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<b>Local Hot-Button Issues</b><br>What do you think are the most important issues facing the community?
Among the hot-button issues are the fight to preserve the development standards set by the city. Safety is another priority for Aliso Viejo, which has continually been ranked one of the safest cities in Orange County.
Where do you stand on each of these issues?
I was attracted to Aliso Viejo because of its safety record and its appealing layout. These issues are important to me as well.
Adding a little spice to an autumn favorite. Got some good fall recipes to share?

Adding a little spice to an autumn favorite. Got some good fall recipes to share?
"Homosexuality in High School," released to YouTube by a Compass Bible Church pastor, inspired a gay pride dance party at OCHSA.
Your event guide to Halloween haunts in and around Aliso Viejo.
Adding a little spice to an autumn favorite.
Adding a little spice to an autumn favorite. Got some good fall recipes to share?
Trick-or-treating youngsters dressed in their Halloween best during the Aliso Viejo Community Association sponsored event.
Halloween tailgate provides tricks, treats and spooky decorations.
Patch’s Little Pumpkin Costume Challenge with Heidi Klum needs your entries now.
Test your Halloween gear during Saturday's costume parade and donate food to people in need in O.C.
Neighborhood collection bins, for canned, packaged, boxed or other wrapped food goods, are available in Aliso Viejo and Laguna Niguel.
Families and businesses celebrate Aliso Viejo's 10-year anniversary during the annual Founders Day Fair.
Man fled on foot after stealing a car with a two-year-old boy inside.
"The Great Food Truck Race" winners will be serving their selection of fresh eats Friday.
Spot the signs of drug use during a special presentation at Aliso Niguel High.
Troop 2226 earns $535 for the "Sowing the Seeds of Love" program during a bake sale.
The Habit Grill is currently under construction in Aliso Viejo and scheduled to open Dec. 7.
Take part in a free Halloween cooking demonstration at Native Foods.
Learn ways to go green at home and the city’s plans for a sustainable future.