• Kristen LeporePatch Staff Verified Patch Staff Badge

  • South Pasadena, CA

After studying in London and graduating from Mizzou with a degree in magazine journalism, my first post-college gig was covering entertainment news for the free daily newspaper, <i>RedEye</i>.

I went on to report for GateHouse Media, Inc. in the northwest suburbs of Chicago writing about local issues facing residents and business owners.

I came to the L.A.-area about a year ago after spearheading a social media department at a boutique PR firm. I was excited for the opportunity to work at Patch and begin my career as a digital editor.

I love meeting new people and am keen on forming relationships with everyone in the community. So please don&#39;t hesitate to say hi on Twitter, Facebook or when you see me around town.

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10 Awesome Parti Gras Auction Items

Come out June 2 to mingle with familiar faces, and support your local schools. Plus, there are these awesome auction items.

10 Awesome Parti Gras Auction Items
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Where in South Pas is Patch? (Photos)

Here are the answers to last week's feature. Can you guess where we are in these three new pics?

Where in South Pas is Patch? (Photos)
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Is SPUSD In Financial Trouble?

The state classified SPUSD in qualified financial status, which is assigned when a school district's financial projects show that it may not be able to meet financial obligations in the current and upcoming two fiscal years.

Is SPUSD In Financial Trouble?
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Who Won The Pasadena Marathon?

Over 7,000 participants competed in Sunday’s events, which also included a half-marathon, 10k, 5k, bike tour and kids’ run.

Who Won The Pasadena Marathon?
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Man Found Dead in Amberwood Home

A man was found unresponsive around noon Monday in South Pasadena. Detectives say the public is not in danger.

Man Found Dead in Amberwood Home
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Get To Know Your Assembly Candidates

The 41st Assembly District includes Upland, Claremont, La Verne and San Dimas as well as much of the southern San Gabriel Mountains and into Pasadena. Democrats hold a 43 percent to 34 percent edge over Republicans among registered voters.

Get To Know Your Assembly Candidates
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Do You Have Chickens In Your Backyard?

The San Marino City Council is considering whether residents should be allowed to own chickens for personal urban farming purposes. What do you think?

Do You Have Chickens In Your Backyard?
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Where in South Pas is Patch? (Photos)

Here are the answers to last week's feature. Can you guess where we are in these three new pics?

Where in South Pas is Patch? (Photos)