• 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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Eclectic Music Festival Lineup

Billy Childs will headline the Eclectic Music Festival in South Pasadena Saturday. Here's a full list of performers playing at each of the venues around town.

Eclectic Music Festival Lineup
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What Went Down At The Assembly Candidate Forum

Jobs and transportation were among the hot topics at a forum Thursday night featuring the five candidates running for the 41st Assembly District serving Pasadena, South Pasadena and nearby cities.

What Went Down At The Assembly Candidate Forum
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Monterey Hills To Get New Principal

Principal Joe Johnson leaves the district after 37 years. What do you think of the news?

Monterey Hills To Get New Principal
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Police Chief Remembers L.A. Riots

Police Chief Joe Payne recalls how the L.A. Riots affected South Pas and surrounding cities. Where were you?

Police Chief Remembers L.A. Riots
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How the L.A. Riots Hit Buster's

A group of three men in masks thrashed Buster's, breaking all the windows and stealing the register. Here’s an account of what went down that night from owners Renee and Colette Richards.

How the L.A. Riots Hit Buster's
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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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Girls Swimming: Tigers Take League Win

Tigers defeated La Cañada, 94-76, to claim their first outright Rio Hondo League title in four years.

Girls Swimming: Tigers Take League Win
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Doo Dah Parade in Pasadena Saturday

The 35th Occasional Doo Dah Parade is the third to take place on the city’s east side. Expect bohemians, barflies and cross-dressing cheerleaders.

Doo Dah Parade in Pasadena Saturday
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SPEF Is Looking For Parti Gras Auction Items

From its humble beginnings in Bristol Farm’s parking lot, Parti Gras has grown to be one of South Pasadena’s most anticipated social events of the year.

SPEF Is Looking For Parti Gras Auction Items
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7 South Pas Summer Camps

Here are 7 summer camp options for kids and teens. Where will your children be hanging this summer?

7 South Pas Summer Camps
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Are South Pas Building Regulations Too Harsh?

Two property owners reached an agreement with the city Monday after fighting against construction rules they said were both costly and arbitrary.

Are South Pas Building Regulations Too Harsh?
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Scam Suspect Pleads Not Guilty

Moliga was arraigned Tuesday at Alhambra Superior Court and pleaded not guilty to the charges, court officials said. He returns to court May 10 for a hearing.

Scam Suspect Pleads Not Guilty