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Bill Glazier
Bill Glazier is a South Pasadenan and has been the primary news reporter & editor-in-chief for South Pasadena for over 24 years. His work with SouthPasadenan.com is read by over 110,500 people in the South Pasadena/Pasadena Metro, Highland Park, and surrounding communities.
2020 Image Awards | Four Honorees Selected for Prestigious Title by Mayor
Four individuals, appropriately matching the criteria of the high honor, were selected as Image Award winners by South Pasadena Mayor Robert Joe and are to be honored at the Crunch Time Party hosted by...
New Developments on Mission | Construction Underway at Former Citizen’s Bank Location
Jackhammers, clanging of metal and constant pounding are a dead giveaway something big is happening behind a 5-foot barrier in front of a massive structure at the corner of Mission Street and Fair Oaks...
South Pasadena Firefighters Distribute Toys | Spark of Love Brings Joy to Less Fortunate
A stroll through the South Pasadena Fire Department these days looks a lot like the North Pole.
“We basically have a toy store on our apparatus floor,” said Paul Riddle, the city’s fire chief, who...
Elementary Schools Sing for the Holidays | Monterey Hills, Marengo, and Arroyo Vista Hold...
A mix of holiday favorites – some song in both English and Spanish – along with a little travelin’ music, filled the air this week as South Pasadena elementary schools hosted their respective winter...
Bob Joe Officially Takes Oath as Mayor | City Attends Ceremonial Swearing In
Robert Joe, acknowledging it was an honor to be sworn in by Los Angeles County Board of Supervisor Kathryn Barger, was administered the oath of office Wednesday night to become South Pasadena’s new mayor.
Joe...
Fending off ‘Porch Pirates’ | SPPD Gives Tips on Preventing Package Thievery
A real-life Grinch has the ability to make a person’s Christmas not so bright, so local authorities like South Pasadena Police Chief Joe Ortiz have a few tips on how not to avoid being...
SPHS Principal Offers Support in Tragic Times | Helping Students Cope in Wake of...
Ask for help.
The message sounds simplistic, but local school officials insist administrators and counselors are available, ready to answer questions from students trying to cope with violent situations like the one that took place...
Rose Princess Cole Fox Visits Seniors | Serving up Holiday Cheer at War Memorial...
Royalty came to the South Pasadena Senior Center holiday luncheon, as Cole Fox, a local resident talked about the excitement of being a part of the 131st Rose Parade and 106th Rose Bowl Game...
Meet the Mayor | Bob Joe Discusses Future of South Pasadena at City Hall
A variety of key issues facing the City of South Pasadena, many of which new mayor Robert Joe and the City Council hope to tackle over the next year, will be addressed Wednesday night.
Three...
SPHS Sports Update | Tiger Boys’ Basketball Win Title Game
Playing with a lot of pride, spirit and mostly confidence, South Pasadena High’s boys’ basketball team is on a roll, opening the season with nine straight non-league victories as it rolls into the winter...
Bringing Kids the Healing Sounds of Music | Local Songwriter Travels to Hospitals Around...
It’s a good start, but Dave Kinnoin says more is still needed.
Kinnoin, a professional singer/songwriter, performs for Pickleberry Pie, an organization that provides music for children during their hospital stays.
To date, $13,500 has been...
ROSE PARADE FLOAT | Chamber Mixer Gives Sneak Peak of ‘Victory at Last’
Billed as a “sneak peek,” community members were invited to take a look at the progress of South Pasadena’s float currently under construction behind the War Memorial Building, as volunteers toil to get it...
Oneonta Club Holiday Dinner | An Evening with the Tournament of Roses Royal Court
Celebrating with her mother the excitement of becoming a member of the Tournament of Roses Royal Court was the most memorable experience during the selection process for Cole Fox, a senior at South Pasadena...
SPPD Focuses on Pedestrian Safety | Operation on Busy Road Gives Crucial Data
As cars zipped through the intersection, not stopping for pedestrians stepping into the crosswalk as required by law, Daren Wong provided a reasonable explanation why vehicles weren’t coming to a halt.
Preoccupied, distracted and pushed...
Tournament of Roses Raffle Ticket Winners Announced | Three to Receive Royal Treatment
New Year’s Day is expected to be extra special for three lucky winners taking part in this year’s Ultimate Tournament of Roses Experience drawing, which helps fund South Pasadena’s float in the annual Rose...
Winter Choir Concert at SPMS | Schools Showcase Their Vocal Talents
Music filled the air Wednesday night as choir members from South Pasadena High School and the local middle school presented their annual Vocal Music Winter Concert.
The auditorium at South Pasadena Middle School was nearly...
Rose Parade Float Goes on Another Test Drive | Working out Kinks Before New...
In just a few short weeks, the City of South Pasadena’s float will set sail on a 5-½-mile voyage down Colorado Boulevard in the 131st Rose Parade to the fanfare of thousands viewing it...
Kipke Voted in as New School Board President | Suzie Abajian Honored for Service
Back in a familiar role, Dr. Michele Kipke will serve her third term as president of the South Pasadena Board of Education.
Her peers on the school board unanimously selected Kipke to hold the highest...
Breakfast with Santa SATURDAY | Kris Kringle Comes to Town
Santa Claus, yes, the jolly man in a red suit, is coming in town for a morning of fun and activities.
The City of South Pasadena is hosting its annual Breakfast with Santa on Saturday,...
Farmer’s Market Tree Lighting | City & Chamber of Commerce Ring in the Holidays
It kicks off the shopping season, brings the community together, and brings smiles – lots of them – to those bundled up on a cold night.
“It kicks off the holiday season,” said Laurie Wheeler,...
Three Promotions at SPPD | Long-Time Members Receive High-Ranking Titles
Reorganization of the South Pasadena Police Department has taken place with three officers receiving promotions.
Sergeants Thomas Jacobs and Shannon Robledo are now lieutenants while Randy Wise becomes a corporal. All three were recognized for...
Arroyo Vista State Float Parade | Students Roll Out Continental Creations
With the Tournament of Roses Queen and Court looking on, dozens of miniature floats rolled past hundreds last Friday to the applause and fanfare from those taking in Arroyo Vista Elementary School’s 35th annual...
TIGER RUN 2019 | 22 Years of Running Through South Pasadena Streets
A morning rain at the outset of Saturday’s Tiger Run didn’t dampen the spirit of some 700 strong who wouldn’t let stormy skies get in the way of tradition.
For 20-plus years, rain or shine,...
John Pope Leaves South Pasadena | Public Information Officer Reflects on Eventful Year
Over a stretch of about a year and a half, John Pope created the City of South Pasadena’s first crisis communications plan, produced a promotional video, developed a new city logo, a brochure to...
Board of Education Preview | Selecting New President, Recognizing Volleyball Team Amongst Highlights
Who’s going to be the next South Pasadena Board of Education president?
It’s up for grabs, but if history has anything to do with it, the role will fall on the person serving in the...
Senator Portantino Recognizes Hotbox Vintage | Delilah Currie Receives ‘Young Entrepreneur Award’
Delilah Currie has a talented eye for special fashion finds that span decades of style.
Odds always seem to be in her favor that once she discovers them they’re soon sold from her popular store...
Mayor Delivers State of City | Annual Retrospective for South Pasadena
Dr. Marina Khubesrian likes a catchy phrase attributed to the City of South Pasadena, sharing it to illustrate the community’s feisty spirit during her State of the City address at the War Memorial Building...
Bob Joe Voted in as New Mayor | Khubesrian Ceremoniously Hands Over Position
Robert Joe, known simply as “Bob” by most around town, was selected by his peers Wednesday night to serve as the City of South Pasadena’s new mayor for a one-year term.
The City Council didn’t...
Todd Brown Day at SPMS | Students and Faculty Celebrate Admired Teacher
He’ll be remembered for his lasting friendships with students, a positive connection with parents and the supportive community he impacted heavily over the years.
Talking about Todd Brown, 46, the longtime math teacher at South...
State of the City & Chamber Holiday Party | Doubleheader At War Memorial
A holiday party mixed coupled with a state of the city address will all be part of a festive evening on Tuesday, December 3, as the South Pasadena Chamber of Commerce hosts two key...
