South Pasadena News

Among those pulling for South Pasadena’s entry to finish Tuesday’s 130th Rose Parade was a woman wearing white overalls and holding a giant snow...

Since 1892, South Pasadena has entered a self-build “float” in the Tournament of Roses Parade. Our city also has the distinction of having not...

Student artists at South Pasadena Middle School were tasked with creating Hallway Murals based on the six "Pillars of Character" that SPMS has adopted....

Urban Meyer got what he wanted, a victory to conclude a remarkable career at Ohio State as the Buckeyes held on for a 28-23...

It’s a year-round task, starting in January with the selection of a theme for South Pasadena's float, followed by construction over the course of...

Live Phone Interview with South Pasadena Rose Parade Float Operator/Animator Joss Rogers (James Jontz driving) as they are finally able to continue down the...

South Pasadena has won the Mayor Award in the 130th Rose Parade. The high honor goes to the most outstanding float from a participating city. The...

Some laughed, others cried out of joy as Tournament of Roses judges came to South Pasadena early Monday morning to give their second and...

As 2018 closes and we look forward to a new year, I would like to take a moment to thank all of you for supporting WISPPA...

South Pasadena Mayor Dr. Marina Khubesrian called them “two really amazing members of the community,” citing the accomplishments of local author Sam Quinones and...

Jen Meyers, who received a special 70th birthday present, can check one more item off her bucket list. Seeing the Rose Parade was something she...

UPDATE! Second round of auditions January 5th. See link below for all audition info. This is a big show with lots of speaking parts! South Pasadena,...

An alert and well-informed citizen makes you less of a target to a criminal. Call the South Pasadena Police Department to report any suspicious...

Tuf Borland, with a relentless work ethic and seemingly unbreakable spirit after coming back from an Achilles injury before the 2018, some calling him...

Jake Browning will complete a memorable season on January 1, 2019 when he guides the University of Washington against Ohio State in the Rose...

During the Rose Bowl’s first few years, things did not go quite as planned or as hoped for the California player Roy Riegels. Gloomy Gus...

Rexi (A468001) is a 4-year-old puppy who perks up as soon as you walk up to her kennel and will bounce up and down...

A dream since her childhood has come true in a big way for Maria Felix, who isn’t kidding when she says, “I love Christmas.” Over...

Resident Pete Kutzer has purchased the Citizen Business Bank building at the corner of Mission Street and Fair Oaks Boulevard in South Pasadena and,...

Library staff wish you a safe and happy holiday season! We look forward to serving you in the new year! HOLIDAY HOURS December 24th: 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. December...

An arrest has been made in the attempted robbery and knife attack on the store owner of Vana Watch and Jewelry in South Pasadena...

An overflow crowd poured into the War Memorial Building recently for the South Pasadena Senior Center’s annual Holiday Luncheon. The meal was provided by the...

A new chapter has begun in South Pasadena, and new Mayor Dr. Marina Khubesrian looks forward to being a part of it. “This is a...

Storytimes: The line-up includes Preschool Storytime for 3- to 5-year olds on Mondays from 10:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m.; Toddler Storytime on Fridays for 1- to...

Next WISPPA meeting: JANUARY 12 at 9:30. (Come at 9:00 a.m. for conversation and refreshments) Be sure to join us on the 2nd Saturday of January for a conversation...

Dan spent several years in Germany including East Germany shortly after the fall of the wall. His informative presentation provided a picture of what...

During the holiday season, Edwin Cawston boasted: “I receive more mail at my ostrich farm in South Pasadena than Santa Claus at the North...

It’s a win-win for students and those seeking a helping hand. No one can argue with that concept. Now in its 10th year, individuals looking to...

Janet Benjamin laughed at the thought, before saying to those in the crowd, “This is one of the first years in which I can...