Hazel Lodevico-To'o, Patch Staff
- Glendora, CA
Email: hazel.lodevicotoo@Patch.com
Phone: 909-282-8399
Hometown: Riverside, Calif. (now San Dimas, Calif.)
Birthday: May 6
Bio: Hazel Lodevico-To'o is a writer, editor, foodie fanatic, world traveler, book nerd, lover of arts and culture and editor of your Glendora Patch. Since being Filipino-American with a Chinese/Samoan-American husband makes for an interesting last name, you can just call her Hazel.
Hazel graduated from Humboldt State University in 2003 with a bachelor's degree in journalism and has since written for a number of newspapers and magazines, including the San Gabriel Valley Tribune and the OC Register. She was the news editor of the Apache Junction/Gold Canyon Independent in Arizona and the managing editor of Thirteen Minutes, an Asian American fashion and lifestyle magazine. In 2009, she earned her master's degree in mass communications and journalism from Cal State Fullerton. She is also a member of the Asian American Journalism Association and Society of Professional Journalists.
Now her journalism career brings her to Glendora, Calif. and she is thrilled to work with the community of Glendora as their Patch editor!
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Politics: Growing up in a conservative, traditional Catholic household and going to school in ultra-liberal Humboldt State University, I consider myself moderate on most issues. Ultimately, I believe in fairness, equality and respect for our diverse communities.
Religion: I was born, baptized and raised Catholic and went to Catholic schools throughout elementary school. I am a practicing Catholic, but I have respect and admiration for all religions.
Local Hot-Button Issues: The people of Glendora care very much about their communities, especially education. Glendora's school district is one of the best in southern California. Residents also care about local development and how their community is affected by new growth.
Posting Activity
Glendora|News|
Handgun in Woman's Purse Accidentally Discharges in Glendora Store
A projectile from the bullet hit the woman's boyfriend in the arm, according to Glendora police.
Eagle Rock, CA|News|
Father Opens Fire On Car With 2-Year-Old Son In It
Pasadena Police are looking for the shooter and an accomplice.
Altadena, CA|News|
Father Opens Fire On Car With 2-Year-Old Son In It
Pasadena Police are looking for the shooter and an accomplice.
Pasadena, CA|News|
Father Opens Fire On Car With 2-Year-Old Son In It
Pasadena Police are looking for the shooter and an accomplice.
Altadena, CA|News|
Voter's Registration Deadline Approaching
Monday is the last day residents can register for the Nov. 5 election.
Glendora|News|
Citrus College Fairs Offer Educational Opportunities to Students
Students explore transfer options and degree programs.
Glendora|News|
Man Carjacked in Glendora Walmart Parking Lot
Pacific Palisades, CA|News|
Man Rescued From 20-Foot Deep Water Tank
The man somehow found himself stranded in an abandoned water tank while hiking in Topanga State Park Saturday morning, according to authorities.
Glendora|News|
Candidate Q and A: Michael Christensen
School Board candidates answer questions from Patch.
Glendora|News|
Warm, Sunny Weekend Ahead
Glendora|News|
Eastbound 210 Freeway in Pasadena Reopened After Police Closure
Traffic is being diverted at Lake Avenue.
Altadena, CA|News|
What's Playing at the Movies This Weekend
Here is what is playing in theaters around town this weekend, plus showtimes.
Glendora|News|
What's Playing at the Movies This Weekend
Here is what is playing in theaters around town this weekend, plus showtimes.
Glendora|News|
One Injured in Glendora Crash
The collision occurred Thursday evening on Glenwood and Lemon avenues.
Altadena, CA|News|
Woman Threatening to Jump Prompts 210 Freeway Closure
Traffic is being diverted at Lake Avenue.
Altadena, CA|News|
Altadena Crime Blotter: Two Wounded in Gunfire, Man Attacked With Pocket Knife
A week in crime in Altadena.