Born in Lafayette and raised in St. Martinville, I am a Cajun in heart, mind and spirit. I dove into the news industry with my start at my hometown newspaper where I picked up some journalistic skills. I earned a degree in mass communications at UL Lafayette which prepared me for covering news in Acadiana and around the state. As a news reporter for KPEL, my news beats include, but are not limited to, Lafayette Consolidated Government and the Lafayette Parish School Board. Jumping from print media to broadcast has been an exciting move for me in the ever-changing multimedia environment of today's news world. When not covering news, I can often be found playing guitar or cooking at home, both usually being done with my daughter, Jolie, very near by.
Derek Albert
Drainage-CREATE Rededication, Other Tax Renewals Approved In Lafayette Parish
The highly contested drainage-CREATE rededication and the to tax renewals were approved by Lafayette Parish voters.
Iberia Parish Levee Development Voted Down
Iberia Parish voters overwhelmingly chose not to approve the development of a levee and drainage system in the southern part of the parish.
GOP’s John Schroder Elected As Next State Treasurer
Republican candidate John Schroder defeated Democrat Derrick Edwards in the statewide runoff election.
Scott Parents Arrested For Child Molestation Incidents
A Scott man is being accused of sexually abusing his 11-year-old step-daughter.
U.S. Sen. Al Franken Facing Sexual Harrassment Allegations
A Los Angeles radio host says Democratic Sen. Al Franken forcibly kissed her during a 2006 USO tour. The host says Franken posed for a photo with his hands on her breasts as she slept.
UPDATE: Body Of Missing Coteau Man Found In Pond
The day-long search came to a tragic end today as Leroy Blaze's body was found.
Lafayette Woman Booked For Trying To Set A Car On Fire
There were no injuries reported thanks to the quick actions of the victim.
Acadiana Woman Pleads Guilty Following Massive Drug Bust
The Church Point woman faces 10 years to life in prison for the massive drug bust made earlier this year.
Lafayette Traffic Court Still On For Friday
Though the Lafayette Parish Courthouse offices will be closed in observance of Veterans Day, traffic court will be in session tomorrow.
Wingin’ It Wednesday: Texas Church Shooting, Lafayette Millage Proposals
What do we do following mass shootings? What will voters decide on for Lafayette Parish's upcoming millage proposals?
Lafayette Schools Show Small Dip in Performance Scores
Lafayette Parish Schools maintain a B rating for 2016-17.
Here’s A CPAs View Of How The Proposed GOP Tax Code Affects You
"We're still scratching our head trying to figure out how is this will really shake out when it's all said and done."
BRAND BUZZ: Why Radio Works For Acadiana Businesses
When choosing a format to reach your audience, what works here in Acadiana is radio advertising.
Would You Buy A Bottle Of Beer For $200?
The Samuel Adams Brewery is hoping 13,000 people will buy the expensive limited-run brew.
Two New Iberia Men Arrested On Drug Charges
The Iberia & Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Offices collaborated in making these arrests.
Detectives Investigate Fatal Halloween Shooting In Amelia
The St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office reports the suspect has been arrested for the fatal shooting.
Michael Lotief Responds To Termination As Head Coach (VIDEO)
Former UL Lafayette head softball coach Michael Lotief responds to his firing at a press conference in Downtown Lafayette Wednesday.
The university rsent out a press release Wednesday afternoon stating Lotief violated school and UL System policies by verbally and physically assaulting players and staff.
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Happening Now: Flooded Roads In Lafayette Causing Traffic Issues
Avoid flooded roadways and intersections this afternoon as rains continue to fall.
Opelousas Mayor Indicted For Overtime Payroll Scandal
Opelousas Mayor Reggie Tatum was indicted on 15 charges stemming from an overtime payroll scandal that followed the August 2016 flood.
Brand Buzz: What Fundraising Strategies Can Work To Grow Your Brand?
Reaching your company's fundraising goals does not have to be a headache.