Native of Carencro, Louisiana. I graduated from Carencro High in 2007 and the University of Louisiana in 2011.
Sam Stokes
Blanchard Says Lafayette Could Be ‘Next Great American City’
Lafayette City-Parish Chief Development Officer Kevin Blanchard joined “Nathan and Bernie in the Morning” to discuss the future of Lafayette.
Lawmakers Have Rejected Proposed Reduction Of TOPS Program
Louisiana lawmakers have rejected a plan to tweak the TOPS tuition program.
Is Common Core To Blame For Increased Teacher Resignations In Lafayette Parish? – Wingin’ It Wednesday
Our Wingin' It panelists discuss the increased resignation of Lafayette Parish public school teachers as well as the Supreme Court's upcoming decision regarding the Affordable Care Act and contraception.
Incredible Houston Fire Rescue Caught On Tape
The video depicts an incredible realtime rescue of a man stranded on the ledge of a tall building engulfed in flames, and the local fire department's attempt to rescue him.
Durel Opposes Proposed State Mandated Police Raises
Lafayette City-Parish President Joey Durel joined “Nathan and Bernie in the Morning” to discuss the proposed legislation and to explain why he feels it is a dangerous precedent.
Missing Houma Man Found Dancing Naked In Mississippi Woods
In a bizarre turn of events a missing Houma man was found yesterday in the woods of Hancock County, Mississippi. 29-year-old Bryan Ashley Hulse Jr. had been missing for a few days when he was located near a Mississippi power substation, reportedly dancing naked.
Does Edwin Edwards Have A Shot? + LOGA To Appeal State Ruling – Wingin’ It Wednesday
Our panelists discuss former Governor Edwin Edwards' bid for congress as well as LOGA's lawsuit.
Aquarium Bursts At Downtown Disney Restaurant
A reported seal failure caused a leak in a Downtown Disney aquarium Monday night.
Putt-Putt Golf, Carousel And Coulee Re-Naturalization All Possibilities At Lafayette Central Park
City-Parish President Joey Durel joined us to discuss the progress of Lafayette Central Park, and to reveal some of the exciting attractions under consideration.
Is Major School Board Reform On The Horizon? – Wingin’ It Wednesday
Our panelists discuss Rep. Nancy Landry's proposed legislation to reform school boards as well as former LPTFA chairman Greg Gachassin's alleged ethics violations.
6 Common Lent Misconceptions Explained
Lenten season is a BIG DEAL here in Acadiana. But despite its pervasiveness, there are still many misconceptions held about Lent among Catholics.
LUS Fiber Expanding To Apartment Complexes – Lafayette Live
Joey Durel joined us to discuss LUS Fiber's availability in apartment complexes and plans to expand in the future.
Police Have Recovered Missing Boys And Girls Club Duck; Arrests Made
The missing Boys and Girls Club 14 foot inflatable duck has been recovered and arrests have been made.
Baton Rouge Rapper ‘Lil Boosie’ Released From Prison
Rapper Torrence 'Lil Boosie' Hatch has been released from Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola where he was serving an 8 year sentence for drug charges.
Should the United States Get Involved In Ukraine? – Wingin’ It Wednesday
Our Wingin' It panelists discuss the United States' involvement with the crisis in Ukraine as well as Senator David Vitter's comments regarding the prosecution who have committed food stamp fraud.
Darren Sharper Surrenders Himself To Police Following Alleged New Orleans Rapes
Former New Orleans Saint Darren Sharper has voluntarily surrendered himself to police in Louisiana after rape charges were levied against him yesterday for an incident that allegedly occurred September of last year in New Orleans.
Dee Stanley Defends LUS Fiber Rate Increases – Lafayette Live
Chief Administrative Officer Dee Stanley discusses LUS Fiber's rate increases and why he says customers should not be quick to unsubscribe.
Louisiana Lawmaker Fights For Comprehensive Sex Education In Local Public Schools
Rep. Pat Smith, D-Baton Rouge recently submitted a bill to Louisiana legislature that would require local public schools to include comprehensive sex education as part of the health curriculum.
Governor Bobby Jindal Criticizes President Obama? – Wingin’ It Wednesday
Our panelists discuss abuse of food stamps in Louisiana as well as Governor Bobby Jindal's recent criticisms of President Obama.
Why Do Barricades Go Up So Early For Mardi Gras – Lafayette Live
Lafayette Public Works Director Tom Carroll stopped by "Nathan and Bernie in the Morning" to explain why barricades are such a necessary evil.