In the summer of 2011, I accepted a position as a part-time reporter at KPEL. Since that time, I have covered all the major stories, including the disappearance and subsequent murder investigation of UL anthropology student Mickey Shunick, the approach and effects of Hurricane Isaac, and the 2012 Presidential election, with extensive reporting from Rick Santorum’s campaign rally in Lafayette. In December of 2013, I took over as KPEL's Brand Manager and Program Director. KPEL has grown a lot, and I hope to continue to guide that growth in the years to come.
Nathan Pike
Legislative Preview: Bill Would Place Limits On BESE’s Ability To Approve Charter Schools
Gubernatorial candidate John Bel Edwards has prefiled a bill for the upcoming legislative session which would prohibit the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education from approving charter school applications under certain circumstances.
Better Business Bureau To Allow Customer Reviews
The Better Business Bureau of Acadiana is now allowing customers to post reviews about businesses, in addition to the marketplace transaction complaints that they've been able to submit for some time now.
Don’t Cut Corners: Ask The Trooper
It is against the law to cut through the private property in order to avoid a traffic signal, according to Louisiana State Police Troop I spokesperson Brooks David.
New Calls For High School In Youngsville Area
There are new calls from city leaders in Youngsville for the Lafayette Parish School Board to approve a new high school for the city.
Kip Judice Appointed Duson Police Chief
Former Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office deputy and former candidate for Lafayette City Marshal Kip Judice was appointed Tuesday evening as the Chief of Police for the town of Duson.
Seat Belts Vital For Survival: Ask The Trooper
Persons afraid of drowning in a water crash have even more reason to wear their seat belts and can actually be placing themselves in more danger for not wearing their seat belt during such a situation.
Narrow Your Focus: Brand Buzz
How do you narrow your focus in terms of running and branding your business?
Lafayette Fire Department Investigating Fire At Vacant Home
A vacant home on LaSalle Street in Lafayette suffered heavy damage after catching fire Sunday afternoon.
Lafayette Home Heavily Damaged By Fire
A Lafayette home on Chester Street was heavily damaged during a fire that appears to have started in the laundry room.
DOTD Preps For Work Zone Awareness Week
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development is getting ready for National Work Zone Awareness Week, which starts up Monday.
Stop When You Hear ‘Pop': Firearms Friday
Immediately stop shooting if you hear any time of pop while using your firearm.
Chad Leger Touts Police Chief Credentials In Run For Lafayette Sheriff
Chad Leger is leveraging his years as police chief for the city of Scott in his quest to convince voters to elect him the next sheriff of Lafayette Parish.
Former Erath High School Teacher Applies For Lafayette Superintendent
One of the candidates for the Lafayette Parish schools superintendent job who was a finalist back in 2011 has applied for the job again.
Gubernatorial Candidates Speak At LOGA Forum (Live Stream)
The candidates for governor of Louisiana are speaking at a forum of the Louisiana Oil and Gas Association in Lake Charles.
No One Seriously Injured In Broussard Bus Crash
No one was seriously injured during a morning crash that involved a Lafayette Parish school bus.
Iberia Deputies Searching For Shooting Suspects
Police in Iberia Parish are looking for two men who allegedly forced their way into a home Wednesday morning and shot two people inside.
St. Mary Superintendent Applies For Lafayette Job
A previous finalist for the position of superintendent of Lafayette Parish public schools has applied for the job again.
Shoulder For Emergency Use Only: Ask The Trooper
It is illegal to use the shoulder of an Intestate highway for any reason other than an emergency.
Unviersity Hosptial & Clinics Offering Free Screenings To Eligible Patients
University Hospitals & Clinics is offering a free screening program for women through a grant funded by the Center for Disease Control in conjunction with LSU’s Health Sciences Center in New Orleans.
Carencro High Student Injured After Being Hit By Bus
A Carencro High School student was hospitalized Wednesday morning after being hit by a school bus while riding a bicycle.