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
Double Homicide, Cop-Killer Suspect Reportedly Dead In Baton Rouge
The man who allegedly shot and killed a U.S. Marshall near Baton Rouge Tuesday has reportedly died.
Louisiana Officials Offer Support After Helicopter Crash In Florida
U.S. Rep. Charles Boustany has offered his support to the families of the soldiers and Marines who are presumed dead after their helicopter crashed in Florida.
Race For The Cure! Become A KPEL Tortoise
Anyone who has listened to the morning show for any length of time knows that I lost my mother to breast cancer when I was 15.
Boustany: Congress Won’t Accept Bad Deal On Iran
U.S. Rep. Charles Boustany does not believe the U.S. will reach an acceptable agreement with Iran over that country's nuclear program.
What Do You Want In Your Website? Brand Buzz
If you're going to invest in having a website, you need to make sure you're not doing so just to have one, according to Jaci Russo during her Monday morning Brand Buzz segment.
Get The Right Holster: Firearms Friday
In light of the recent death of a woman who accidentally shot herself while holstering her weapon, Glen Flemming from Acadiana Gunworks in Scott urged folks to make sure they buy a quality holster and know how to holster and drawing your weapon.
Mark Garber To Run For Lafayette Parish Sheriff
Lafayette Parish Sheriff candidate Mark Garber is pursuing something he's always wanted to do during his law enforcement career.
Kaplan Public Schools Closed Due To Power Outage
Public schools in Kaplan are closed today because of a power outage.
Crowley Police Chief K.P. Gibson Running For Acadia Parish Sheriff
Crowley Police Chief K.P. Gibson announced Wednesday morning he will run for sheriff of Acadia Parish.
John Rogers Talks Run For Sheriff
Longtime law enforcement official John Rogers has announced he will run for sheriff of Lafayette Parish.
Family Adventure Day To Benefit Healing House Around The Corner
Family Adventure Day to benefit Healing House is right around the corner, and it's not too late to register your family for the popular event.
What To Do When Police Search My Car: Ask The Trooper
What rights does a person have when they are pulled over by a police officer or drive through a police checkpoint.
Black And Blue Or Gold And White? Brand Buzz
The dress--yes THAT dress, the one that is most definitely gold and white--served as a reminder for Jaci Russo and her team at Russo Group, as well as any business owner trying to get their message out to the consumer, that each person processes things differently.
Star Trek Actor Leonard Nimoy Dies At 83
The wife of Star Trek actor Leonard Nimoy has confirmed to the New York Times that he died earlier this morning at their home in Bel Air.
What Color Is This Dress? [POLL]
Please help me end this debate. What color is this dress?
Artmosphere Prevails Against Louisiana ATC, Keeps Restaurant License Until October
The state's office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control ruled in favor of Artmosphere Wednesday, ending months of controversy surrounding the popular restaurant and bar.
AHBA Home, Garden, Lifestyle Show Coming To Cajundome Convention Center
The Acadiana Home Builders Association Home, Garden & Lifestyle Show comes to the Cajundome Convention Center the last weekend of February.
Three Teens, Preteen Arrested Following School Disturbances In St. Mary
Three teenagers and a preteen in St. Mary Parish were arrested Tuesday in relation to incidents on a school bus and at the St. Mary Parish Alternative School.
New Iberia Man Transferred To St. Mary Parish On Simple Burglary Charge
A 22-year-old New Iberia man arrested Tuesday on a simple burglary charge has been transferred to the St. Mary Parish Jail.
Arnaudville Man Arrested, Released For Drug Possession
An Arnaudville man was arrested Tuesday amid allegations he was in possession of marijuana and other drug paraphernalia.