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
One Arrested In Lafayette Family Dollar Robbery
A 27-year-old Lafayette man was arrested Sunday and charged with the armed robbery of a Family Dollar store on Moss Street.
Lafayette Police Arrest Man For Firing Weapon
One person was arrested Sunday after Lafayette Police said he shot his vehicle several times.
Highway 90 Open Again After Multi-Vehicle Crash Saturday Night
Both directions of U.S. Hwy. 90 were shut down Saturday night after state police reported three accidents involving five vehicles near Jeanerette.
Lafayette Police Investigating Officer Involved Shooting At Apartment Complex
A 26-year-old Abbeville man is in jail, and a Lafayette police officer is on paid administrative leave following an officer involved shooting early Saturday morning.
Catahoula Man Takes Dip In Bayou, Arrested On Vehicle Theft Charges
A Catahoula man who allegedly stole a car and then broke into a home in St. Martin Parish is in the St. Martin Parish Correctional Center, but not before taking a dive into an area bayou first.
UPDATE: Husband Arrested In Stabbing Death Of Wife
Deputies in Iberia Parish have arrested a 48-year-old New Iberia man in the stabbing murder of his wife.
One Killed In Cowboys Nightclub Parking Lot Accident
Scott police officers are investigating an overnight parking lot accident at a local bar that killed one person.
Lafayette Police Garage Vandalizer
Lafayette police are asking the public for help in identifying the suspect believed to be responsible for vandalizing a parking garage on Saint Louis Street.
St. Mary Parish Sheriff’s Office Reminds Residents To Pay Property Taxes
Officials in St. Mary Parish are reminding property owners that property taxes are due by the end of the year.
Crowley Police To Hold Annual “Shop With A Cop”
Crowley police will hold their annual "Shop With a Cop" even Thursday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Walmart there.
Ragin’ Cajuns Announce Fan Events For Bowl Week
Heading to the New Orleans Bowl next weekend? The Louisiana Athletics Department has announced a number of events for Cajuns fans making the trip.
St. Martinville Christmas Parade Sunday
The Kiwani's Club St. Martinville Christmas Parade will roll Sunday, and it's not too late to particpate.
Lafayette General Medical Center To Conduct Chemical Exposure Drill
Lafayette General Medical Center will be conducting drills Wednesday to prepare themselves in the event of a chemical exposure incident.
Career Connection Coming To Lafayette In January
Tenth-grade students from throughout Lafayette, St. Martin, Vermilion, and Iberia parishes will get the chance to learn about the different careers available to them at a career fair in January.
Driving In The Left Lane: Ask The Trooper
Should drivers traveling in the left lane of a multilane highway pull over for faster traffic, even when they are doing the speed limit.
Airport Tax Passage A Real Team Effort
President and CEO of the Greater Lafayette Chamber of Commerce Jason El Koubi said overwhelming approval by voters for a one-cent sales tax to build a new terminal at Lafayette Regional Airport is an example of investment in the future.
Cassidy Defeats Landrieu; Airport Tax Approved; Pope To City Marshal
Three-term U.S. Sen. Mary Landrieu was defeated overwhelmingly Saturday as voters across Louisiana elected U.S. Rep. Bill Cassidy to the upper chamber of Congress.
Remington Recall, New AR-AK Marriage: Firearms Friday
Remington has issued a recall for their .887 shotguns produced between December 2013 and November 2014 because of potential slam-firing.
La.’s Cassidy: What Kind Of Senator Would He Be?
Republican Rep. Bill Cassidy is favored to defeat Democratic Sen. Mary Landrieu in a Louisiana runoff.
State Rep. Simone Champagne To Resign, Join Youngsville Leadership Team
State Rep. Simone Champagne has announced her plans to resign from her House seat by the end of the year.