Native of Carencro, Louisiana. I graduated from Carencro High in 2007 and the University of Louisiana in 2011.
Sam Stokes
Can J.W. Faulk Be Saved From State Takeover? – Wingin’ It Wednesday
Our panelists discuss Karl Rove's disparaging comments regarding Hillary Clinton as well as the troubling state of J.W. Faulk Elementary School.
Popeyes Declares Wednesday May 14 #FreeBiscuitDay
In honor of National Biscuit Day, Popeyes® Louisiana Kitchen has announced it will be giving away free biscuits.
Comprehensive Plan Lands Award For LGC
City-Parish President Joey Durel joined "Nathan and Bernie in the Morning" for our "Lafayette Live" segment to discuss the award.
Did Lafayette’s School Board Violate State Law? – Wingin’ It Wednesday
Our panelists discuss the school board's violation of the open meetings law as well as climate change.
Louisiana House Votes Down Bill Intending To Thwart Traffic Cameras
Rep. Jeff Arnold, D - Algiers, saw his yellow light legislation again voted down on Tuesday in the Louisiana House.
Durel Calls CGI Group’s Move To Lafayette ‘Big Win’ – Lafayette Live
Lafayette City-Parish President Joey Durel joined “Nathan and Bernie in the Morning” today to discuss what CGI Group's decision to locate in Lafayette means for the community.
Senator David Vitter Reintroduces Obamacare Exemption Bill
Vitter has reintroduced his amendment that would require all members of Congress, all Congressional staff, the President, Vice President and all political appointees in the administration to purchase their health insurance on the Obamacare Exchange.
Was The NBA Right To Ban Sterling Over Racists Remarks – Wingin’ It Wednesday
Our panelists discuss the NBA's decision to issue a lifetime ban to Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling following racially insensitive remarks.
Increasing Residential Opportunities Is Downtown Lafayette’s Priority – Lafayette Live
Lafayette's Chief Administrative Officer Dee Stanley along with Lafayette Downtown Development Authority's CEO Nathan Norris stopped by "Nathan and Bernie in the Morning" to discuss the future of downtown Lafayette.
Anti-Drone Bill Passes Louisiana Senate
After being initially voted down, Louisiana Senator Dan. Claitor, R-Baton Rouge, reintroduced his anti-drone bill and received enough votes to pass through the senate.
Police Chief Craft Discusses Girard Park Drowning – Lafayette Live
Lafayette Chief of Police Jim Crafted joined us to discuss the Girard Park drowning as well as the subsequent outrage as the result of some controversial media coverage.
Jindal Hypocrite On McAllister And Vitter Infidelity Incidents? – Wingin’ It Wednesday
Our Wingin' It panelists discuss the lower than projected costs of Medicaid expansion as well as Governor Bobby Jindal's seemly conflicting stances on the Vance McAllister and David Vitter infidelity incidences.
Report Says Elfrid Payton Will Declare For NBA Draft
Star point guard Elfrid Payton may have played his last game as a Ragin' Cajun.
Durel Backs Proposed Horse Farm Lease Law Exemption – Lafayette Live
Lafayette City-Parish President Joey Durel joined “Nathan and Bernie in the Morning” today to explain why he believes this bill is important for the growth of the Horse Farm property.
Should Louisiana Forgive Vance McAllister + Is Chicken Boxing A Sport? – Wingin’ It Wednesday
Our panelists discuss the infidelity of Congressman Vance McAllister as well as the validity of the sport of chicken boxing.
Batkid Throws Out First Pitch At Giants Game
Yesterday, Batkid made his triumphant return when he was asked to throw out the first pitch at a San Francisco Giants game. The moment was captured via social media.
Durel Comments On Proposed Yellow Light Lengthening Legislation – Lafayette Live
Lafayette City-Parish President Joey Durel joined "Nathan and Bernie in the Morning" to discuss the proposed legislation and the impact it would have on Lafayette traffic.
House Rejects Jindal Supported Common Core Replacement
Louisiana's House Education Committee voted 12-7 yesterday to reject a bill that would effectively replace Common Core.
Is Limiting Abortion In Louisiana A Good Idea? – Wingin’ It Wednesday
Our Wingin' It panelists discuss Rep. Katrina Jackson's proposed law that would restrict abortions in Louisiana.
Proposed Bill Could Mean Increased Penalties For Referee Abusers In Louisiana
Louisiana legislator Cameron Henry, R-Metairie, has proposed a bill that would mean stiffer penalties for fans and parents that assault and abuse officials at sporting events.