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
Interstate 10 In Acadia Parish Re-Opened
Louisiana State Police said they will soon shut down the westbound side of Interstate 10 in Acadia Parish while crews continue to clean up a hazardous materials spill from an overturned 18-wheeler.
One Person Arrested In UL Bomb Threat Case
At least one person has reportedly been arrested for for allegedly phoning in the bomb threat that last week shut down the campus of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette.
State Police Arrest Kaplan Man In Lon Lomas Cycling Hit-And-Run
Louisiana State Police have arrested the man they believed to be responsible for the hit-and-run death of Lon Lomas, who was killed while riding his bicycle on Hwy. 92.
Louisiana Outdoor Expo Set To Open Doors
The Louisiana Outdoor Expo has become one of the premiere summer events in the state, and it will once again kick off at the Cajundome and Cajundome Convention Center.
UPDATE: Missing St. Martinville Man Found
Coby Dore was found near his last known location, police said.
Legendary Cajun, Country Music Artist Passes Away
Legendary Cajun and country music artist Jimmy C. Newman has passed away.
Pizza Delivery Driver Robbed Of Pizza At Knife Point, Suspect Arrested
A pizza delivery driver--a teenage woman--was robbed at knifepoint Friday night, according to Lafayette Police.
Missing Florida Teen In Critical Condition In Lafayette Hospital
A 16-year-old Florida girl is in a Lafayette hospital in critical condition and suffering from multiple stab wounds after a high speed chase that started in Iberville Parish.
Jindal Set To Make Common Core Announcement At Wednesday Press Conference
Staffers from Gov. Bobby Jindal's office announced Wednesday the governor would hold a press conference 12:45 p.m. regarding Common Core.
Give Matthew Stevens His Job Back [PETITION]
Mr. Stevens showed great maturity on his part when he publicly apologized--both on his internet radio show as well as in the Lafayette media--for his actions and asked for forgiveness.
Mississippi State Bulldogs Sports Radio Calls Lafayette Trip ‘Worst Experience Ever’ [UPDATE]
After having their hopes of getting to Omaha dashed by the Louisiana Ragin's Cajuns over the weekend at M.L. "Tigue" Moore Field, at least one Mississippi State Bulldogs fan referred to his trip to Lafayette, La. as the "worst experience I've ever had as a beat writer. Worst. Worst."
Massive Fish Caught Off Louisiana Coast
A Houston man taking a fishing trip off the Louisiana coast is now in the state's record books after hauling in a nearly 300 pound fish last weekend.
What Were Those Weather Emergency Alerts We Got On Our Phones This Week?
Many residents throughout Acadiana may have been startled to receive a breaking weather alert on their smart phone devices early this morning.
Lafayette Schools To Open On Last Day; Acadia Parish To Dismiss Early
Schools had to shut down early yesterday as torrential rains created flash floods throughout Acadiana.
Acadiana Flooding Photos
The wet weather has made for some compelling images. Here are a few sent to us from our listeners.
Sandbags Locations Throughout Acadiana
Because of the flooding rains throughout Acadiana, some areas are beginning to make sandbags available to residents.
Flood Watches, Warnings; Reports Of Rising Water Throughout Acadiana
Acadia, Lafayette, and St. Landry Parishes are all under a Flash Flood Warning until 10:45 a.m., according to the National Weather Service.
Lafayette Deputies Searching For Machete-Wielding Armed Robber
Deputies in Lafayette Parish need the public's help identifying a man who robbed a store while wielding a machete.
I-10 Re-Opened; State Police Releases Crash Details
The busy section of interstate was shut down Friday evening and into Saturday afternoon following a fiery accident involving four 18-wheelers that claimed the lives of a married couple from Ohio.
Driver Identified In Fatal New Iberia Hit-And-Run Crash
One person is dead following what state police are calling a "non-contact hit and run crash" on Hwy. 90 Saturday night.