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
Burned Bodies In Maurice Those Of Man And Woman
Two bodies badly burnt during a vehicle fire in Vermilion Parish earlier this week have been identified as a male and a female, but their races are still unknown, according to the Vermilion Parish Sheriff's Office.
Popular McKinley Street Bar Shut Down For Selling Alcohol To Minors
A McKinley Street bar popular among local college students was shut down after the business was investigated Thursday by the state's Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control.
Severe Weather Expected In Acadiana
Parts of Acadiana are under a severe thunderstorm watch, according to the National Weather Service.
Household Chemical Day In Lafayette – Everything You Need To Know
On Saturday, April 12, Lafayette Consolidated Government's Environmental Quality Division is sponsoring a household chemical drop-off day. Only residents living in the city of Lafayette or unincorporated Lafayette Parish will be allowed to drop off chemicals.
MidSouth Bank Phone Scam Hitting Acadiana
Many Lafayette residents, including several who work for Townsquare Media, have reported receiving an automated phone call from MidSouth Bank that states their debit card or account has been suspended.
Former Gov. Edwin Edwards To Run For Congress
Former Louisiana Gov. Edwin Edwards announced at the Baton Rouge Press Club he will run for Congress this fall in the state's 6th District.
Mardi Gras Traffic Advisories In South Louisiana
We will continue to update this post as we get more information.
St. Mary Parish Officials Searching For Escaped Inmates
Police in St. Mary Parish are looking for two people who allegedly escaped from the St. Martin Parish Jail.
Lafayette Parish Schools To Close Thursday
Lafayette School System Superintendent Dr. Pat Cooper announced Wednesday afternoon that parish public schools will remain closed Thursday.
UPDATE – Curfews Implemented By Acadiana Parishes For Wednesday Night
With the accumulation of ice and snow in portions of Acadiana, some authorities have issued curfews to preserve the safety of resident.
City-Parish President Joey Durel Declares State Of Emergency
Lafayette City-Parish President Joey Durel declared announced a state of emergency Monday afternoon in preparation for Winter Storm Leon.
School Systems Announce Closures For Friday
With the possibility of some wintry weather tonight into tomorrow, at least one school system has announced it will close down for tomorrow.
Lafayette Police Investigating Bank Robbery
Few details are known at this time about a bank robbery in Lafayette.
Lafayette Police Release Sketch Of Possible Suspect In Acadiana Mall Sexual Assault
Lafayette Police have released a sketch of a man they believe is responsible for an alleged sexual assault in the parking lot of the Acadiana Mall.
Arctic Weather Causing A Few Acadiana School Closures
The freezing winter weather is causing headaches across Acadiana, and now we're starting to get reports of school closures.
10 Headlines That Captured The Attention Of Lafayette In 2013
As people around the world get ready to ring in 2014, we here at KPEL thought it would be a good idea to take a look back at some of the most important stories (by our estimation anyway) that we covered in 2013.
Fund Set Up To Pay For Funeral Costs Of Unborn Child In Hit-And-Run Death
A Carencro woman who lost her unborn child shortly after a hit-and-run accident is asking for the generosity of the public to help pay for her baby's funeral expenses.
Grand Jury Refuses To Indict Salvador Perez For Defacing Lafayette 9/11 Memorial
A grand jury has refused to indict the man accused of defacing Lafayette's memorial to victims of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks.
Basin Bridge Re-Opened Following Crash Involving 18-Wheelers
State police have re-opened the Interstate 10 near the Whiskey Bay exit on the Atchafalaya Bridge following a major accident involving at least two 18-wheelers and three other vehicles.
Teacher Disciplined In J.W. Faulk Glue Incident
School system officials have completed their investigation into an incident at J.W. Faulk Elementary in which students were apparently glued to their desks.