I’m Rob Kirkpatrick. I’m a husband. I’m a Dad. I’m a proud UL Lafayette graduate. I’m a fierce reporter at heart and always digging for a good story. But most importantly in this space: I’m the fearless leader of Townsquare Media's news brands in Lafayette and Bernadette Lee’s partner in crime on “Acadiana’s Morning News”. News is something I always knew I wanted to do. My first on-air experience was in 3rd grade at Lyon Elementary in Covington, LA. I gave the announcements, weather and cafeteria menu every morning on closed-circuit television. Since then, I have covered the news with KATC in Acadiana, in Dallas with FOX 4’s “Good Day”, in Atlanta with CNN Newsource and now back in Lafayette with Townsquare Media. I consider myself lucky to do what I love and raise my two little girls in Acadiana with my amazing wife Sarah.
Rob Kirkpatrick
Talented Kids Singing ‘Heal The World’ Will Brighten Your Weekend
OPINION: This sweet video changed my outlook on the day and I hope it will do the same for you.
Recovered from COVID-19? You Can Donate Plasma in Lafayette
Mitzi Breaux from Vitalant explained how you can help those suffering from severe cases of COVID-19.
Bob Giles Talks About Three Charities Benefiting From Gas Sale
There is a 10 gallon limit in place so that means it will only cost you $2.00 for gas.
Lafayette General Playing Special Song For COVID Patient Release
Starting today, all Lafayette General Health facilities will play 'Lean On Me' when a COVID-19 patient is discharged.
Edwards Likely To Cancel In-Person Classes Through School Year
An official proclamation is expected to be made in the coming days instructing districts how to proceed.
NASCAR Driver Suspended For Using Racial Slur During iRace
Driver Kyle Larson has apologized as sponsors weigh their options.
OPEC, Member Nations Agree To Deal To Boost Crude Oil Prices
It includes an unprecedented production cut of nearly 10 million barrels, or a tenth of global supply.
UL Announces Virtual Commencement For Spring Graduates
Prospective graduates were told the news in an email from UL Lafayette President Dr. Joseph Savoie.
BESE’s Holly Boffy: School Re-Opening Should Be Decided Locally
Parents are not educators, but we're trying as hard as we can.
Rise of Anxiety and Depression During the Coronavirus Pandemic
Licensed Professional Counselor Hannah Comeaux talks about coping during Coronavirus.
ANSWERED: Why did COVID-19 cases in Lafayette Parish drop?
LCG: There were duplicate test results which have been corrected.
What’s Your Business: Tim Metcalf from Deano’s
KPEL's Rob Kirkpatrick and Bernadette Lee want to know what restaurants are doing to keep their doors open during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Virtual Teacher ‘Ms. Jamie’ Is The Answer To Your Prayers
These lessons are quick, but valuable for the youngest learners in your family.
Stefanski: Don’t Self-Medicate With Unproven Anti-Malaria Drug
Calls to public health offices include questions about where to get the drug touted by President Trump.
House Passes $2.2T Rescue Package, Rushes It To Trump
The House approved the sweeping measure by a voice vote.
Nearly 3.3 Million People Filed For Unemployment Last Week
It's nearly five times the previous record set in 1982.
Lafayette Coronavirus Cases On The Rise, Local Officials Respond
Ask your question live every week by calling (337) 232-1542.
GOOD NEWS: Grab-And-Go Lunch Was Exactly The Outing We Needed
We were met by a smiling face and a much-needed hot slice of normalcy.
LUS Reminds Customers ‘Don’t Flush Wipes’
Wipes get stuck in water systems that could lead to blockages in the system.
Japan’s PM Says Olympics Committee Agrees Games Should Be Postponed
The IOC had said it would make a decision on the Tokyo Games over the next four weeks.