Native of Carencro, Louisiana. I graduated from Carencro High in 2007 and the University of Louisiana in 2011.
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New Orleans Pelicans Unveil New Look For Mascot Pierre
After suffering a broken beak in a pickup basketball game and undergoing emergency reconstructive surgery, the new-look Pierre Pelican has been revealed. Pierre is back and better than ever with a softer look for 2014.
New Orleans Pelicans Mascot, Pierre, Undergoes Reconstructive Beak Surgery
New Orleans Pelicans mascot, Pierre, has undergone reconstructive beak surgery. This according to a statement released Monday by the Pelicans.
Video Of Lake Charles Woman Describing Siren Malfunction Goes Viral
Extremely candid Lake Charles woman gives reporters a spirited recounting of a siren malfunction along with some interesting sound clips.
‘Royals’ Parody ‘Sneaux Day’ Perfectly Describes Winter In Lafayette [AUDIO]
Like the rest of Acadiana, we've been boarded up indoors waiting for the snow that has yet to show. And apparently, we're not the only ones frustrated with the anticipated snow storm that has all but shut the entire region of Acadiana down.
Governor Bobby Jindal Issues Statement On A&E’s Dismissal Of Phil Robertson
Governor Bobby Jindal has issued a statement criticizing A&E for indefinitely suspending Duck Dynasty star Phil Robertson for controversial comments he made in a recent interview with GQ.
Cajun Mount Rushmore – 4 Ambassadors Of Culture
Located in Keystone, South Dakota, Mount Rushmore National Memorial is a sculpture carved into a mountain featuring former US Presidents George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln, and Theodore Roosevelt. The monument has come to be known as a symbol of American greatness. That got us to thinking... if we had to opportunity to build a Mount Rushmore in Cajun country, which faces would we
How To Vote For Ray Boudreaux On NBC’s ‘The Voice”
Louisiana boy Ray Bourdreaux has made it to the live performance stage of NBC's 'The Voice' and now he needs our help. Click here to learn all the ways you can vote for Ray.
Who Is Ray Boudreaux? – What You Should Know About Season 5 Contestant On NBC’s ‘The Voice’
Ray Boudreaux is a 25-year-old singer and guitar player from Carencro, Louisiana and a contestant on Season 5 of NBC's The Voice. Ray graduated from Carencro High School in 2006 and attended the University of Louisiana.
Ray Boudreaux ‘Voting And Viewing’ Party At Brewskis For Monday’s ‘The Voice’
After receiving a save from coach Blake Shelton in the first round of live performances and surviving a tense elimination in the second, Acadiana's Ray Boudreaux has made it all the way to the top 10 of NBC's 'The Voice'.
Alabama Fan Taunted And Shot After LSU Game
An Alabama man was taunted and shot in both legs during an altercation at a Tuscaloosa, AL gas station in the hours after Alabama's game against LSU.
Durel Says Trick-Or-Treating Will Not Be Postponed, Despite Weather – Lafayette Live
The City-Parish President discusses the decision to keep Trick-Or-Treating on Halloween.
18-Foot Giant Oarfish Found In Southern California
The carcass of an 18-foot giant oarfish was discovered this Sunday by Catalina Island Marine Institute marine science instructor Jasmine Santana while snorkeling along the Southern California coast.
Brandy Guillotte Of Pierre Part Wins Darius Rucker Facebook Contest!
Last night around 8:00pm we posted a comment on our Facebook page telling everyone to comment on our comment and when we said STOP, we'd give the last person to comment tickets to see Darius Rucker's 100% sold out concert October 23 in Lafayette. Seems easy, right?
James Brown And Festivals Acadiens et Creoles Coming To Lafayette – Lafayette Live
Entertainment seekers will have plenty of options in the coming weeks with two major attractions coming to Acadiana.
Man Mows Lawns At Washington Memorials During Government Shutdown
Chris Cox, a 45-year-old American, decided to take matters into his own hands by picking-up trash, blowing off trails, and cutting grass around memorials in Washington.
SNL Spoofs CBS Sports NFL Analyst Shannon Sharpe With Hilarious Impression
Shannon Sharpe is known as one of the greatest tight ends to ever play in the NFL. During his illustrious career, Sharpe played for the Denver Broncos and the Baltimore Ravens, was a four time first-team all-pro, a three time Super Bowl champion, and a first ballet Hall of Famer. These days, Sharpe is an NFL analyst for CBS.
State Of Emergency Declared In Plaquemines Parish Ahead Of T.S. Karen
Plaquemines Parish President Billy Nungesser has declared a state of emergency today as Tropical Storm Karen makes its way towards landfall.
A mandatory evacuation has been called starting Friday, October, 4 at 6:00pm for the east bank of Plaquemines Parish along with all Plaquemines Parish communities with no levee protection...
KPEL To Host Obamacare Insurance Exchange Q&A Session
On Thursday, October 3, KPEL 96.5 along with the Louisiana Department of Insurance will be hosting an Obamacare Insurance Exchange Q&A session.
Louisiana’s Obamacare Health Insurance Exchange Rates Revealed
With state health insurance exchanges set to open on October 1, 2013, the Department of Health and Human Services has finally released some of the rates through a 15 page Info Brief.
LSU Fraternity In Trouble After Offensive Sign References 1970 Kent State Tragedy
A Louisiana State University fraternity could be facing disciplinary action after hanging an insensitive sign over their door before LSUs football game against Kent State this weekend.