Rob Kirkpatrick

Rob Kirkpatrick is an on-air host and digital contributor at Townsquare Media of Lafayette. Rob is active in the Lafayette community and supports several nonprofits including, but certainly not limited to: Maddie’s Footprints, 232-HELP, and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Acadiana. He was named as a 20 Under 40 honoree in 2020. He is a current member of Leadership Louisiana Class XXXV. As a proud graduate of UL Lafayette, Rob is passionate about developing young broadcasters in college and in local and national newsrooms. He credits his earliest experiences covering news in south Louisiana with shaping him into the communicator he is today. Off the air, Rob is a broadcast/media consultant, executive trainer, and public speaker. He got his start in radio and television in Acadiana and has gone on to hold roles with Fox Television (Dallas) and CNN Newsource (Atlanta). Rob and his family moved back to Acadiana in 2015.

Tony Chachere’s Turkey Recipe Is Perfect ‘Inside and Out’

Acadiana owned and operated Tony Chachere's Creole Foods has published their perfect recipe for juicy, flavorful turkey.

SLCC Awarded National Grant to Fund Student Assistance

These funds will help the many students at SLCC who are one flat tire, one sick child, or one week of reduced hours at work to remain in school this semester.

Mysterious Virus Affecting Countless Dogs in Louisiana and Beyond

Veterinarians say affected dogs exhibit symptoms such as coughing, sneezing, nasal and eye discharge, and overall lack of energy.

What Is Super Fog and Why Is It So Common in Louisiana?

SuperFog is sort of an 'enhanced' fog that is only found in some specific places, especially coastal areas like Louisiana.

Louisiana Walmart Stores Launch Sensory-Friendly Hours This Week

Sensory-friendly hours will be offered seven days a week starting on November 10th.

Cracking The Code: My Grandmother’s New Orleans Shrimp Stuffing

As this year's Thanksgiving host, I got one request that almost stumped me.

Century-Old Chicken Salad Sandwich Tradition Continues in Opelousas, Louisiana

The first Thursday of the month for more than 100 years has meant the annual Chicken Salad Sandwich Sale.

Cher, Jon Batiste to Headline Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

Preparations for the Thanksgiving tradition are in full swing. Preps each year are said to begin almost instantly when the current year's parade wraps up in New York City.

CVS Location Resorts To Framed Pictures of Items to Combat Theft

Pictures surfaced this weekend showing framed images of toilet paper and other essential products.

This 3 Ingredient Potato Soup Is the Perfect Weekday Dinner

Not only is it made of just three ingredients, but it is also ready from start to finish in 20 minutes.

Former UL Homecoming Queen Marie Centanni on KTDY

She joins Rob Kirkpatrick ahead of her ride with former UL homecoming royalty in this year's homecoming parade.

“Today” Anchor Hoda Kotb’s Lifelong Connection to Louisiana

Kotb left WWL-TV for NBC News where she was a correspondent for Dateline for many years.

UL Lafayette Homecoming Parade Route and Timing of Saturday Events

The celebrations will be grand as the University celebrates is 125th anniversary.

Unintended Consequence of EAS Test… SECRET PHONES Revealed

A flurry of social media posts warned users to turn their phones completely off for the test.

World’s Largest Toy Fair Moving From New York to Louisiana After 100 Years

The trade group that hosts the fair said the move will happen in 2026 and will take place at the Ernest N Morial Convention Center in New Orleans.

Global Oil Prices Plunging, Analysts Predict Big Drop in Gas Prices

This week, oil markets around the world, took a plunge with Wednesday’s drop coming in at an estimated 5.6% to $84.22 per barrel.

FedEx Plane Makes Fiery Emergency Landing Overnight [VIDEO]

Landing gear problems meant the Boeing 757 aircraft slid off the runway and into a grassy area.

Give Back in Acadiana Today For National ‘Do Something Nice’ Day

There are so many worthwhile causes and needs in our community, that I decided to put together a quick list of ideas for how you can help our community.

The Vatican Formally Asks Louisiana To Clear Death Row

The Vatican’s office of the Pontifical Academy of Life stressed the church's opposition to the death penalty.

Louisiana Teacher Resigns, Accused of Having a Baby With a Student

Authorities were notified this past weekend of the fact that a 17-year-old fathered a child with the employee.