Mikey O

Mike Oleander aka Mikey O is a Louisiana-based journalist and radio personality focused on delivering timely, engaging news coverage. As a digital content creator for Townsquare Media, he contributes to both 92.9 The Lake and Talk 1470 AM, covering breaking news, public safety, and local culture. A graduate of McNeese State University, Mikey blends storytelling and community insight to connect with readers across Southwest Louisiana. Follow him on Facebook @OfficialMikeyO for news recaps and real-time updates from South Louisiana.

Eleven Celebrities That Believe In Aliens

These days celebrities believe in a lot of weird things, from Bigfoot to 9/11 being an inside job...so aliens don't seem all that far out.

How Long Will $1 Million In Savings Last For Louisiana Retirees?

I started doing some calculations on my own and figured out that if I live until my 90s, I'm screwed.

A Viral Hack To Keep Avocados Fresh Could Actually Kill You

This seems like an amazing hack until you find out it could kill you.

Hackers Stole Over $1 Million From The Calcasieu School Board

Hackers were able to hijack payments meant for contractors working for the Calcasieu School Board (CPSB) and stole over $1.5 million.

LSU Researchers Think They Can Predict Hurricanes Better In Gulf

Two LSU researchers have found that there are big differences between storms born in the Atlantic Ocean and those in the Gulf of Mexico.

Three Louisiana Cities Make The ‘Happiest Cities In America’ List

Wallethub puts out an annual list of the "Happiest Cities In America" list, and this year, three Louisiana cities made the Top 200.

Real Deer Won’t Stop Attacking a Rudolph Lawn Ornament [VIDEO]

They never told us of full-on violence in the time-honored family favorite Christmas song, but apparently, it is a thing.

The New Head Coach For LSU Will Come From The NFL

Tiger fans across the nation were on pins and needles this weekend praying that Scott Woodward would announce who the new head football coach would be for LSU.

How Many Pounds Will People Put On During The Holidays?

Have we given up on staying even somewhat healthy around the holidays?

How Long Will All Your Halloween Candy Stay Good?

If you or your kids end up with a massive stash of candy after this weekend, here's how long you can expect it to stay good for.

LSU Researchers Find A Better Way To Predict Hurricanes In Gulf

Two LSU researchers have found that when the National Hurricane Center posts their predictions for hurricane season there are big differences between storms born in the Atlantic Ocean and those in the Gulf of Mexico.

Help Linemen Get Connected With Hot Food, Shelter, And Laundry

We all know how hard the electrical linemen work to get power restored to a community after a hurricane

Louisiana COVID-19 Hospitalizations Decline For 8 Days Straight

After reaching all-time record highs in August, COVID-19 hospitalizations are declining in Louisiana.

‘Mattress Mack’ Letting Ida Evacuees Sleep At His Furniture Stores

Probably the most famous Houston Astros fan of all time is letting Hurricane Ida evacuees sleep for free at his furniture stores and that's not all.

Melissa Etheridge To Perform In Lake Charles This October

Singer-songwriter Melissa Etheridge will be performing all her amazing hits in Lake Charles this October.

A Louisiana Mom Held A Vaccine Clinic At Her Son’s Memorial

A Louisiana mom whose son refused to get vaccinated for COVID-19 held a vaccination clinic at his memorial after he passed away from the virus.

Doritos Is Offering a 13-Year-Old Girl $20,000 For A Chip

Doritos is offering some crazy money to a 13-year-old Australian for her fluffy chip.

Edwards Says The State Has Lost Four Months Of Progress

Govenror John Bel Edwards held a press conference today on the rise of COVID-19 cases in Louisiana.

Joe Exotic Hopes To Find Love With A “Bachelor King” Contest

Being locked up isn't stopping Joe Exotic from finding love. He just launched a contest called "Bachelor King" on his official website.

Lake Charles Mayor Nic Hunter Talks Hurricane Laura Recovery

Lake Charles Mayor Nic Hunter joined Mikey O today to talk about the latest Hurricane Laura relief and recovery information.