Howdy! You might know me as Jill the Almost Invisible Intern, and you hear me during the overnight weekday show. I am a Ragin' Cajun, food lover, and jokester at heart. I am from the good ol' town of Alexandria, but I've lived in beautiful Lafayette since 2009. I hope to entertain you and put a smile on your face. Thanks for listening!
Jill McCoy
Spring Is Here – A.K.A. Sneezing Season
As many of you know, today is the first day of Spring. Although we look forward to the birds chirping, flowers blooming, and the sun shining, it is also the season for allergies, sneezing, and tons of pollen.
DOTD Announces Intermittent Lane Closures On I-10 Atchafalaya Basin Bridge For Friday
DOTD announces intermittent lane closures on I-10 Atchafalaya Basin Bridge for Friday, March 21, 2014. The irregular lane closure is due to a sweeping operation.
Bow Tie with Roasted Veggies Recipe
Looking for a filling and satisfying weeknight meal? This past weekend was an extremely unhealthy one for me, so I needed to start my week off with some feel good food. Give this delicious, healthy recipe a try!
Taylor Swift And Ina Garten Pair Up In The Kitchen
Taylor Swift recently had a fun-filled day of cooking with Foodnetwork Chef, Ina Garten. She visited Ina's home in the Hamptons and they even took a selfie together!
Today Is Pi Day – Enjoy a Slice of Pie to Celebrate
Today is March 14 (3/14), also known as Pi Day, and it is celebrated around the world. Pi Day is an annual celebration honoring the mathematical constant, 3.14. However, Pi Day also makes me think of my favorite pie recipes which you should try.
22 Pound Cat Confines Oregon Family In House
Some pets must have really bad days just like humans. Recently, an angry 22 pound house cat named Lux had a run in with the law. You won't believe this bizarre story.
11th Annual St. Jude Motorcycle Ride & Buzzardville Boucherie This Saturday
Come out for a family-fun day Saturday, March 15, 2014 at the Carencro Community Center. The day will kick off with a motorcycle ride followed by live music and lots of fun!
A Seriously Super Simple Weeknight Recipe
A delicious, 30-minute meal does exist, and I have the recipe to prove it! For those crazy, busy weekdays, prepare this for the entire family in no time.
10 Common Pet Care Mistakes You Might Be Making
There's nothing better than having a furry friend to come home to after a long day. If you are a pet owner like myself, you probably can't imagine not having your little creature(s) in your life. However, there are some pet care mistakes we all can be making which we need to be aware of.
Italian Sausage Soup with Tortellini
Some of you may have spent your Fat Tuesday catching beads, enjoying cocktails, and/or chasing chickens. However, I spent my freezing, rainy day cooking a big pot of Italian Sausage Soup with Tortellini while wearing my Mardi Gras beads inside the house.
Martina McBride Does It All – New Cookbook Due This Fall
Martina McBride is a skillful, talented woman. Not only can she hit those high notes in songs, she also throws one heck of a social gathering with friends and family. Her cookbook 'Around the Table' is due this fall.
NBC’s ‘The Voice’ Cranks Up Country Talent [Video]
NBC's hit, TV singing show, "The Voice," kicked off this week and boy, are there some great singers or what?! We are always excited to see some great country talent get on the stage and make Blake Shelton turn his chair around. Last night, one gal certainly did that.
Is Meditation Worth Your Time?
I've always heard the buzz about meditation and 'living in the present.' In this crazy, fast-paced world we live in, I'm starting to wonder if meditating is really worth the time and practice. I discovered interesting findings which may help you decide to meditate.
The Fascinating and Weird Relationships Between Dogs and Cats [Video]
Cats and dogs have one of the oddest relationships. Yes, it is possible for cats and dogs to get along with each other, but some just co-live and try to avoid each other at all costs. This video demonstrates the weird, controlling behavior cats have over dogs...
Easy, Cheesy, Chicken Parmesan You Will Love
Chicken Parmesan is a well-known, Italian dish that has been prepared in Italian restaurant kitchens all over. I promise you it tastes even better when it is homemade and comes right out of your oven. Give my simple recipe a try and fall in love!
The Krewe de Roux Parade Is Today On UL’s Campus
The University of Louisiana at Lafayette's Krewe de Roux Parade will roll on today at 4 pm. The student-organized parade has been a tradition for more than 25 years! This kind of Mardi Gras fun just makes UL even more awesome.
Cole Swindell Talks New Music, Hats, and Playing the Ragin’ Cajuns
We chatted with Georgia native Cole Swindell this morning on Bruce and The Kennel Club. We talked about all kinds of stuff, like if he should or should not wear a hat. If you missed the exclusive interview, we have got it here for you to listen to!
Garth Brooks Wins Lawsuit Against Former Employee
Garth Brooks had to protect his integrity and finances against a former employee in a $226K lawsuit. Lisa Sanderson, former CEO of Red Strokes Entertainment Inc., filed a lawsuit against Brooks for being a "paranoid, angry, deceitful and vindictive man." Wow, low blow! Good thing the jury sided with Garth.
Blake Shelton Sets House On Fire… In Music Video [Video]
Oh Blake Shelton, you never cease to amaze us. If you haven't seen his video to his latest song "Doin' What She Likes," you gotta check it out! Let's just say the fire trucks are sent over to his house. Hope Miranda isn't mad!
Beat Your Allergy Symptoms Before They Get Worse
We meet again, allergy season. Waking up with red, puffy eyes and a scratchy throat isn't exactly enjoyable. If you already have allergy symptoms like myself, but don't want to see a doctor and be prescribed to several, allergy meds, I may be able to help the both of us.