Native of Carencro, Louisiana. I graduated from Carencro High in 2007 and the University of Louisiana in 2011.
Sam Stokes
Millage Vote Results For Lafayette Parish
The following are the results of the six millage votes in Lafayette Parish:
Boustany Vs. Landry To Be Determined By Runoff
As the voting result numbers began rolling in Tuesday night for the hotly contested 3rd congressional district race, it slowly became more and more apparent that a runoff between the two incumbent congressmen, Republican Charles Boustany, and Republican Jeff Landry would be the most likely outcome...
What Else Will You Be Voting On Today?
The following is a list of the 9 constitutional amendments up for vote on November 6th, as well as the 1 local option vote.
Tune In To Boustany vs. Landry Congressional Debate Live
Our sister station KPEL 96.5 will be hosting district 3 congressional candidates Congressman Charles Boustany and Congressman Jeff Landry.
4 Ways To Get On National TV During The Cajuns Game
So what's the best way to get your beautiful Ragin Cajun mug on national TV? We've put our heads together and come up with 4 Ways To Get On National TV During The Cajuns Game.
5 People At Every Downtown Alive!
The 5 characters you've come to know and love that appear at just about every Downtown Alive!
Tailgating Press Release For Your Girlfriend
It's long been said that men are not the best communicators
‘It’s a Family Thing': Your Chance to Win Tickets and Meet The Band Perry on Oct. 13 in New Orleans
97.3 the Dawg wants you to show us your family photos for a chance to meet country music's newest superstar family The Band Perry!
Saints Fans React To 0-3 Start
And as you'd expect, Saints fans had a whole lot to say...
The Five Coolest Things About Speaking Cajun
Notice that I said "speaking Cajun" and not Cajun French. Aside from the world famous food, art, and music, us Cajuns have developed a way of speaking unlike any other. You may not realize it. You may not even have an accent, but as any Cajun that has ever received blank stares from confused outsiders can tell you, you don't have to sound like the Swamp People to speak Cajun. Spe...
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Who Is Lisa Pate? What We Know Now About Brandon Lavergne’s Second Alleged Victim
When news of Brandon Scott Lavergne's indictment on two murder charges came down Wednesday afternoon, it sent a surprise shock through the community. Lavergne will face trial for Mickey Shunick, who is still missing, and Lisa Pate, a woman who disappeared in 1999 and until now has not been mentioned during the investigation.
Mardi Gras Dos & Don’ts For First Timers
Mardi Gras is fast approaching and soon guest bedrooms and couches will be filled with out-of-town friends and family looking to enjoy the festival season. In order to ensure these first timers have just as good a time as long time Mardi Gras veterans, here are a few dos and don’ts to pass along.