I’m Rob Kirkpatrick. I’m a husband. I’m a Dad. I’m a proud UL Lafayette graduate. I’m a fierce reporter at heart and always digging for a good story. But most importantly in this space: I’m the fearless leader of Townsquare Media's news brands in Lafayette and Bernadette Lee’s partner in crime on “Acadiana’s Morning News”. News is something I always knew I wanted to do. My first on-air experience was in 3rd grade at Lyon Elementary in Covington, LA. I gave the announcements, weather and cafeteria menu every morning on closed-circuit television. Since then, I have covered the news with KATC in Acadiana, in Dallas with FOX 4’s “Good Day”, in Atlanta with CNN Newsource and now back in Lafayette with Townsquare Media. I consider myself lucky to do what I love and raise my two little girls in Acadiana with my amazing wife Sarah.
Rob Kirkpatrick
Chemical Plant Explosion Near LA/TX Border Rocks Residents
The powerful blast blew out the windows of homes and sent a chemical plume blowing over neighborhoods.
Home Furniture Project Will Feed 20,000 Children
The 'No Child Hungry' event aims to nourish kids in the US and abroad.
New Lafayette City and Parish Councils Are Set
The two new councils are in place and members will be sworn in this coming January.
‘Stevie P.’ Is Done With The Saints/LSU Bye Week
The Cajuns had a big win for Homecoming versus Texas State, but ESPN 1420's Steve Peloquin is looking ahead to a big week of sports. He joined Acadiana's Morning News with his thoughts on what the San Francisco 49ers have in store for the Black and Gold...
Acadiana Food and Wine Soiree Set For Wednesday
Eat and drink for a good cause this week at the 3rd annual Acadiana Food and Wine Soiree. It's set to take place this Wednesday at the UL Student Union ballroom. Tickets are $50 and benefit the UL Hospitality Program along with ProStart programs...
SPOT A STROKE: Lafayette General Hosting Free Screenings
Lafayette General Health is hosting free stroke screenings in honor of World Stroke Day. It's planned for Saturday, November 16th, but now is the time to make your appointments for free screenings, including:
Cardia-Artery Screening
Blook Pressure and Heart Rate
Stroke Risk Assessment
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Sex Offenders Sue Sheriff Over Trick-Or-Treat Warning Signs
Now lawyers are involved and they are citing first amendment violations.
Trump Jr. To Headline Cajundome Rally On Monday
The event aims to drive voter turnout and to support local Republican candidates.