I love music, sports, food, and my hometown of Lafayette, LA! I’ve been a Club DJ for 6 years. You may have even caught one of my DJ sets if you frequent Jefferson Street. You can also find me writing about the Saints, local happenings, and everything in between. Find out what else I’m up to by following me @SCARENCRO on Twitter or Instagram. Peace!
Jake
New Orleans Man Arrested After Allegedly Threatening To Shoot The Mayor Over Trash Pick-Up
According to reports, a New Orleans area man has been arrested after allegedly threatening to shoot the mayor. Apparently, his frustration with the trash pick-up issue that has persisted across the city is what led to the threat made to 911-operators.
Real Or Fake? Social Media Debates Photo Of Massive Alligator At New Orleans Walgreens
Here in Louisiana, native animals frequently end up getting away from their natural habitats and into society. One man recently posted a photo of an alligator swimming through a New Orleans pharmacy parking lot, but many are wondering if the photo is real or fake.
Baton Rouge Boutique Owner Fought Off Shoplifter, Got Merchandise Back
Reports show video of a Baton Rouge boutique owner fighting off a potential shoplifter who was attempting to steal from her. A scuffle inside of the store led to the shoplifter walking away and the business owner was able to get back hundreds of dollars worth of merchandise.
New Orleans Saints Have Six Offensive Coaches, One Player Test Positive For COVID
After coming off of a monstrous Week 1 victory, the New Orleans Saints are facing another hurdle with multiple members of the team testing positive for COVID. While only one player has reportedly tested positive so far, approximately half of the offensive coaching staff have received a positive result.
Saints QB Jameis Winston Reveals The One Play He Was Most Proud Of Versus Packers
The New Orleans Saints were led by Jameis Winston to a victory in their first game of the season. After a five touchdown performance, Winston was particularly proud of one throw he made during the statement game against the Packers.
New Orleans Saints, Jameis Winston With Massive Win Over Green Bay Packers
The New Orleans Saints defeated the Green Bay Packers by a score of 38-3 in Jacksonville, FL to kick-off the NFL season. Jameis Winston had a stellar performance during his debut as the offense's leader, while the New Orleans defense proved they can shut down the reigning MVP.
New Orleans Mayor Says Saints Should Be Back In Superdome For Week 4
According to reports, Mayor LaToya Cantrell of New Orleans has expressed that the Saints should be back playing in the Superdome by Week 4 of the NFL season. That would make for only one missed home game due to the effects Hurricane Ida had on Southeast Louisiana.
New Orleans Saints Release Running Back Latavius Murray
According to reports, the New Orleans Saints are releasing running back Latavius Murray. Apparently, the Saints asked Murray for a pay reduction which he was not having.
Nursing Home Licenses Revoked From Owner Who Evacuated Over 800 Patients To Warehouse
Reports are saying that Louisiana Department of Health officials have revoked seven nursing home licenses from the owner, who sent residents to a Hammond-area warehouse to evacuate Hurricane Ida. After reports came out of four residents dying at the facility, an investigation into the conditions at the warehouse began.
Four Nursing Home Residents Die, Twelve Hospitalized – 850 Patients Evacuated To Hammond Warehouse
According to reports, approximately 850 Southeast Louisiana nursing home residents were transported to a warehouse near Hammond to escape Hurricane Ida. Four of the nursing home residents died at the facility with twelve others requiring hospitalization.
Saints-Pelicans Owner Gayle Benson Donates $1 Million To Hurricane Ida Relief Efforts
Owner of the New Orleans Saints and New Orleans Pelicans franchises, Gayle Benson, will be donating $1 Million to Hurricane Ida relief efforts according to a team statement. With the future of the team's start to their NFL season uncertain, Coach Sean Payton and the Saints will have a challenging road to their Week 1 game against the Green Bay Packers.
Evacuations Issued For Louisiana As Hurricane Ida Approaches
As Hurricane Ida approaches Louisiana, some parishes around the state are announcing both mandatory and voluntary evacuation orders. Ida is expected to make landfall as a major hurricane on Sunday, August 29th.