Russ was the afternoon host on Gator 99.5. His energy and quick wit made him a listener favorite here in SWLA on their drive home from work. Russ never met a stranger, and he was the kind of guy that could light up any room no matter what was going on. His laugh was infectious, and he had impeccable timing for the perfectly placed joke and occasional zinger. Radio was his passion since he was a small child. Before becoming a Radio DJ, Russ worked as the entertainment director at a local casino, an event Emcee, and as a mobile DJ at many SWLA events. Russ passed away on March 31, 2023, around 2:30 pm surrounded by his loved ones.
Buddy Russ
End Your Relationship With Love Bugs With This Repellent
Luckily, we are almost out of their voyeuristic season, but this will be helpful in the future when they make their way back to remind us they get luckier than we do most of the time.
Hurricane Renovation in Lake Charles Home Makes Unique Discovery
Handwritten in pencil and well preserved is "Dr. H. Csg". Turns out it means something way different!
VIDEO: Tornado Crosses In Front of Car on Nelson and Ham Reid
The tornado touches down right in front of him as he calmly throws it into reverse.
Video: Plane Crashing on Highway During Winnie Rice Festival
Video shows the plane on the highway taking off, becoming airborne, and then flying right into a set of lines that stretch across the highway from telephone poles.
Husband Fakes Accident on Security Cam So Wife Can Leave Work
Is this the perfect plan to get your spouse out of work?
I-10 Bridge in Flames Currently in Lake Charles
There is no more information at this time on whether the bridge will be immediately reopening after the accident is cleared up due to the fire and spillage.
VIDEO: Chaos Erupts on I-10 Near Cities Service With Hit and Run
Warning, lots of adult language in this road rage video.
Isle of Capri Shows off New Horseshoe Casino Lake Charles
The thing that makes me giggle is that I have to wonder if the locals, like myself, will still refer to it as the Isle of Capri.
Academy Teams With Whataburger: Whata-Clothing Line
Most of the fishing shirts go up to a 3X size, so you better believe I am going to catch one or two for my own collection.
The 2nd Most Expensive House in Lake Charles
Sometimes second place is just as good.
Bullet Fell Through Roof of Lake Charles Realtor Office
If we see an EXIT Realty employee wearing a bullet proof hard hat and vest, we will know why.
Cupid Releases New Single Called “Crawfish”
Take a listen to it for yourself and do your own little dancy dance.
Blue Bell Announces Mardi Gras King Cake is Back
Get the big spoon!
Ronnie Milsap Releases Christmas Song After 30 Years
The country music legend hasn't put a festive song out in over 30 years.
High School Football Stadium Capacity Increased in Louisiana
Mask mandates are still in place, along with social distancing rules.
Behind-the-Scenes Photos From SWLA Good Morning America Broadcast
Amazing behind-the-scenes photos from today's Good Morning America broadcast from St. Louis High School.
Good Morning America Headed to Lake Charles
Good Morning America's Robin Roberts is headed to Lake Charles. Roberts is from the Gulf Coast area and says she is reminded of the aftermath of Katrina.
Jim Cantore Spotted All Around Lake Charles
The man himself has decided to grace us with his presence in Lake Charles.
Nickelback Releases Cover of Devil Went Down to Georgia
What they did release, in my opinion, is a pile of crawfish shells in a dumpster during July.
Lake Charles Wedding Ends With Unique Gender Reveal
As the officiant finished the ceremony, he turned the couple around to announce them as Mr. and Mrs., then introduced another addition.