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
This Gas Pump Purchase in Westlake Shows the Struggle is Real!
This is simply an example of a lesson from a simple gas pump.
Opening Soon! Chicken Salad Chick is Coming to Lake Charles
I love chicken salad, but what makes this place better than your grandmother's?
A Letter to Those That Experienced Hurricane Laura
We helped each other from a simple bottle of water, a shoulder to cry on, cooking food, or just having a semi-cold beer after curfew.
Help the Gator Crew This Saturday: Food For Thought Food Drive
We hope to see you out at Market Basket this Saturday on Lake Street in Lake Charles from 9a-1p.
Beautiful Photos of Last Night’s Lightning Storm, and Story Time
Russ shares a childhood story and photos from last night's storm.
Woman Spots Bobcat Roaming Down Road in Moss Bluff
She snapped a picture of what appears to be a bobcat strolling on by.
PHOTOS: Big Boy 4014 Tours Lake Charles, Iowa, and Kinder
Your Buddy Russ tells the story of seeing the Big Boy 4014 and shares a gallery of listener photos.
Angola Rodeo is Still Moving Forward With a Few Ticket Changes
They are still going with their original plan of selling just a single ticket to get into the rodeo and the hobby craft area.
YouTuber Videos the Inside of the Abandoned Lacassine Waterpark
Pictures and video of the inside of the Lacassine Water Park
John Bel Edwards Reinstates Mask Mandate for Louisiana
The mandate goes into effect Wednesday, August 4, 2021. According to the mandate the governor signed, it will remain in place until at least September 1.