Krewe Royalty

Steve Caparotta is the Chief Meteorologist at WAFB, where he has been forecasting South Louisiana weather since 2003. A native of the New Orleans area, Steve earned his bachelor's degree in meteorology from the University of South Alabama and later earned master’s and doctoral degrees from LSU, with his Ph.D. research focused on weather and climate across the Gulf Coast. He also teaches meteorology courses at LSU.

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During more than two decades at WAFB, Steve has covered some of the region’s most significant weather events. Among his most memorable experiences are reporting from New Orleans in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and flying through the eye of Hurricane Ian aboard a NOAA Hurricane Hunter aircraft. He is a five-time recipient of “Best Weathercast in Louisiana” and, in 2024, became the first meteorologist in the nation to hold all three professional certifications offered by the American Meteorological Society.

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Steve has been married to his wife, Christy, for 16 years, and they have two daughters, Eliana and Clara. When he’s not tracking the weather, Steve can usually be found watching sports and cheering on two of his favorite teams, the New Orleans Saints and LSU Tigers.

Saundra Lane started her career in 1980 in Publicity/Promotions at Columbia Pictures and in 1982 Advertising Services at Frito-Lay, both in Dallas. 

In 1986, The Lane Agency was opened as the in-house agency for Gerry Lane Enterprises. 

Her trendy music videos were created in 1988 and became overnight sensations. The Lane Agency has over 200 National, district and local awards for print, radio and television. 

Saundra also enjoys events and promotions and it was not uncommon to have sold out events for car shows, rodeos, Halloween events, symphony, opera, Mardi Gras fundraisers and more.

Saundra has been a long-time member of Sales and Marketing Executives serving in many board positions including President. She was named Marketer of the Year in 1989. She has also held several board positions with the American Advertising Federation and Women in Media as well as dozens of charities and nonprofit groups. She has received the American Advertising Federation Governor’s Award, the Pete Goldsby award and Silver Award, Woman of Achievement and more. She is a long-time member of the Krewe of Apollo and 10/31 Consortium. In 2024, she and two friends started 100 Strong BR, a nonprofit raising funds and awareness for local nonprofits. 

Since 2022, she has been involved with NOLA Power 100 raising funds for nonprofits in the New Orleans area. She also holds board positions with Republican Women's Club of Jefferson Parish, Chateau Estates Garden Club and the Fashion Council of New Orleans. 

She has one son, William, who is a veteran Marine.

Chief Todd Morris brings more than 35 years of law enforcement experience to the City of St. George. Governor Jeff Landry appointed him as the city’s first Chief of Police on May 14, 2024, and he was elected to continue serving in the role in January 2025.

Before becoming Chief of Police, Morris served with the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office for more than 26 years, ultimately serving as Major and Chief of Crimes Against Persons and Special Operations. His career included leadership in homicide and violent crimes, investigations, SWAT, homeland security, intelligence, crime scene operations, search and rescue, aviation, and other specialized units. He was the first commander of EBRSO’s Homicide/Violent Crimes Unit and participated in three multi-agency Serial Killer Task Forces that resulted in arrests.

Chief Morris has also been a leader in the implementation of Rapid DNA technology. He joined the FBI Rapid DNA Pilot and Implementation Committee in 2019, and in 2022, EBRSO became the first agency in the nation authorized to operate a Rapid DNA program during the booking process. He continues to serve on state and national law enforcement committees focused on public safety, technology, and criminal justice.

A POST-certified firearms instructor for more than 25 years, Chief Morris has received numerous honors throughout his career, including Detective Supervisor of the Year, Heart of Law Enforcement, Service Before Self, Crime Stoppers recognition, and Top Cop honors. In 2019, King Philippe of Belgium awarded him the title of Knight of Chivalry in recognition of his work on a seven-year international case.

Chief Morris is active in the St. George community through Healing Place Church, the St. George Rotary Club, and the Property Owners Association of the Country Club of Louisiana, where he serves as president. He is married to Joanie Brocato, and together they have four children and four grandchildren.