4:30 LRN Newscast

New Iberia native and longtime athletics administrator Verge Ausberry is now the man in charge of the LSU athletics department. Jeff Palermo has the story…

Cut 1 (30) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

LSU Board of Supervisors member John Carmouche denies that Governor Landry had anything to do with Woodward’s departure.

Cut 6 (09) “…part ways.”

LSU still owes Woodward six-million dollars.

Good news for Louisiana soybean farmers, as China this week agreed to buy 12-million metric tons of U.S. soybeans between now and January. That was the result of a meeting between President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping. Louisiana Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain says China made a goodwill purchase before the meeting.

Cut 12 (09) “…first few months.”

If you’re looking for something to do Saturday, may I interest you in the Louisiana Book Festival in Baton Rouge? Robert Wilson, the executive director for the Louisiana Center for the Book, says there are books for readers of all ages and all interests.

Cut 10 (09) “…are just beginning.”

It takes place from nine to four at the State Library and the surrounding Capitol Park area. The best part – admission is free!