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Interim LSU Athletics Director Verge Ausberry: “LSU is not broken”

Friday, October 31 by Louisiana Radio Network

LSU introduced New Iberia native and longtime athletic administrator Verge Ausberry as its interim athletics director. After a tumultuous week that saw the firing of head football coach Brian Kelly and the departure of athletics director Scott Woodward, Ausberry had this message for LSU... Read More.

Scott Woodward out as LSU Athletics Director

Friday, October 31 by Louisiana Radio Network

On Sunday, LSU athletic director Scott Woodward fired Brian Kelly. Last night, LSU fired Woodward. Tiger Rag magazine editor Glenn Guilbeau says it didn’t matter that the LSU grad hired three national championship-winning coaches in Jay Johnson, Kim Mulkey and Jay Clark – the... Read More.

Lauren Jewett announces campaign to challenge incumbent congressman Steve Scalise in 2026 general election

Friday, October 31 by Louisiana Radio Network

Congressman Steve Scalise will have a Democratic challenger in next year’s general election. Special education teacher Lauren Jewett is launching a campaign to unseat the nine-term incumbent. “I am fighting for people who love living here in Louisiana and know if they have a pride in... Read More.

AARP Louisiana study demonstrates disparity in state funding between in-home care vs. nursing homes for the elderly

Thursday, October 30 by Louisiana Radio Network

Data released by AARP this week shows that almost one million people in Louisiana provide unpaid and unsupported care to older loved ones at home. That accounts for almost 30% of the state’s adult population. Andrew Muhl, the director of advocacy for AARP Louisiana,... Read More.

119th State Fair of Louisiana in Shreveport opens today, will run until November 16th

Thursday, October 30 by Louisiana Radio Network

The 119th Louisiana State Fair begins today in Shreveport and will run all the way until November 16th. Russell Adams, the marketing manager of the Louisiana State Fair, says one of this year’s new additions includes a brand-new Ferris wheel. “This year, they actually bought a... Read More.

Louisiana Early Childhood Education Fund in danger of running out of funding

Thursday, October 30 by Louisiana Radio Network

A new study by Leaders for a Better Louisiana says the Early Childhood Education Fund is in danger of running out of money by 2030. The fund was established in 2017 as a dollar-for-dollar match to local communities which raise money for early childhood... Read More.

Governor Jeff Landry announces plan to continue funding Louisiana SNAP program

Thursday, October 30 by Louisiana Radio Network

Governor Jeff Landry says because of legislation approved in the special session, disabled people, children and the elderly who rely on cash assistance through the SNAP program will continue to receive their benefits, despite the federal government shutdown. Landry says Louisiana is able to... Read More.

Arrest made in Monroe triple murder

Wednesday, October 29 by Louisiana Radio Network

It took Monroe Police a very short time to make an arrest in connection with the killings of three people, including a two-year-old girl. “Less than eight hours after the time of this tragedy, we have a prime suspect in jail with more to come,”... Read More.

Debate rages as Louisiana Legislature votes to delay 2026 federal primary elections by one month

Wednesday, October 29 by Louisiana Radio Network

The Louisiana Legislature has voted to delay the 2026 federal primary elections. The April closed party primary will now take place in May. Democrats have fought against this GOP-backed plan. Baton Rouge Representative Edmond Jordan has been vocal in his opposition. “If we move these... Read More.

Former LSU Head Coach Ed Orgeron would love to come back to coach at LSU

Wednesday, October 29 by Louisiana Radio Network

Former LSU head coach and national champion Ed Orgeron appeared on ESPN’s Unsportsmanlike on Wednesday to discuss the program’s head coach opening. Orgeron says that LSU’s new coach will have to be someone who is willing to embrace the state of Louisiana, which is... Read More.

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Interim LSU Athletics Director Verge Ausberry: “LSU is not broken”

Scott Woodward out as LSU Athletics Director

Lauren Jewett announces campaign to challenge incumbent congressman Steve Scalise in 2026 general election

AARP Louisiana study demonstrates disparity in state funding between in-home care vs. nursing homes for the elderly

119th State Fair of Louisiana in Shreveport opens today, will run until November 16th

Louisiana Early Childhood Education Fund in danger of running out of funding

Governor Jeff Landry announces plan to continue funding Louisiana SNAP program

Arrest made in Monroe triple murder

Debate rages as Louisiana Legislature votes to delay 2026 federal primary elections by one month

Former LSU Head Coach Ed Orgeron would love to come back to coach at LSU

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