State Police is investigating a profanity laced voicemail left on the phone of Houma Senator Michael Fesi. Fesi voted in favor of the override of the governor’s veto of a bill that bans sex altering medical procedures on minors. Authorities say the man who left the voice mail is LSU grad student Marcus Venable
Cut 3 (10) “…already suffering”
Venable also taught a class at LSU as a grad assistant. The university says Venable will no longer teach at LSU, but can still be a student.

The statewide average price for a gallon of gasoline has increased five cents over the last week. Triple-A fuel analyst Don Redman says it’s the result of a cutback in production by OPEC countries. Redman is hopeful we do not see a big increase, but that changes if a storm threatens the Gulf Coast….
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Right now the statewide average for a gallon of regular gasoline is $3.18.

The media at SEC Media Days has picked Alabama to win the SEC West in a close vote over LSU, who is picked to finish second. But Tiger Rag Editor Todd Horne believes the Tigers should be the preseason favorites to win the West…
cut 12 (08) “….Alabama has none of that”
LSU Quarterback Jayden Daniels is a first team All SEC selection.

Mental health officials are celebrating the one anniversary of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. State Suicide Prevention Coordinator Dr. Robyn Thomas says since shortening the previous seven-digit number to 988, call volume has increased by 11 percent and they’ve increased the number of counselors from Louisiana who can take these calls…
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The Lifeline also offers specialized support for veterans, Spanish speakers and LGBTQ-plus youth.