economy

Since February's winter storm gas prices have been on the rise in Louisiana. You might not believe just how much more you're paying today than you were paying only six months ago.

The COVID-19 crisis has caused massive economic destruction across the United States, but maybe nowhere as much as here in Louisiana.

Some communities in the state continue their slow recovery from lower oil prices. Meanwhile, other communities are experiencing record growth because of natural gas and the chemical industry.

No, Lake Charles isn't literally a doughnut. It's just a metaphor. A delicious, fatty pastry metaphor for economic development. Or the lack thereof.

There are signs of economic growth on the horizon for Southwest Louisiana. Lakefront development is giving the community hope for the future. Today the Coushatta Casino Resort broke ground on a new hotel property that should bring more visitors and more jobs to south Louisiana. I like the announcement because it means that there is now a greater chance of finding a place to stay after seeing a c