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The Advocate
Wednesday, October 5th, 2022
 
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Economist: Weak Gulf of Mexico activity could hamper Lafayette economy, but job gains are on the horizon

By ADAM DAIGLE | Acadiana Business Editor​ ​ ​

Good morning, Acadiana. Let's get down to business.

The Lafayette area could gain 5,300 jobs over the next two years, but the region’s economy is likely to be held back by slow drilling activity in the Gulf of Mexico, according to the Louisiana Economic Forecast, economist Loren Scott noted during his annual presentation Wednesday morning in Lafayette.

You can read the story here.  

Have a great day and see you back here Thursday. 

 
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'Among best places in the state': Local experts 'bullish' on Lafayette's economic promise

Lafayette Parish and Acadiana may be less than robust in growth, but it still outpaces most of Louisiana for jobs, workforce stability and housing, said a panel of local experts Tuesday. Potential growth abounds, too, but the specter of persistent or even growing inflation is a barrier to the boom. Read more

McIlhenny expanding to offer tabasco sauce in a pouch

The McIlhenny Company is adding equipment to its Avery Island facility to offer tabasco in a pouch. Read more

Women Who Mean Business: Karen King's journey to U.S. Attorney's office 'a natural fit'

When Karen King attended high school in Rayne, she aspired to become an accountant and eventually attend law school to be a tax attorney. Read more

 
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