TALK ON THE STREET

What residents are saying about today’s issues

Are you worried about the local economy?

RAMONA SMITH, Houma

Not really. I’ve learned to not worry so much and to let what’s meant to be take place. Worrying won’t change it. I’m not an oilfield executive.

TOMMY ADAMS, Larose

I am worried. I’ve been laid off, myself. I hope it gets better. We’re struggling.

COLIN ELLIS, Houma

We all should be concerned. But this area is resilient. If anyone can overcome it, we can.

DARLENE THIBODEAUX, Houma

I think it’s something that is getting bad. A lot of people are losing their jobs. It makes me think about a lot of things.

EMILY PETERS, Thibodaux

It doesn’t affect me as much because I work for tourism in New Orleans and that industry isn’t tied to oil and gas. But locally, we pray every day for things to turn.

REBECCA THOMPSON, Schriever

Sure we’re worried. My husband has three years left before retirement. I hope he can make it that long without any hassles.

RAMONA SMITH, Houma

TOMMY ADAMS, Larose

COLIN ELLIS, Houma

DARLENE THIBODEAUX, Houma

EMILY PETERS, Thibodaux

REBECCA THOMPSON, Schriever