King Banaian

St. Cloud State Dean, School of Public Affairs and Economics Professor King Banaian joined me on WJON to talk about St. Cloud area gas prices, the St. Cloud housing market, tourism and more.

St. Cloud State Dean School of Public Affairs and Economics professor King Banaian was my guest on WJON today. We talked about when gas prices will be on the rise, the housing market, how retail is changing and the economic impact of the Governor's Fishing Opener on St. Cloud.

Minnesota's tax collections are off to a sluggish start to the new fiscal year. State budget officials say were down $97 million from projects since July 1st. Sales tax collections were down 2.3 percent from projections.

Cybersecurity is a growing concern for Central Minnesota businesses. That's according to the latest Quarterly Business Report from St. Cloud State University. Economics Professor King Banaian says 85 percent of the respondents say cybersecurity will become more important over the next five years.

St. Cloud State Dean, School of Public Affairs and Economics Professor King Banaian joined me on WJON today. He talked about how Kwik Trip may impact the gas prices in the St. Cloud area.

St. Cloud State Dean, School of Public Affairs and Economics Professor King Banaian joined me on WJON today. He talked about gas prices and how the new Kwik Trip convenience stores will impact St. Cloud gas prices. He also discussed retail, summer travel and the effect of Brexit.

St. Cloud State Dean, School of Public Affairs and Economics Professor King Banaian was my guest on WJON today. He talked about why gas prices fluctuate, the national debt, the economy in relation to the Presidential race, and unemployed people.

Go to any convenience store, restaurant, or retail store in the St. Cloud metro area and chances are pretty good you'll see a "help wanted" sign. It seems like everyone is looking for workers right now.

St. Cloud State Dean, School of Public Affairs and Economics Professor King Banaian joined me today on WJON to talk about gas prices, the cost of higher education, naming rights to public buildings and the sustainability of Division II Athletics.

St. Cloud State Dean, School of Public Affairs and Economics Professor King Banaian was my guest on WJON today. He addressed the question of why gas prices in St. Cloud seem to be higher than surrounding communities. He also explained when the summer gas blend will change from the winter blend.