OMAHA, N.E.(WNAX)- While the economy is still growing in the Mid America region, that may be slowing.

Ernie Goss, at economist at Creighton University in Omaha, says much will depend on outside factors.

Goss says prices will continue to rise.

Goss says there will be a lot of job openings through next year.

Goss says supply chain issues continue to be a problem for many businesses and manufacturers in the nine state region.