Local governments across Ohio are engaged in a competitive race to spur economic development, attract developers, and secure long-term prosperity. And while most local governments are familiar with ...

Economic development is one of the few government programs on which Hoosiers seem comfortable spending big money. Although exact numbers are hard to pin down, Indiana state and local governments each ...

Economic development is important to many communities to increase jobs and long-term revenue growth. Local governments can encourage economic development and growth through a variety of tools, such as ...

This week, as I assumed the role of president and CEO of the Baltimore Development Corporation, I have been energized by the opportunity to help chart a new course for our city’s economic future, one ...

The COVID-19 pandemic has profoundly altered state economies. At this point, it’s clear that some of the changes will last, with significant implications for how governments should think about the ...

Any port authority in Richland County would have nothing to do with water. Port authorities can be useful economic development tools for local governments. With a wide range of powers provided by the ...

The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. CEDAR RAPIDS - Tightening availability of incentives at state and federal levels for local projects, ...