Simply put, government spending does not drive economic development. I can point you to multiple studies by multiple people but at a high level it is a zero sum gain. Government takes from you and spends it on X. Even infrastructure, which is what government does well, does nothing to drive growth in or around…
This Thanksgiving we all need to the take time to sit back and relax and be thankful for the many things we have been blessed with. In addition, we also need to remember those who depend on us to get them through the tight spots in their life. In the daily political fights you can…
In the next three to four months, a very important point in time will occur for Dubois County and our potential economic and individual growth. The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) will be evaluating future projects to improve Indiana’s transportation network and that includes the potential Interstate 67. This proposed Interstate would run from Owensboro…
“What to do about Economic Development Income Tax (EDIT) funds?” is the question many are asking themselves. This discussion is occurring with 2013 budget discussions under way among our elected officials. Now that the electorate is starting to realize the scope of what an EDIT is being used for, many disagree with those uses. People are frustrated as they have seen…
Recently, the subject of a new Interstate in Dubois County has arisen. While running for Jasper City Council I had heard about this while on the campaign trail, and did my own research into the subject. We need to understand, as a county, that if we truly want economic growth and to entice our kids…
