Iowa Economic Development Authority head Debi Durham believes a better-aligned, smaller set of tax credits can do more than those the state now offers
Already facing a $17 million shortfall, Des Moines worries tax abatements for revitalization, growth may have to be cut or eliminated
John Hendrickson and John Phelan compare Minnesota's soaring taxes and deficits with Iowa low taxes and balanced budgets.
Groups backing tight cap on property tax increases say other recent reforms have fallen short. Cities say another measure would be too much, too soon
The Linn County Treasurer’s Office, where local residents can come to pay property taxes. (Gazette Archive) Property taxes are crushing
Gov. Kim Reynolds is letting lawmakers lead on property tax cuts, but eyeing ways to curb local government spending to pave the way.
Veterans groups are seeking a state tax break for the estimated 47,000 disabled veterans in Iowa who are homeowners. “We fully support disabled veterans rated 10% through 90% having their property taxes offset by the percentage of the United States Department of Veterans Affairs Disability Compensation Rating,
Utility-scale solar power can be a boon for Iowa if policymakers let it, writes Andrew Johnson of Clean Energy Districts of Iowa.
Iowa's first openly transgender state lawmaker discussed with The Gazette the significance of her historic role and the challenges faced by transgender individuals.
Simple Vending is a vending machine and ATM business that aims to provide convenient, reliable and tailored vending services for local businesses, community spaces and underserved areas. Robinson is now seeking a Kiva Iowa microloan to expand his business.
Bills to create a five-year moratorium on new state-licensed casinos in Iowa have been introduced by Republicans in both chambers of the Iowa Legislature.
(KMAland) -- Applications are still open for another grant opportunity for local non-profits in multiple KMAland counties.