First State Times

A Better Delaware group aims to improve state's business climate

By Dion M. Harris | Oct 2, 2019

A Better Delaware, a new public policy and political advocacy group, has formed to re-make the state as a place more friendly for economic growth and job creation.

Caesar Rodney Institute chairman calls proposed Delaware hotel tax misguided

By Dion M. Harris | Sep 24, 2019

A still-struggling economy with limited - and even negative - growth means a proposed fast-track tax on hotels and motels is bad business, think tank says.

Kent County tourism group backs 'lowest possible' taxes on lodging

By Dion M. Harris | Sep 24, 2019

Further cementing its "go-slow" approach to a proposed lodging tax, the head of the local tourism group called on Kent County officials to authorize the lowest possible rate increase to keep the county competitive.