Tax increment financing (TIF) often becomes a target for fear-driven criticism. This commentary offers a counterpoint, explaining how TIF works to support local development and underscoring that caution should not be confused with baseless alarm.

Many of us assume that a canine sigh reflects sadness or frustration, but experts suggest there may be other explanations. Rather than expressing disappointment in you, your dog’s sigh might simply be part of its normal, everyday communication.