Articles by Fred Swift


A slow process for redevelopment plan

The County Line The old adage about the wheels of government turning slowly is so, so true. Certainly, part of the reason is our system, which calls for multiple approvals,…



More school candidates need to step forward

The County Line School boards are among the most important bodies in local government, spending more money than most other public entities and overseeing more employees than most other governmental…


Janus fundraiser online this year

Janus Developmental Services’ annual fundraiser will be virtual this year due to continuing health concerns. Christina Sorensen, Janus president and CEO, said the fundraising activities can be seen, starting Friday,…



Lower taxes in 2021?

County taxable value jumps $1.3 billion Hamilton County’s assessed valuation on which next year’s property taxes are based has increased by one and one-third billion dollars. That’s billion with a…


Clay Terrace plans scaled down

The widely-acclaimed Clay Terrace shopping center is facing a redevelopment that includes replacing several retail stores and restaurants with apartments. Eventually, a hotel, office buildings and a parking garage may…