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calculator and pen on top of a 1040 tax form. The deadline for filing taxes is April 18.

How to file taxes before deadline

By Parker Otto | February 9, 2022

DeKALB — With big reforms for infrastructure planned with the passage of the Infrastructure and Jobs Act, a majority of the funds used to carry out the law’s goals will be tax dollars. Tax filing season officially began on Jan. 24 and with an estimated...

In Focus: Who do you consider a dependent?

By Perspective Staff | February 27, 2017

Ian Tancun | ColumnistI think one can be considered “independent” when they no longer rely on their parents or family for financial support. I believe financial support is different from financial assistance. When I say financial support, I mean relying...

Tax season can be a pain for students

By Ali Combs | February 6, 2013

In the midst of tax season, there is often confusion about the tax filing process, especially for college students who have to deal with extra forms. Filing taxes is required by state and federal law if the file limit has been reached. Once an individual...