Free tax assistance and e-file now available

The AARP Free Tax-aide assistance program is running now through April 13 at three locations on the West Plains.

AARP Tax-aide in partnership with the IRS, sponsors the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) programs. The programs’ mission is to provide free basic tax return preparation for low-to-moderate income and elderly taxpayers. This includes taxpayers with disabilities, limited English proficiency and military.

In Cheney, assistance is by appointment only at the community library, 610 First St., Friday’s from 1–4 p.m. and Select Saturdays 11 a.m...