If you use your vehicle for business and deduct mileage on your taxes, the IRS has a little bit of relief for the high price of gas. The Internal Revenue Service announced an increase in the optional standard mileage rate for the final 6 months of 2022. Taxpayers may use the optional standard mileage rates […]
You may be able to get your taxes done FREE in Benton, starting Feb 3rd
You may be able to get your tax returns figured and filed for free. The Central Arkansas Development Council (CADC) will open the Tax Preparation Season on February 1, 2022. The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) programs offer free basic tax return preparation to individuals who qualify. What is VITA? VITA sites offer free tax […]
IRS says those living homeless can apply for stimulus payments
Are you living homeless and have not gotten a stimulus check (Economic Impact Payment) from the US government? Or do you know someone like this? The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is trying to reach individuals who do not normally file a tax return because they do not have enough income requiring them to file. […]
Make an appointment to get your income taxes processed and filed for free in the VITA program
The Saline County Library will once again offer free tax services through the VITA program (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) for your 2020 tax return. This year, services will be on a drop-off/pick-up basis at 714 Edison Ave. Make an appointment by calling 501-326-6203. VITA is a free tax preparation and electronic filing by certified, trained volunteers. […]
Here’s what to do if you’re still looking for a stimulus payment
The last day to receive an Economic Impact Payment (EIP) via direct deposit was Friday, January 15, 2021. If you didn’t get a payment that way, look for a paper check or pre-paid debit instead. However, according to a statement from Congressman French Hill, it may take several weeks to receive that payment. The IRS […]
Non-tax-filers may still get an Economic Impact Payment; IRS extends deadline
Individuals who are not required to file a tax return may still be eligible for an Economic Impact Payment (EIP). If you don’t file taxes every year and you are eligible for an EIP and have not used the Non-Filers tool, you must register online by November 21st using the Non-Filers: Enter Payment Info Here tool. For those unable to […]
IRS updates deadlines for Economic Impact Payments for special situations
In August, the IRS updated deadlines for individuals regarding their Economic Impact Payment (EIP). Individuals who are not required to file a tax return may still be eligible for an EIP. If you believe this is you, please register for a your EIP by using the Non-Filers tool on the IRS website by October 15th to receive your payment. […]
Circuit Judge McCallister Turns Himself in on 4 Felony Tax Evasion Charges
UPDATES Judgeship filled in Saline County Judge Bobby McCallister to Resign Dec. 15 Update: Judge Bobby McCallister Charged with Failing to Pay Taxes Saline Co. judge booked into jail, accused of failing to file tax returns Judge Bobby McCallister responds to JDDC allegations, denies … Discipline Commission Investigates Saline County Judge Saline Co. judge under […]
Local Judge Investigated for $104K in Unpaid Taxes
Circuit Court Judge Bobby McCallister is under investigation by the Arkansas Judicial Discipline & Disability Commission regarding unpaid taxes. According to court documents, McCallister has $104,648 in IRS tax liens for the years of 2000-2008, except for 2004. Click below to see more detail on this story from Arkansas Business. http://www.arkansasbusiness.com/article/117395/discipline-commission-investigates-saline-county-judge
Sheriff’s Office Raids 4 Saline County Game Rooms
The Saline County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) reports they served four search and seizure warrants on Monday, May 8, 2017, at various gaming rooms in Saline County. The locations were: Chicot Game Room, 14124 Chicot Road Just for Fun Game Room, 14014 Chicot Road Penny Place Game Room, 19630 Arch Street Teana’s Game Room, 14305 Chicot Road […]