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Thursday, 02 July 2009 |
In its fourth year, the Conrad VITA site has helped 47 residents take advantage of the free tax-preparation and e-filing services.
Residents brought in their W-2s and receipts and were assisted with their federal and state taxes at no cost.
1st Liberty Federal Credit Union, the Internal Revenue Service, Gianarelli Law Office, and local volunteer tax preparer Shari Gianarelli have partnered to bring in IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance site to Conrad.
Since 2006 over 139 people have used this free tax service in Conrad. In 2009, 39 returns were filed with over $77,000 in federal and state refunds.
“I was pleased by how many Conrad area residents took advantage of this service and encourage people who qualify to set up an appointment early next year,” said Gianarelli.
Kelly Greer, Branch Manager of 1st Liberty Federal Credit Union, has enjoyed working with the program over the years.
“It is a wonderful program,” she tells the I-O, adding, “We are one of only 13 credit unions that run VITA sites statewide.”
VITA sites aren’t for everyone.
The IRS certified volunteers are trained to do uncomplicated returns for people who earn $42,000 or less. For clients served in Conrad, the average adjusted gross income was $20,000. |
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Thursday, 02 July 2009 |
 GOING IN — Jamie Fuson carefully guides one of the cattle guard sections in place. Fuson Excavating is the contractor for the cattle guards that were installed on the Midway interchange last Thursday and Friday. It was September 2007 when the cattle got out on the interstate and Conrad saw a few unfortunate accidents resulting in damaged vehicles, injured people and several dead cows. Photo courtesy of Jerry Stratman
By state law, the board has 60 days in which to appoint a new trustee to fill the position for the rest of the year.
In May, at the next school election, there would be a vote to elect someone to fulfill the year remaining on the term.
If you are interested in being appointed to this trustee position please notify the board in writing by sending a letter of interest to Superintendent Lynn Utterback, 215 S. Maryland St. Conrad, 59425.
Commenting on the resignation, Utterback commented, “We (the board) would express our gratitude to him for serving for over 11 years as a trustee and providing leadership as the board chairman for the majority of this time.”
He went on to say, “We are greatly appreciative.” |
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Thursday, 02 July 2009 |
Tis the season to celebrate America’s 4th of July birthday bash, especially with fireworks.
But it’s important to remember fireworks are illegal on all Fish, Wildlife and Parks’ lands.
Every year around the 4th of July, people buy fireworks, and then look for a place out of town to shoot them off. The local fishing access site or state park presents an inviting spot. Don’t do it.
State law says no one may set off fireworks on any FWP lands from April 1 until the opening of archery season, which is the first Saturday in September. In addition, some FWP properties, such as Giant Springs and Ulm Pishkun state parks, are closed permanently to fireworks.
Anyone using fireworks on FWP lands may be charged with a misdemeanor that can result in a fine up to $500.
So have fun on July 4th and visit a state park or fishing access site. Just leave the fireworks home. |
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