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Thursday, May 30, 2013  Taxes in Oldham County are on their way down thanks to wind energy investments from companies like Xcel Energy. Residents' tax rates dropped by at least 20 cents since the beginning of 2013.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  Acting IRS commissioner repeatedly failed to tell Congress that tea party groups were targeted

Friday, May 03, 2013  Gov. Rick Perry says the Texas Legislature must pass tax relief, and Texas House Republicans are ready to try.

Wednesday, April 24, 2013  Local citizens and parents came together to form the group, "Citizens for Our Schools, Our Children and Our Future," to help educate the community on the importance of the upcoming bond election.

Monday, April 15, 2013  April 15th marks Tax Day 2013, the last day to file for the IRS filing period. Amarillo residents rushed to local tax accountants and CPAs to finish last-minute returns.

Friday, March 22, 2013  Gov. Susana Martinez has signed legislation aimed at simplifying New Mexico's tax code.

Tuesday, March 19, 2013  U.S. Sen. Tom Udall says more than 7,000 New Mexicans are owed more than $6 million by the Internal Revenue Service in unclaimed tax refunds from 2009.

Wednesday, March 13, 2013  Amarillo residents spend tax returns and help boost local economy as tax season continues.

Tuesday, January 29, 2013  Gov. Rick Perry will use his State of the State address to call for amending the Texas Constitution to allow the state to return tax money it collects but doesn't spend back to its citizens.

Wednesday, January 16, 2013  Tax season is typically a chaotic time for accountants throughout the nation. This year will be especially difficult with the delay of tax-filing season and the complications it brings along with it.

Wednesday, January 02, 2013  The bill doesn't prevent a temporary Social Security payroll tax reduction from expiring

Wednesday, November 14, 2012  Randall County Commissioners met Tuesday morning to discuss the 2013 fiscal year.

Tuesday, November 13, 2012  Oklahoma finance officials say solid revenue collections last month provide further evidence that the state's economy is continuing to improve.

Friday, November 09, 2012  Obama to address 'fiscal cliff,' setting tone for negotiations with Republicans

Monday, November 05, 2012  State Treasurer Ken Miller says total revenue collections for Oklahoma in October are nine percent higher than October 2011 and show continued improvement in the state's economy.