University of Missouri Extension will provide free tax-preparation and e-filing assistance to residents of northwest Missouri.  Locations and dates will be in Marshall, Keytesville, Carrollton and several other sites across the region.

According to a news release, if you are an individual or family of any age with low-income to moderate income, in need of help with filing your taxes, MU Extension will help at no cost to you. Tax returns can also be prepared for high school and college students. Due to IRS stipulations, this tax site acts as a Volunteer Income Tax Assistance or VITA site and will be unable to prepare returns for individuals and families who own a small business or farm.

The program is staffed by IRS-trained volunteers, who will prepare tax forms and provide e-filing for returns.

Individuals can begin making appointments immediately by calling the Saline County Extension Office at 660-886-6908, Chariton County MU Extension office at 660-288-3239, or the Carroll County Extension office at 660-542-1792.