ONU business students Nick Hensley and Ellie Schmalzl are among several students who have been certified to help with Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA).

Local residents who earn less than $54,000 can have their taxes prepared free and have them electronically filed.

The tax forms are prepared by ONU business students and checked by Professor Dexter Woods before sending.

The service is available from 5 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday until April 5. Appointments are required and may be made by calling 419-772-2075. (Monty Siekerman)