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    February 03, 2011

    Business

    1. Tax experts offer tips for preparing returns
    2. Some credits, deductions could trip up taxpayers
    3. There's still enough time to contribute to IRA, save on taxes
    4. Personal Finance It's never too early to start thinking taxes Generous tax breaks make reforming tax code difficult
    5. Avoid scammers: Look for 'red flags' when seeking foreclosure help

    State

    1. Beaver Island Lighthouse for the lost Tiny island school a beacon for wayward teens

    Nation

    1. Missouri Church, nonprofit settle sex abuse lawsuit
    2. Oklahoma Chaos in Tulsa Leaders' power struggle roils 'most livable' city
    3. Virginia Man's abuse story moves legislators to act Statute of limitations may be extended
    4. Colorado Watchdog group sues to block academy prayer event Academy says prayer luncheon is voluntary
    5. Washington RNC: $23 million debt as it gears up for 2012 New party chairman Reince Priebus works to overhaul operation
    6. Washington U.S. census estimates indicate big gains for minority populations Michigan would have sustained larger decline if not for Hispanic growth

    Courts

    1. Labor Law Employers face new lawsuits over job-screening practice EEOC sends signals that background, credit checks may discriminate
    2. Court Roundup

    Feature

    1. Quip Pro Quo Law professor performs stand-up comedy routines
    2. OCBA's ABCs New lawyers can return to their elementary roots

    Column

    1. One Perspective: Snyder should adopt HSAs for government employees
    2. Money Matters: See the future in the power of the yield curve
    3. Law Life: Should lawyers use Groupon to offer discounts?