Tax Return Preparation

The 2008-2009 school year will begin in the San Marcos CISD on Monday, Aug. 25. The following information can help parents prepare their children for a successful school year:

Applied Biosystems (NYSE: ABI) today reported net revenues of $609.0 million for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2008, an increase of approximately 9% over the prior year quarter of $557.3 million. The net effect of foreign currency on net revenues was a favorable impact of approximately 5% compared to the prior year quarter.

FOSTER CITY, Calif.—-Applied Biosystems today reported net revenues of $609.0 million for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2008, an increase of approximately 9% over the prior year quarter of $557.3 million.

Rest assured — the money’s still coming.

It can be done–and no, we don’t mean stealing.

Richland city officials say they now have in custody Kevin Knickerbocker, the alleged “muscle” behind a Chicago-based gang which set up shop blocks from the Police Department.

Former mayor loses appeal in state court

H&R Block, Inc. (NYSE:HRB) announced today the appointment of Russ Smyth as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective August 1. Smyth replaces Alan M. Bennett, who has served as Interim CEO since November, 2007. Mr. Smyth has also been elected a member of H&R Block’s Board of Directors effective upon commencement of his service as CEO.

KANSAS CITY, Mo.—-H&R Block, Inc. announced today the appointment of Russ Smyth as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective August 1. Smyth replaces Alan M. Bennett, who has served as Interim CEO since November, 2007.

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc. today announced that its Board of Directors has unanimously approved enhancements to the Company’s corporate governance policies that will build on the Company’s existing solid foundation of corporate governance practices.