Most local tax refund seekers should experience no delays in filing their returns.

Local tax filers experienced confusion in wake of news that governmental lags may cause filing delays.

Rowena Rivers, a district manager for H&R Block, said the delays should not be a concern for the majority of area residents.

“Congress was late in updating the laws for this tax season. Because of that the IRS was delayed in getting some forms ready. Only people needing those specific forms will have to wait until Feb. 11 (to file),” said Rivers. “It only affects a very small...

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