A great opportunity, this month, to "do lunch" with the Business & Economic Development Center at Your College. The BEDC promotes economic development in the community by providing comprehensive management, financial, and technical assistance and training to individuals, small businesses, entrepreneurial ventures, and non-profit organizations in the form of seminars and free, confidential counseling.

For more information about Midland College BEDC services, contact Betsy Seanard, BEDC Associate Director, (432) 684-4309, or bseanard@midland.edu

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"New Tax Laws:  2010 and Beyond
Stop!  Before you file your 2010 income tax return, you may want to be aware of some of the new tax laws.

On Thursday, February 17, the Midland College Business and Economic Development Center will host a noon seminar for business owners and individuals to help “decipher” the new laws.  Martha Dunham, CPA, will be the presenter and will discuss highlights of tax law changes for 2010 and 2011 and their impact on small businesses and individuals.  The seminar will take place from 12:00 noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Midland College Cogdell Learning Center, 201 W. Florida.  Cost is $20, which includes lunch.  For reservations and more information, please call (432) 684-4309.