http://www.dornc.com/press/ Releases that have been distributed to the news media http://www.dornc.com/press/2012/ratechange.html The local sales and use tax rate in Buncombe, Durham, Montgomery and Orange counties will increase from 2 percent to 2.25 percent effective April 1, 2012. North Carolina counties have the authority to levy an additional 0.25 percent local sales and use tax when voted upon by the residents of the county. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:00:00 EST http://www.dornc.com/taxes/individual/debtpayment.html This time-limited program will help individuals resolve unpaid taxes and get back on their feet financially by waiving certain penalties and fees and offering payment plan options. Participating taxpayers can avoid forced collections such as garnishments, liens, and levies. Thu, 19 Jan 2012 14:40:00 EST http://www.dornc.com/press/2012/d400.html The North Carolina Department of Revenue is making it easier for people to complete their Individual Income Tax Return (Form D-400) this year with an on-line tutorial that walks a taxpayer through the process step-by-step. Fri, 06 Jan 2012 13:00:00 EST http://www.dornc.com/press/2011/motorfuels_rate.html The North Carolina motor fuels tax for gasoline, diesel, and alternative fuels will increase from 35.0 cents to 38.9 cents per gallon for the period from January 1, 2012 through June 30, 2012, Department of Revenue Secretary David W. Hoyle announced Tuesday. Wed, 28 Dec 2011 13:00:00 EST http://www.dornc.com/press/2011/deadline.html Taxpayers across the nation will have a few extra days to file federal returns, extensions and payments this year. Those items normally due April15, will be due April 17, 2012. The extra time is provided because April 15 is a Sunday and April 16 is the Emancipation Day holiday observed in the District of Columbia. Mon, 12 Dec 2011 09:00:00 EST http://www.dornc.com/press/2011/moreseminars.html Over the next few months, the North Carolina Department of Revenue will be hosting seminars in Charlotte and Raleigh focused on helping citizens understand more about launching and operating a small business. Small businesses are critical to creating and keeping jobs in North Carolina, a top priority of Gov. Bev Perdue. Fri, 18 Nov 2011 13:00:00 EST