Tax season is here, and although most people look at it as a positive because of their expected refunds, getting to that point isn’t always so easy. Many times the tax preparer you choose can make all of the difference about how smoothly that process goes.

The Back Business Association (BBA) of Los Angeles will honor Congresswoman Maxine Waters with a Lifetime Achievement Award at its 36th annual dinner Feb. 25 at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel in downtown Los Angeles.
The event begins at 7 p.m., and tickets are $350 per person. Reservations must be made by Feb. 24 by calling (323) 291-9334.