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The U.S. Air Force challenges you to design a transportation device used in combat zones. The device must enable a single rescuer to quickly and safely move an injured person into a helicopter. The award for the winning proposal is $15,000. Submissions are due February 28. http://challenge.gov/AirForce/284-medical-transportation-device-for-combat-rescue

The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) helps low-income to moderate-income individuals and families keep more of the money they earn. Answer a series of questions on IRS.gov to see if you qualify for the credit. http://apps.irs.gov/app/eitc2011/Forward_Eligibility.do