East Tennessee residents who would like free assistance with their income tax return preparation can receive hep from Tusculum University.The higher education institution is participating in the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program for the seventh consecutive year, according to a news release. Fifteen students and seven community volunteers, all trained by Dr. Harold Branstrator, a former Internal Revenue Service revenue agent and current IRS enrolled agent, will be available Feb. 6-April 13 to assist clients with their income tax return.