Tax Day freebies

SEATTLE -- Today is the the day that 2012 tax returns are due and some local businesses are hoping to ease the pain a bit by offering freebies on tax day.

Here are a few you can take advantage of in the Seattle area:

-- AMC Theatres: Concession stands at theaters are giving away free orders of small popcorn

-- Arby's: The fast-food chain is offering a free order of curly fries or potato cakes

-- Cinnabon: Customers can get two free Cinnabon Bites, while supplies last

-- Sonic: Half-price drinks and slushes all day

-- Great American Cookies: Each customer gets a free Birthday Cookie Cake

-- Office Depot: You can make copies of up to 25 pages of your income taxes, free of charge (and don't forget -- you are supposed to keep a copy of your tax returns for seven years)