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CELEBRATING THE RESIDENTIAL PARK COMMUNITIES FOR 65 YEARS

Spend ‘An Afternoon with Dame Joan Collins’

In This Issue

Senior News Line.................................2 Celebrity Extra......................................7 CVRep Luminary Luncheon.................8 Classifieds..........................................11

1. U.S. STATES: Which two states share no borders with any other U.S. state?

2. TELEVISION: What is Richie’s last name in the 1970-80s series “Happy Days”?

3. FOOD & DRINK: What is whey?

4. GAMES: What are “bedposts” in bowling?

5. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What kind of creature is an ocelot?

Dame Joan Collins.

By Alison Elsner

D

ame Joan Henrietta Collins, born in March 1933, is an English actress, author and columnist. She made her stage debut at the age of nine, trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts (RADA) in London and entered British films in 1951.

She then went under contract to 20th Century Fox in 1955 and appeared in such films as “Land of the Pharoahs,” “The Girl in the Red Velvet Swing,” “Rally Round the Flag, Boys” with Paul

• Immigrants arriving at New York’s Ellis Island in the early years (1892-1920s) were given bananas to eat. Many had never seen a banana and didn’t know how to eat one -- some ate the whole thing, peel and all.

Photo courtesy of Palm Springs Speaks

6. U.S. PRESIDENTS: By how many Senate votes was President Andrew Johnson spared removal from office after he was impeached by the House?

Newman and Joanne Woodward and “The Virgin Queen” with Bette Davis.

In 1980 she landed the role of Alexis Carrington in “Dynasty,” which made her an international superstar and brought her a Golden Globe award for best actress in 1982. In 2015 she was made a Dame by Queen Elizabeth II for her services to charity. Collins will discuss her amazing life and career and share some fascinating backstage stories from her many years in Hollywood.

The presentation is part of the

Palm Springs Speaks series produced by the Palm Springs Cultural Center and Friends of the Palm Springs Library, benefitting both organizations equally.

Palm Springs Speaks presents “An Afternoon with Dame Joan Collins” is held from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, January 26. Tickets start at $30. The presentation is held at the Richards Center for the Arts, located at 2248 Ramon Road in Palm Springs. For more information, call 760-624-8752 or visit palmspringsspeaks.org.

8. ASTRONOMY: Which is the largest planet in our solar system?

• It was noted Irish author and wit Oscar Wilde who made the following sage observation: “There are only two tragedies in life: one is not getting what one wants, and the other is getting it.”

on light aircraft. These aircraft, as well as kites and remote controlled toys, are not allowed to go above that limit. Also included in the category of light aircraft are broomsticks. Any witch who flies on a broomstick above that limit is subject to a fine of more than $50,000 and possible arrest.

ery year. Of course, you might want to consider that even in the warm southwestern part of the country, winters last about 100 days, with snow covering the ground from mid-October to early May.

• The very first CD of a musical recording was made in 1982.

The album was “The Visitors” by Swedish pop superstars ABBA. • In the small African nation of Swaziland, the Civil Aviation Authority has set a ceiling of 500 feet

• If you’re thinking about moving to another country, you might want to consider Finland. In that country, employees are offered, on average, 44 paid vacation days ev-

7. LITERATURE: What is the end of the nursery rhyme that starts: “Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall/ Humpty Dumpty had a great fall ... “?

9. BIBLE: Who was John the Baptist’s father?

10. MUSIC: How many Top 10 songs were released on Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” album? © 2020 King Features Synd., Inc.

ANSWER TO TRIVIA ON PAGE 9

• Early science-fiction author E.E. “Doc” Smith wasn’t just a writer; he also was an engineer. He’s the guy who figured out how to get powdered sugar to stick to doughnuts. (c) 2020 King Features Synd., Inc.

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WORD SEARCH You’re Never Too Old to Try Something New

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ESTABLISHMENT

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There’s something to be said for continuing to learn as we get older.

Not only does it keep our brains active, but sometimes learning new things is just plain interesting and fun.

I’ve made a goal of learning or investigating at least one new thing per month this year. Here are some ideas: New Authors Librarians have a “what to read next” reference book resource that offers suggestions about what authors someone might like based on previous books they’ve read. Tell a librarian what author you’ve enjoyed, and you’ll get suggestions for others to try. If there isn’t a library near you, you can do this online. Go to www.whatshouldireadnext.com and put in the name of one author you like. It will list several books by that author. Click on one and suggestions will appear below.

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Fees Can be High for Rehoming Pets

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Dear Paw’s Corner I’m very sad about this, but I need to find a new home for my two cats.

I’m in my 70s and have some chronic health conditions that lately have gotten much worse. There is no one in my family who can take them, so I called the local shelter for help. They said they would take the cats, but I have to pay an $85 fee for each one. I can’t afford that. What can I do? -- Deborah J., Portland, Oregon Dear Deborah I’m sorry to hear that you can’t keep your pets, but I understand it can be tough to take care of them when you’re trying to take care of your own health.

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Foreign Language If you spoke a foreign language as a child or just took the required two years in high school, how much do you remember? Duolingo (www.duolingo.com) is a great, free online tool with exercises tailored to you.

There are 35 languages to learn!

You can study online or on a phone app. If you get serious, you can pay $6.99 per month to remove ads, but you don’t need to.

New Tech Skills Our senior center has a weekly tech hour where a knowledgeable geek from the college comes in to solve any computer problems and answer how-to questions. I’ll be going at least four times to ask about photo-editing software with the goal of learning to manipulate photos I’ve taken.

Try Some New Things Shop at the new grocery store in the next town. Knit something that isn’t a scarf. Sample an exotic selection of teas.

What about you? Do you have any goals for 2020? (c) 2020 King Features Synd., Inc.

Many shelters around the country take in pets as voluntary surrenders due to uncontrollable circumstances like personal medical problems. They charge what’s called a rehoming fee. It’s a onetime fee per pet ranging between $45 and $150, depending on the shelter, its location, available funding and other factors.

The rehoming fee helps shelters cover the cost of food, housing and medical care for surrendered animals, which can be $85 a day or higher.

In your case, it may be worth your while to contact the shelter again and explain your financial situation to a shelter manager, who might be able to work out a payment plan or a discounted fee.

You should also put out the word to family, friends, your doctor, your senior center -- anyone you have contact with regularly -- to see if they know someone who would take your cats and help them transition to a new home without a stay in a shelter. (c) 2020 King Features Synd., Inc.

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CROSSWORD

ANSWER TO PUZZLE ON PAGE 9

ACROSS 1. Fall down 5. American TV company (abbr.)

8. Exclamation that denotes disgust 11. Gallantry 13. Chinese word signifying “doctrine” 14. Prefix meaning “beside” 15. Act of imitating 16. Tall, rounded vase 17. Sixth month of Jewish civil calendar 18. Rural Iranian village 20. Time zone 21. Military weapon (abbr.)

22. Gets rid of 25. Aggressive 30. Addressed one’s appearance

31. Affirmative 32. Denoting Indo-European languages 33. French noble family 38. Shock therapy 41. Having characteristics of both sexes 43. Large suitcase 45. One who identifies God with the universe 48. Swiss river 49. Frequently 50. Wipe out 55. Invests in little enterprises 56. Waste 57. Resembles a large shrimp 59. Derogatory name for rural resident 60. Menswear accessory

61. Tropical American tree 62. Pitching statistic 63. Camera type 64. Cardinal number that is the sum of five and one

DOWN 1. Surgical procedure of the heart (abbr.)

2. Northern Scandinavia indigenous person 3. Evergreen trees and shrubs 4. Meat from a domestic hog 5. State of insensibility 6. Herb 7. Annuity 8. San Diego-based ballplayer 9. Members of a Semitic people

10. Any physical damage 12. Woolen rug 14. Alsos Mission leader 19. Aromatic plant used as culinary herb 23. Where you sleep 24. Ruled Russia 25. Indicates density of data (abbr.)

26. Sea eagle 27. Type of light bulb 28. Wreath 29. Graduate with a degree 34. What thespians do 35. “Orange is the New Black” character 36. Comedienne Gasteyer 37. Romanian monetary unit 39. People treated as a group 40. Small European plant 41. First responder group 42. A person’s head 44. Giggle 45. Bura-__: Chadic language 46. Snout moth genus 47. Body part 48. Inspirational Wimbledon champ 51. Revolutions per minute 52. American software developer 53. Ancient Greek city 54. Female sheep 58. “The Science Guy”

SUDOKU

ANSWER TO SUDOKU ON PAGE 9

Brain Teaser I’m white, and used for cutting and grinding. When I’m damaged, humans usually remove me or fill me.

For most animals I am a useful tool.

What am I? SEE ANSWER ON PAGE 9

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• Use a tea infuser ball for aromatherapy. Apply several drops of essential oils to a cotton ball and place it inside the infuser basket.

Then simply hang it to distribute the scent. You can hang it from a light bulb or even in front of the air handler for your air conditioning or heating intake.

• Before removing a splinter, ice the area. There will be less fussing, and a wooden splinter might absorb some liquid, causing it to swell enough to pop out a bit more.

• “I used the mileage counter in my car to come up with several 2-mile routes for walking. Now I can vary my routine and be assured that I’ve walked 2 miles, which is my goal. I just drive from my house until I hit a mile on the trip odometer, and then I walk to that spot and back.”

-- I.L. in Nevada

• “If you’re looking to give yourself a bit of traction on icy sidewalks, be careful what you use.

While kitty litter is a much-recommended solution, when it melts, you’re left with a slippery pile of clay. Salt can de-ice a sidewalk, but it definitely will kill plants, so be precise, and don’t use too much of either. I carry a baggie of sand in my bag and keep a small bucket for the steps.

It’s not perfect, but it works.” -- T. in Pennsylvania (c) 2020 King Features Synd., Inc.

An Amazing Buzzer-Beater It may have taken some luck, but high school cager, Katara Key, used her well-honed skill to sink a 65-foot winning basket from across the court for Reading High against rival William Penn High School in Pennsylvania. It happened just as the buzzer sounded the end of the game. As she put it in a post-game interview with

KPVI-TV: “I just saw the spiral and I was like yeah, that’s going in. I practice that shot all the time with my coach.”

The Association of Mature American Citizens [www.amac.us] provides the Filler Files as a service on issues of concern to Americans over 50.

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DesertMobileHomeNews.com Are there screening tests that could have detected the condition before the heartburn symptoms? Are there things that she could have done to avoid the cancer? My family members are frightened and want to avoid her condition. -- Anon.

No Screening Tests for Bile Duct Cancer Dear Dr. Roach A family friend has just been diagnosed with bile duct cancer. She is a breast cancer survivor and is 75 years old. The tumor is said to be the size of a quarter, and it was discovered after she complained of heartburn symptoms.

Whale Oil Lamp Many 18th-century lamps used oil to get light. If whale oil was not available, the lamps could use olive oil. The oil was kept in a reservoir, usually metal, that had three or four burners with

Answer Cholangiocarcinoma, cancer of the bile ducts, is a rare cancer that is, unfortunately, associated with a high mortality rate. There are no symptoms in most people until it is advanced.

Since the cancer is in the bile ducts, the most common symptoms are caused by obstruction of the bile ducts: jaundice (yellow in skin/eyes), generalized itching, dark urine and light-colored stools. Abdominal pain, fever and weight loss are other symptoms.

wicks. Several were needed to get enough light. A group of these lamps also had reflectors on a pole, usually shaped like a moth with spread wings. The pole held the needed tools, wick cutters, wick picks and snuffing caps, and could raise and lower the reflec-

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Cholangiocarcinoma is not a disease that’s amenable for screening; it is rare in North America (it is more common in East Asia, where there are screening programs). Further, the available screening tests, such as blood tests and imaging studies, are not very sensitive, meaning the tests will miss cases. And they are not very specific -- a positive result on the screening test does not necessarily mean cancer. For these reasons, screening is not currently recommended for people at average risk, although it may be considered in people at high risk, such as people with primary sclerosing cholangitis, a chronic liver disease that puts people at high risk for cholangiocarcinoma.

Other risk factors for cholangiocarcinoma are mostly beyond a

person’s control: other liver diseases, parasites and genetic conditions. There is some evidence that obesity and diabetes increase the risk of this cancer; however, it does no good for you or your friend to look backward. Never blame the victim.

She should concentrate on getting treated. I don’t have enough information to comment on her prognosis, but the fact that it was diagnosed early -- apparently before obstruction of the bile ducts -- and with a tumor only the size of a quarter, are favorable. Treatment may include surgery and chemotherapy (before or after surgery).

tor to direct the light. Many were made of brass to withstand heat, and silver was added for decoration where it would not melt. This late-19th-century silver-plated lamp that burned fat has it all -- a silver-plated reflector brass pole, tools, moth reflector and a finial.

This unusual light, a Lucerne whale oil lamp, is made of brass and is silver plated. It gives the light from a small burning flame.

The unusual shape coaxed a bid of $242.

For more collecting news, tips and resources, visit www.Kovels.com (c) 2020 King Features Synd., Inc.

(c) 2020 North America Synd., Inc. All Rights Reserved

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Q: What is Tim Gunn doing now that he is no longer on “Project Runway”? I won’t even watch the show anymore since he left. It’s just not the same. -- E.S. A: If you subscribe to Amazon Prime, come March you’ll be able to see Tim Gunn and former “Project Runway” host Heidi Klum in a new series that is very similar. It’s called “Making the Cut,” and 12 designers will compete in three different cities across the globe to build a “global brand.”

According to Deadline.com, “Each week, two episodes will debut, and the winning ‘look’ of each episode will be available for purchase on Amazon (each look will go for under $100) immediately after the show in 200 territories where the series will be available.”

So if you see something you like on the show, buying it will be as simple as clicking “add to cart” on Amazon.com. Also, the winning designer will take home $1 million “to invest in their brand” and the opportunity to create an exclusive line available on Amazon Fashion.

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Heidi Klum Photo coutesy of Depositphotos

Joining Klum and Gunn as judges will be actress Nicole Richie, model Naomi Campbell and designer Joseph Altuzarra. “Making the Cut” debuts March 27 on Amazon Prime.

Q: Is there really going to be a remake of “Walker, Texas Ranger”?

If so, will Chuck Norris be in it at all? -- P.T. A: Yes, like many series and movies these days, a “reboot” is in the works for “Walker, Texas Ranger.”

Jared Padalecki (“Supernatural”) will begin filming the first episode in Austin, Texas, this spring for the CW Network. The original series aired for eight years on CBS. As of yet there has been no announcement of Norris being part of the regular cast or making a guest appearance, so you’ll just have to stay tuned. (c) 2020 King Features Synd., Inc.

Once upon a time in the mythical kingdom of Las Vegas, superstars’ names lit up the Vegas Strip in neon lights. Stars like Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., Elvis Presley, Prince, Wayne Newton, Tom Jones and Barbra Streisand, and the great comics like Redd Foxx, Phyllis Diller, Totie Fields and Rich Little. Sinatra left us at age 82 in 1998, Dean Martin at 78 in 1995, Sammy Davis 64 in 1990, Elvis 42 in 1977 and Prince 57 in 2016. Great stars such as Rich Little, 81, Wayne Newton, 77, Tom Jones, 79, and Barbra Streisand, 77, hardly appear anymore.

They have been replaced by pop singers, classic-rock acts and country superstars: Santana, Jan. 22Feb. 1; Foreigner, Jan. 24-Feb. 1; Van Morrison, Jan. 31-Feb. 8; The Doobie Brothers, Feb. 7-22; Chicago, Feb. 28-March 14. The singers include Keith Urban, January-November; Shania Twain, March 13-28; Gwen Stefani, Feb. 7-22; Mariah Carey, Feb. 14-29; Christina Aguilera, Feb. 27-March 7; Rod Stewart, March 6-21; Kelly Clarkson, April 1-11; Lady Gaga, April 30-May 16; Sting, May 22-June 6; and showgirl replacements in RuPaul’s Drag Race Live, Jan. 30-Aug. 1.

Once I drove from Los Angeles to Las Vegas, across the desert, during 100 degree heat, in July 1969, for Elvis Presley’s grand opening in Vegas. He gave the most spell-binding show ever seen to this day. But you couldn’t get close

Elvis Presley in Las Vegas Photo by Tony Rizzo

to Elvis because he had six or eight guys called The Memphis Mafia who were his bodyguards and surrounded him wherever he went.

I knew his chauffeur, and one night I tore a $100 bill in half and gave it to him, saying he could have the other half if he’d let me know when Elvis was going somewhere without his bodyguards. I returned to L.A., and five days later he called and promised me that The King was going on a secret date that Saturday, alone. I drove across the desert again, without air conditioning, and arrived at the secret exit, which was like a “Star Wars” location without windows and doors. I gave him the other half of the $100 and waited for Elvis.

Earlier at his press conference, I had asked Elvis, “As the survivor of twins, some of your closest friends say you act like one twin on stage and the other off stage, can you comment?” He was stunned and offered, “I’ve often wondered about that!” My frontpage Vegas newspaper story read, “Elvis Presley, One Man or Two People.”

When he finally came out, I asked to photograph him and he said, “Great story man, I really liked it!” I was thrilled. They’ll never be a Vegas like that again! (c) 2019 King Features Synd., Inc.

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The Big Broadway Sing-A-Long Too! Desert Theatreworks presents an evening of Dinner and Song at the Indio Performing Arts Center

If you’ve always wanted to sing out loud from the audience at a Broadway musical but don’t want to be on stage, now’s your chance. Led by a talented group of singers, the audience will be belting out classic tunes (from your seat) from Chicago, Wicked, Waitress, West Side Story, The Sound of Music and many more.

The Big Broadway Singalong too is a charity even benefiting Desert Theatreworks’ Kidsworks educational programing. This special event features a catered dinner, silent auction and raffle. Don’t miss this fabulous evening featuring the wonderful, the incredible Palm Springs Gay Men’s Chorus

along with over 50 talented singers and a live accompanist! Attendees are encouraged to wear their Red Carpet best!

The dinner menu includes Main Dish: Beef Bourguignon; Vegan Bourguignon; or Roasted Chicken with a fresh herb marinade. Side Dishes: Roasted Rosemary Potatoes; Vegetable Medley; Garden Salad; and Bread Rolls.

The Big Broadway Sing-A-Long Too takes place on Saturday, February 1 at 6 p.m. The Indio Performing Arts Center is located at 45175 Fargo Street in Indio. For more information, call 760-9801455 or visit dtworks.org.

Jerry Mathers, ‘The Beaver’ to be Guest Artist at CVRep Luminary Luncheon Get the behind-the-scene details from one of the most beloved television actors Coachella Valley Repertory has announced that Jerry Mathers, “The Beaver” will be the Guest Artist at their upcoming Luminary Luncheon to be held at the Agua Caliente Casino and Resort in Rancho Mirage on Tuesday, January 28 at 11:30 a.m.

Radio host Dan McGrath will be conducting the interview followed by a Q&A with the

audience.

Tickets are $55 and can be purchased only through CVRep. To purchase tickets by phone or for additional information call 760-2962966 or visit cvrep. org. Box office hours are Monday-Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and 2 hours prior to performance.

CVRep is located at 68510 E. Palm Canyon Drive in Cathedral City.

1. Heat oven to 350 F. Spray an 8-by-8-inch cake pan with butterflavored cooking spray.

Chocolate Mayo Snack Cake • 1 1/2 cups cake flour • Sugar substitute to equal 3/4 cup sugar, suitable for baking • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa • 1 teaspoon baking powder • 1 teaspoon baking soda • 3/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce • 1/2 cup water • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract • 1 cup fat-free whipped topping • 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips

2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar substitute, cocoa, baking powder and baking soda. Add mayonnaise, applesauce, water and vanilla extract. Mix well to combine. Spread batter into prepared cake pan.

3. Bake for 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Place cake pan on a wire rack and allow to cool completely.

Evenly spread whipped topping over cooled cake and sprinkle chocolate chips evenly over top.

Freezes well. Serves 8.

Each serving equals 163 calories, 3g fat, 3g protein, 31g carb., 394mg sodium, 1g fiber; Diabetic Exchanges: 1 1/2 Starch, 1/2 Fat. (c) 2020 King Features Syndicate, Inc.

Healthy French Toast • 2 large egg whites • 1 large egg • 3/4 cup(s) low-fat (1%) milk • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract • Salt • 2 teaspoons margarine or butter • 8 slices firm whole-wheat bread • Maple syrup (optional) 1. Heat oven to 200 F. In pie plate, with whisk, beat egg whites, egg, milk, vanilla and 1/2 teaspoon salt until blended. In 12-inch nonstick skillet, on medium heat, melt 1 teaspoon margarine.

2. Dip bread slices, one at a time, in egg mixture, pressing bread lightly to coat both sides well.

Place 3 or 4 slices in skillet, and cook 6 to 8 minutes or until lightly browned on both sides.

3. Transfer French toast to cookie sheet; keep warm in oven. Repeat with remaining margarine, bread slices and egg mixture. Serve French toast with maple syrup and berries or other fruit, if you like. Makes 4 servings. (c) 2020 Hearst Communications, Inc. All rights reserved

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Crossword Answer

WordSearch Answer

Sudoku Answer

Hocus-Focus Answers

Brain Teaser Answer

1. Button is added. 2. Straw is moved. 3. Pillow is different.

4. Hair is different. 5. Knob is moved. 6. Sleeve is shorter.

A tooth!

Hitori Answer

TRIVIA ANSWERS 1. Hawaii and Alaska

5. A small, wild cat

8. Jupiter

2. Cunningham

6. One vote short of the necessary twothirds majority to convict

9. Zechariah

7. “All the king’s horses and all the king’s men/ Couldn’t put Humpty together again.”

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3. Watery part of milk that remains after cheese curds have formed 4. A 7-10 split

AccessVA: One Portal to Rule Them All Tired of remembering all the usernames and passwords you need to do things online? The Department of Veterans Affairs has created a one-door portal to access all the VA-related places you need to be with only one set of sign-on information to remember.

AccessVA is a new single-entry portal to VA websites and online applications. The list of locations is long and growing. At this point it includes veteran patient state-

ments, life insurance online policy access, My HealtheVet, veterans ID card, community care referrals and authorization, and much more. If you already have government approved sign on with DS logon, ID.me, VA lLogon, My HealtheVet and more, those will work with AccessVA. If you want to sign up in multiple places, you only have to do it once. Some of the locations might require additional registration to get started, but that will be made clear at the beginning.

If you’re already enrolled in Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS), you’ll be good to go. There might be a security requirement and a need for a higher level of credential if, for example, you’re a doctor who needs to access patient records.

To learn more, go online to ac-

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cess.va.gov/accessva. Click on About AccessVA. You’ll find information on updating your information (phone numbers and links), the level of credential you’ll need, the different levels of security and a FAQ. Does this process sound complicated? It really isn’t. One of the biggest benefits of AccessVA is the need for just one set of credentials, your username and password. Having multiple sets means you’re more likely to write them down, which makes it more likely that scammers and thieves can access your information. With two small pieces of information to remember, your info is safer.

Start with the FAQ and if you need assistance, call the eBenefits helpdesk at 800-983-0937. (c) 2020 King Features Synd., Inc.

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State law also requires that contractors include their license number on all advertising. you can check the status of your licensed contractors at www.cslb.ca.gov or 1-800-321-CSLB. Unlicensed contractors taking jobs that total less than $500 must state in their advertisements that are not licensed by the contractors state licensed board.

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