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Tidbits of Coachella Valley

• Tidbits Sizes Up Some Odd Measurements (pg 1) • • Fascinating Food Facts (one in a series): Twinkies (pg 2) • • • Made Up Measurements (pg 5) // Everyday Cheapskate: The True Value of Simple Time- and Money-Saving Tips (pg 4) // Celebrity Extra: Zooey Deschanel // Recipes: Creamy Ranch Dressing • Sliced Citrus Topped with Lemon-Lime Syrup (pg 7) // Casey's Corner: Till Dog Do Your Part (pg 9) // Senior News Line: Who Really Controls Your Smart Devices? (pg 10) // Your Social Security: Inspector General's Report Causes Confusion for Widows (pg 11) // To Your Good Health: Fact or Artifact? (pg 12) // Veterans Post: VA Chief Shulkin's Excellent Adventure (pg 12) // The Savvy Senior: Could You Have Diabetes? (pg 13) // Antique or Junque: Flower Frog Jumps out at Collectors (pg 14)