Today our pink shirt picture for the Lincoln Daily News Paint the Paper Pink campaign features staff at the Community Action Partnership of Central Illinois in Lincoln. This is a group of people who understand that times are tough for a lot of people, and sometimes folks need a little help to get through that tough time.

When you are diagnosed with cancer, your “routine” is going to go out the window. Nothing will be normal during your battle. The things you did at work and at home are going to become a struggle to get through. But, you will find you have people in your corner who want to help you through this tough time. Let them. They do it not out of pity but out of love and they want to help. They need to help and you need them.

Don’t battle cancer alone and just know that all of us are pulling for you and want you to succeed..

LDN
 

Hurricane Isaias is expected to get stronger on its way to Florida, Alabama and Mississippi coasts

This GOES-19 GeoColor satellite image provided by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and taken at 4:57 p.m. EDT, Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026, shows Tropical Storm Simon, bottom center, in the Pacific Ocean, off the southwestern coast of Mexico, and Tropical Storm Isaias, upper right, east of Mexico in the Gulf of Mexico.                                       
                                      
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Karen Hawkins, an emergency medical technician and unit secretary in Emergency Services at Lincoln Memorial Hospital (LMH), has been named September Colleague of the Month.

Hawkins, who joined LMH in July 2025, is recognized for her willingness to assist whenever needed and her positive approach to every task.

Her nominator highlighted the compassion Hawkins shows patients and colleagues during challenging situations. Her sense of humor and upbeat demeanor also help encourage colleagues during demanding shifts.

“Karen’s compassion and caring nature truly set her apart,” wrote the nominator. “She is deeply empathetic toward patients and colleagues alike, providing support in some of the most challenging situations.”

Hawkins also seeks opportunities to learn new skills and expand her knowledge so she can better serve patients and support team performance.

The Colleague of the Month award recognizes Memorial Health team members who exemplify the organization’s mission, vision and values through exceptional service, compassion and commitment to patients, families and colleagues.

PHOTO: Kara Slating/Memorial Health
 

Trump's $90 Medicare rebate rolls out, but millions aren't eligible. Critics see a political stunt

A Medicare Advantage PPO card rests on top of a Medicare card in Portland, Ore., June 10, 2024.                                                        
                                
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Jo Adell and José Ramírez star as the Guardians beat the White Sox 9-3 to avoid elimination

Cleveland Guardians' José Ramírez, left, celebrates after scoring on a fielder's choice by Chase DeLauter during the fifth inning in Game 3 of baseball's American League Division Series against the Chicago White Sox Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026, in Chicago.                    
                                  
(AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)                     [click on picture for larger image]