On Wednesday afternoon Krista Miller was the guest of honor at a reception held at the Oasis Senior Center in Lincoln.

After more than five years of serving the seniors at the Oasis, Miller has tendered her resignation. During the reception she said that she is leaving as an employee, but she will still be around a lot, attending several senior activities and enjoying the lasting friendships she has made in the last five years.

Photo by Nila Smith
 

US and Iran prepare for ceasefire talks as Netanyahu authorizes negotiations with Lebanon

Displaced families extend their hands while waiting for donated food beside the tents they use as shelters after fleeing Israeli bombardment in southern Lebanon, in Beirut, Lebanon, Thursday, April 9, 2026.                  
                                      
(AP Photo/Emilio Morenatti)                  [click on picture for larger image] 

Brittiney Riggins, RN, was recently named as March Colleague of the Month for Lincoln Memorial Hospital.

Riggins’ selection was based on nominations from colleagues who consistently observe her dedication to patient safety, her adaptability in fast-paced care environments and her capacity to deliver compassionate care under pressure.

“Brittiney is a team player who is always willing to help any patient or peer,” one nominator wrote. “She is quick to respond to patient safety needs and shows an amazing amount of patience, grace and understanding with both patients and staff.”

Riggins has worked for Memorial Health since 2024.

The Colleague of the Month award celebrates Memorial Health colleagues who exemplify excellence in their roles and embody the organization's mission, vision and values.

Photo by Kara Slating/Memorial Health
 

Dave Chappelle helps keep Ohio radio station rooted in hometown with restored building

Comedian Dave Chappelle, center, takes part in a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new studio for WYSO Public Radio at a building in Yellow Springs, Ohio, on Thursday, April 9, 2026.            
                                 
(AP Photo/Jonathan Landrum)                     [click on picture for larger image]

McIlroy atop Masters leaderboard again, while DeChambeau and Rahm will have to fight to make the cut

Rory McIlroy, of Northern Ireland, hits from the fairway on the 15th hole during the first round of the Masters golf tournament at the Augusta National Golf Club, Thursday, April 9, 2026, in Augusta, Ga.                     

(AP Photo/David J. Phillip)                     [click on picture for larger image]