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
 

Ceasefire in the Iran war teeters in the face of disagreements over Lebanon and the Strait of Hormuz

Ali, 4, holds a toy horse next to the tent his family uses as a shelter after fleeing Israeli bombardment in southern Lebanon, in Beirut, Lebanon, Wednesday, April 8, 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
 

You aren't the only one who just sits in the car before or after a long day

A driver sits in his car in an empty parking lot in Calama, Chile, Friday, April 14, 2023.            
                                 
(AP Photo/Rodrigo Abd, File)                     [click on picture for larger image]

Masters in bloom: More than azaleas and dogwood make up golf's most beautiful garden

Azalea backdrop Sungjae Im, of South Korea, as he chips onto the green on the16th hole during a practice round ahead of the Masters golf tournament at the Augusta National Golf Club, Tuesday, April 7, 2026, in Augusta, Ga.                    

(AP Photo/Matt Slocum, File)                      [click on picture for larger image]