Sister Margaret and the Flying Nun | Lincoln News

Eighty-one-year-old Sister Margaret Buchta crushed it in the one-mile power walk, earning first place in her age group and proving age is just a number—especially when you’re training by walking hills and keeping up with high school students. Her brother, Deacon Bill Buchta, nicknamed “the flying nun,” joined her in spirit and action, competing in shot put, javelin, discus, softball throw, and even trying cornhole for the first time. The Buchta family’s love of competition runs deep—four siblings raced together last year, and this year Bill’s taking on multiple events, all thanks to his brother’s early encouragement. Meanwhile, 80-year-old Thomas Bisbee, the oldest powerlifter at the event, lifted weights alongside his daughter, reminding everyone that staying active is key: “if you don’t use it, it’s gone.” The Nebraska Senior Games aren’t about medals—they’re about fun, fitness, and family, with over 600 athletes from 21 states celebrating that competition never gets old. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/842d9227837756b6