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Here's a look at the top stories to start your Monday, March 3

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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Looking to start off your week catching up on headlines? Here's a look at the top stories from overnight.

Recovery ongoing in Middle Tennessee five years after March 3 tornadoes

Monday marks a somber day for many in Middle Tennessee marking the five year anniversary of the March 3, 2020 tornadoes.

25 people lost their lives when the series of tornadoes swept across the mid-state.

With egg prices on the rise, are backyard chickens the key to an affordable supply?

We've all seen the high price of eggs at the grocery store. In February, eggs hit an all-time high of $8.12 per dozen! And according to the USDA, prices could climb another 20% this year.

Right now, everyone's looking for ways to save, especially when it comes to eggs.

Elon Musk's DOGE website lists Nashville Social Security office among cuts

Elon Musk's efforts to slash federal spending may be taking aim at a Nashville office that serves thousands of retirees, people with disabilities and children who have lost parents.

The website for Musk's so-called Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) lists anticipated savings for the Social Security Administration to be achieved by closing an office in Nashville.

Tenn. mom invites son's organ recipients to do his favorite activity, dance

Here’s a beautiful story of how one mother turned her grief journey into a gathering of gratitude… and organ donation awareness.

Robb Coles highlights a special event organized by Cari Hollis – whose 26-year old son Austin died two years ago. Austin agreed to be an organ donor – and that single gesture saved multiple lives.

Cari reached out to as many recipients she could find – several of whom traveled to Nashville for an emotional celebration in Austin’s honor. One woman – whose life was saved by receiving Austin’s lungs – put it simply: “He’s my angel”.

- Rhori Johnston