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White House Easter Egg Roll returns after 2-year hiatus

WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House is hoping to stir up some “egg-citement” when the Easter Egg Roll returns Monday after a two-year, coronavirus-induced hiatus. FILE - President Joe Biden appears with first lady Jill Biden…

Missing wallaby found hiding in bush near zoo exhibit

The wallaby who went missing at the Memphis Zoo after storms passed through Tennessee this week has been found hiding — nearly in plain sight. Zoo spokesperson Jessica Faulk says Honey Bunch was hidden under a bush right behind the…

Debris pickup to begin in Jackson on April 18

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Nearly a month ago, strong winds came through the Hub City and left significant damage. In a few days, some of that left over debris will be picked up. If you have any tree limbs or tree…

Northside Assembly marks Good Friday

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local church celebrates Good Friday with a special service. Northside Assembly held a family-friendly service that includes worship, communion, and prayer. They met to remember the day Jesus willingly died by crucifixion as the ultimate…

Tennessee tree planting grants applications available

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee’s Community Tree Planting Program is accepting applications for a program that pays half the cost of public tree planting projects. According to a news release from the Agriculture Department, the grants can be used for…

Strong winds leave behind damage in Savannah

SAVANNAH, Tenn. -- One city is seeing the aftermath of Wednesday night's strong winds. "I can tell you it was the strongest winds I've ever been involved with outside of a tornado,"…

Mother, daughter arrested for allegedly threatening witness

TIPTONVILLE, Tenn. -- A mother and daughter have been arrested for allegedly threatening a witness. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation says in December of 2021, 50-year-old Willie Gates Jr. was arrested and charged in the shooting death of 57-year-old Jerry…

Memphis Zoo, police search for missing wallaby after storm

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Police and the Memphis Zoo are searching for a wallaby that was missing after heavy rain caused flooding inside an exhibit. The zoo said a creek in its KangaZoo exhibit overflowed during thunderstorms Wednesday, leading staff…

Mock crash shows dangers of distracted driving

DECATUR COUNTY, Tenn. -- Riverside High School partnered with the first responders of Decatur County to demonstrate the consequences of distracted driving. Decatur County Mayor Mike Creasy says he wants to make…

Freed-Hardeman holds 45th annual Makin' Music

HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Students at Freed-Hardeman University took the stage last Friday and Saturday for the 45th annual Makin' Music production. This marked Makin' Music's in-person return after going virtual in 2020 and 2021. The production showcases the talents…

Mr. and Miss FHU crowned for 2022

HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Students, staff and family members gathered at Lloyd Auditorium for the annual Mr. and Miss Freed-Hardeman University. "Today is a celebration of…

Lifeline, local organizations partner for Thursday blood drive

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Lifeline Blood Services has partnered with local organizations for a blood drive on Thursday. Lifeline Blood Services has partnered with the Jackson Equity Project, Jackson-Madison County African American Chamber of Commerce, and Brown's Creek District Association to…

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