Local reaction falls along party lines
The response reflects Memphis’ Democratic majority that supported Biden, as well as statewide totals that gave Trump Tennessee.
Omer Yusuf
Reporter
Omer Yusuf covers Bartlett and North Memphis neighborhoods for The Daily Memphian. He also analyzes COVID-19 data each week. Omer is a former Jackson Sun reporter and University of Memphis graduate.
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November 2020
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Coronavirus COVID-19 positivity rate, hospitalizations increase in Shelby County
From Oct. 24 to Saturday, Nov. 7, the Shelby County Health Department reported an average of 225 new coronavirus cases and 2,840 test results a day with a 7.9% positivity rate.
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Coronavirus Shelby County reports 17 new COVID-19 cases, 1 death
Overall, the Health Department has reported 39,048 total coronavirus cases and 583 deaths, classifying 36,049 cases as inactive/recovered.
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Elections Sedgwick unsure whether she will challenge election results
A little more than 16 hours later, incumbent Bartlett Alderwoman Paula Sedgwick has not decided whether to challenge last night’s results in an election she likely lost by 61 votes against challenger Kevin Quinn.
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Elections Quinn ousts Sedgwick in Bartlett race for Alderman Position 6
Challenger Kevin Quinn defeated incumbent Bartlett alderwoman Paula Sedgwick by a mere 61 votes in the suburb’s only contested alderman race, according to unofficial totals from the Shelby County Election Commission.
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Suburban turnout slows during midday
In the eastern suburbs, two 0ld fire trucks were driving along Poplar Pike with Sherrie Hicks signs. A pickup truck with Trump flags was driving down Poplar Avenue in Collierville.
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No lines, no waiting at Bartlett Baptist Church
There were no lines at Bartlett Baptist Church around 11 a.m. Tuesday even as the weather warmed above 60 degrees.
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October 2020
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Coronavirus Shelby County COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations trending upward
From Oct. 17 to Saturday, Oct. 31, the Shelby County Health Department reported an average of 268 new cases and 3,715 tests a day with a 7.2% positivity rate.
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Coronavirus Shelby County reports 284 new COVID-19 cases, 2 deaths
Overall, the Shelby County Health Department has reported 37,764 coronavirus cases and 573 deaths, classifying 34,273 cases as inactive/recovered. Active cases in Shelby County stand at 2,918, an increase from the 2,887 reported Friday.
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Elections Bartlett aldermen candidates differ on approach to role
The decision voters are weighing is whether they want a new voice on the Bartlett Board of Mayor and Aldermen or to keep the current group in place for at least another two years.
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Shelby County Some suburban leaders change course amid rising COVID-19 numbers
Mayors are concerned about rising cases, with at least one, Bartlett Mayor Keith McDonald, joining the call of local health officials for a statewide mask mandate.
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Coronavirus Shelby County reports 414 new COVID-19 cases as testing numbers rise
This is the highest single-day total since the 664 new cases reported Aug. 1. The Health Department has reported at least 200 new COVID-19 cases seven days in a row.
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Elections Pandemic puts a twist on suburban candidates’ campaigns
Traditional campaigns are no longer the norm in 2020 as each candidate tries to find creative ways to get their message out to voters.
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Coronavirus New COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations rising in Shelby County
From Oct. 10 to Saturday, Oct. 24, the Shelby County Health Department recorded a daily average of 213 new coronavirus cases and 3,326 tests results with a 6.4% positivity rate. The Health Department has reported at least 200 new cases seven days in a row, with the highpoint of 414 new cases on Saturday.
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Education Local charter network to allow some teachers and students back into classroom
If the initial plan is successful, FCS officials hope its full return to in-person learning mirrors Shelby County Schools, slated for January 2021.
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Coronavirus Health Dept.: ‘We have not canceled Halloween’
“If you choose to trick or treat, keep it to a family unit and make sure there is social distancing,” Shelby County Health Department Director Alisa Haushalter said.
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City of Memphis Raleigh’s newest community anchor springing into place
The Raleigh Springs Civic Center “unofficially” opened this spring when construction signs were removed following completion of the $45 million development’s initial phase. That included the 11-acre walking trail and lake, and a new skate park.
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Coronavirus COVID-19 transmission increases as cases and hospitalizations rise locally
From Oct. 3 to Saturday, Oct. 17, the Shelby County Health Department reported an average of 155 new coronavirus cases and 3,039 test results each day, yielding a 5.1% positivity rate.
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Coronavirus Shelby County reports 49 new COVID-19 cases, 2 deaths
Shelby County’s 49 new COVID-19 cases came from 907 test results, yielding a 5.4% positivity rate.
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Elections 2 candidates seeking elected office for first time in Bartlett race
Both incumbent Portia Tate and Brad Ratliff are running for elected office for the first time. The school board race between Ratliff and Tate is the only contested race this election cycle.
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Coronavirus New COVID-19 cases continue to decline, transmission rate stable countywide
From Sept. 26 to Saturday, Oct. 10, the Shelby County Health Department reported an average of 134 new coronavirus cases and 3,058 test results each day, yielding a 4.4% positivity rate.
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Coronavirus Shelby County reports 3 COVID-19 deaths, 146 new cases
Shelby County’s 146 new coronavirus cases came from 2,774 test results, yielding a 5.3% positivity rate. Test results are not reflective of the previous 24-hour period and include tests over multiple days.
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Elections Bartlett’s sole contested alderman race a classic political showdown
Alderwoman Paula Sedgwick is seeking a third consecutive term to Bartlett Board of Mayor and Aldermen. Newcomer Kevin Quinn is running his first political campaign, trying to unseat Sedgwick.
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North Memphis Frayser families to receive housing, utility assistance
The Frayser CDC recently received $450,000 in state CARES Act funds. Eligible families can use the money for housing costs and utility bills.
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Spirit of Memphis Cooper Young runners rev for fun
Even though the Cooper Young Festival was canceled this year due to coronavirus restrictions, the annual four-miler race went on.
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