There are 1333 article(s) tagged coronavirus:

• March 2020

  • Coronavirus daily blog, March 16: SCS extends closure to April 6

    Confirmed cases

    Tennessee

    52

    Shelby County

    2

    • Tunica casinos close temporarily
    • Catholic Diocese of Memphis decree cancels Eucharist celebration, excuses people from mass
    • U of M may postpone spring graduation 
    • Dow experiences worst day since 1987
    • Gov. urges all Tennessee schools to close

    By The Daily Memphian Staff March 20, 2020

  • Coronavirus daily blog, March 17: Strickland declares state of emergency; third local case confirmed

    The state reports the total number of confirmed cases in Tennessee is 73, and a third Shelby County case has also been reported. That individual is isolated at home and did not contract it in Shelby County.

    By The Daily Memphian Staff March 20, 2020

  • ‘Sobering details': Kevin Durant tests positive as NBA reevaluates

    As Kevin Durant and three other Brooklyn Nets test positive for COVID-19, the NBA Board of Governors hears from a former U.S. surgeon general on the "grim potential impact" of coronavirus. 

    By Don Wade March 17, 2020

  • TSSAA delays decision on state tournaments, keeps options open

    TSSAA board of control votes to keep options open for state basketball tournaments and Spring Fling.

    By John Varlas March 17, 2020

  • Memphis In May schedule remains up in the air

    So far, organizers of the month-long festival say they are sticking with the May schedule but more talks are to come with the city.

    By Bill Dries March 17, 2020

  • Laird Veatch outlines Tiger athletic steps during coronavirus pandemic

    U of M Athletic Director Laird Veatch outlined the steps the university is taking for athletes as all adjust to life under the coronavirus pandemic

    By Jonah Jordan March 17, 2020

  • If NBA resumes, don’t assume games with fans in FedExForum

    The NBA is bracing for a longer shutdown due to the coronavirus, sources telling ESPN resuming play in June might be a best-case scenario. 

    By Don Wade March 17, 2020

  • Closings, vacancies accelerate as Memphis tourism braces for downturn

    It's eerily quiet at Memphis area hotels and tourist attractions as coronavirus precautions expand and visitors cancel travel plans.

    By Wayne Risher March 17, 2020

  • Strickland: Drive-thru testing soon, Memphis in May could move to summer or fall

    Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland discusses drive-thru testing, Memphis In May and a legal order that might allow him to close businesses that flout CDC guidelines on COVID-19.

    By Bill Dries March 17, 2020

  • Workshops for City Council grants to be rescheduled

    This week was to have been a critical point in the grant process, with grant-writing and administration workshops that are required for getting a grant from the City Council.

    By Bill Dries March 17, 2020

  • What you need to know about coronavirus

    We've rounded up answers to questions, such as: Is coronavirus a serious threat or just media hype? What if I think I have COVID-19? Can my pet get the virus? Why are people hoarding toilet paper?

    By Beth Gooch March 16, 2020

  • State has only 500 coronavirus tests available

    Tennessee has tested less than 300 people in the past two weeks; 'There aren't enough kits,' local doctor says

    By Bill Dries, Sam Stockard March 16, 2020

  • Pandemic’s toll could come into focus in FedEx earnings

    Analysts aren't sure yet how much impact coronavirus will have on FedEx third quarter earnings, scheduled for reporting Tuesday, but some believe the company should be prepared for long-term fallout.

    By Wayne Risher March 16, 2020

  • City Council chair urges public to stay home

    Editor’s note: Due to the serious public health implications associated with COVID-19, The Daily Memphian is making our coronavirus coverage accessible to all readers — no subscription needed.

    By The Daily Memphian Staff March 16, 2020