COVID-19 Task Force: ‘Being older than 55 is a risk factor in itself’
Epidemiology chief David Sweat said the "vast majority" of deaths are patients age 55 and older.
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June 2020
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MATA bus driver tests positive for coronavirus
The driver is the fifth MATA employee and third bus driver to test positive for COVID-19.
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How the Memphis Medical District is coping during the shutdown
MMDC’s President Tommy Pacello talks about the group’s effort to support small businesses, residents in need, and future development on this week’s Extra Podcast.
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State to inject $200M into small businesses forced to close in pandemic
The Department of Revenue will look at the sales taxes reported by businesses statewide and prepare to make payments ranging from $2,500 for the smallest to $30,000 for the largest ones, as the state distributes federal CARES Act funds.
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Report: NBA return will feature advantage-based play-in model
The currently No. 8-seeded Grizzlies need to hold a four game lead in the playoff race to avoid a play-in scenario.
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Mayor extends Phase 2; health official says city’s not ready for Phase 3
Shelby County Health Department reported 190 new cases, the largest increase since April 24. “As things are now, based on the trends that we see now ... I do not think we can move into Phase 3 right now,” health officer Dr. Bruce Randolph said.
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Strickland makes pitch to test 30,000 people a day
People could expect to be tested several times a month at work if employers sign on.
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Doctors warn of serious late-virus reaction in children
Of the more than 350 children in Shelby County who have tested positive for COVID-19, a tiny handful have developed what appears to be a form of Kawasaki disease, the autoimmune disease that causes blood vessels to inflame. Symptoms include persistent high fever and abdominal pain.
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Shelby Co. adds 120+ coronavirus cases
Shelby County added more than 120 new coronavirus cases Monday, June 1. The state has not yet reported its new cases for the day.
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Congregations gather again, and it’s a little different
Ridgeway Baptist Church reopened Sunday morning, and about 130 of the flock attended.
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May 2020
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Tenn. exceeds 23,000 coronavirus cases
The county reports a total of 5,003 confirmed coronavirus cases since the first case was reported in early March. The Shelby County Health Department reports 3,442 people have recovered. A total of 23,006 people have tested positive for coronavirus in Tennessee.
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Politics Podcast: The return to the familiar
A short podcast this week brings updates on several political topics, as non-COVID issues began to move back into prominence and an uneasy coexistence with the pandemic.
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Coronavirus live blog, May 29: Shelby County confirms 90 new cases as testing drops
The daily positive rate of 8.8% means the daily rate has increased for five consecutive days.
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The ones we’ve lost: Area sees 100 local COVID-19 deaths and counting
The death count is dramatically lower than early warnings, but no less tragic, as coronavirus precautions left many victims to die alone, isolated from their spouses and children, dear friends and clergy.
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Metal Museum announces phased reopening
All classes and special events are cancelled until further notice.
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How cases are growing in Shelby County and Tennessee
Here's how cases are growing in the county and in the state.
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Local and state coronavirus cases, tests and recoveries
How Shelby County compares to the rest of Tennessee.
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Coronavirus live blog, May 28: State hits 400,000 coronavirus tests
”That means 6% of our population has stepped forward and asked for a test and received one,” Gov. Lee said during his press briefing.
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Local COVID-19 cases rise; YMCA expands free child care for essential workers
Currently, the YMCA is operating 18 child care programs locally for 700 children, said Jerry Martin, YMCA of Memphis and the Mid-South CEO. Once the program begins, that number increases to 41 and up to 3,000 children.
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Coronavirus live blog, May 10: Flyover set for Tuesday afternoon
The Tennessee Air National Guard has scheduled a statewide “Salute to Healthcare Heroes” flyover on Tuesday, May 12. A C-17 cargo plane based at the 164th Air Lift Wing at Memphis International Airport is scheduled to soar over the Memphis area from 2.to 2:15 p.m.
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Coronavirus live blog, May 12: Executive order on permits and health care workers extended
Gov. Bill Lee extended continuation of a previous executive order to boost social distancing efforts. It maintains extended deadlines for motor vehicles and handgun permits and encourages working from home.
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State hits 400,000 coronavirus tests
”That means 6% of our population has stepped forward and asked for a test and received one,” Lee said during his press briefing.
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Shelby County Sheriff’s Office announces court reopening plan
The Shelby County Sheriff's Office Thursday announced a reopening plan for courthouses that have been closed since mid-March because of COVID-19.
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Watch Gov. Bill Lee’s press briefing
Gov. Bill Lee’s coronavirus press briefing is scheduled for 3 p.m.
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As the NBA plans a path forward, does the league have it in for the Grizzlies?
As the NBA looks at a variety of plans to return to the court, the Memphis Grizzlies path to the playoffs has a lot of different scenarios -- some good; some not rewarding the team for its regular-season performance so far.
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