There are 1048 article(s) tagged coronavirus:

• March 2020

  • Coronavirus daily blog: Avoid crowds of 50, CDC says

    Confirmed cases

    Tennessee

    39

    Shelby County

    2

    • Shelby County Schools closing district office
    • Public urged to avoid council meeting
    • Some Walmart stores adjust hours
    • Libraries, community centers to close
    • YMCA branches to remain open
    • Germantown Animal Shelter revises policy
    • One Kroger store affected

    By The Daily Memphian Staff March 30, 2020

  • Coronavirus daily blog, March 9: Baptist patient improving

    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 20, 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

  • 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

  • Calkins: There was a Selection Sunday show! (Brought to you by Owen, a 9-year-old boy with autism)

    Owen Dowdle, 9, is a boy on the autism spectrum whose whole life revolves around sports. He couldn't bear the absence of a Selection Sunday show — so he broadcast one himself. 

    By Geoff Calkins March 15, 2020

  • American Queen suspends sailing until April 12 because of coronavirus

    American Queen Steamboat Company suspends all cruises until April 12, nixing planned March 15 departure of American Queen on Memphis-to-New Orleans cruise.

    By Wayne Risher March 15, 2020

  • Health Dept.: Local cases traveled to New Orleans together

    The two cases of coronavirus in Shelby County were contracted after Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans.

    By Abigail Warren March 14, 2020

  • Tigers, Grizzlies security guard faces life without sports

    Terrence Miller will have to dip into his savings to pay the bills now that events inside FedExForum are off. But he is one of the lucky ones. 

    By Drew Hill March 14, 2020