State basketball tournaments canceled for coronavirus
State basketball tournaments are latest cancellations with COVID-19.
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.
Calkins: A surreal ending for a surreal season
It was not the season Memphis basketball expected. It was an ending nobody will ever forget.
MLB spring training camps closed as Cardinals and Redbirds head home
From Memphis Redbirds principal owner Peter Freund, to Memphis manager Ben Johnson and St. Louis Cardinals coach Stubby Clapp, COVID-19 is now very real on a professional and personal level.
The party is over for Memphis basketball’s roller coaster season
The Memphis team that fought so hard for a chance to revive an unpredictable season will now never get the opportunity.
MLB to cease operations for at least a month; Memphis Redbirds impacted too
CBU’s baseball program was taking a hiatus and the Rhodes College season looked to be finished.
Memphis sports scene: suspensions, postponements, cancellations
The Memphis sports scene has been met with a wave of cancellations from schools and profession teams.
Suburban schools open ahead of spring break; private schools delay in-class instruction
Suburban schools will open Friday, but some private schools are already preparing for online classes for a few weeks.
Travel ban doesn’t apply to cargo, FedEx says
FedEx said it will continue cargo flights between Europe and the U.S. after confirming that President Trump's 30-day ban on travel doesn't apply to air freight.
Court system makes changes to address coronavirus concerns
Cher, America cancel Memphis performances, citing COVID-19 precaution
The legendary pop artists were participating in headlining tours scheduled at FedExForum and the Orpheum.
Grizzlies, NBA navigate uncertainty in wake of suspended season
At home and on the other side of the country, the Grizzlies are in the same position as the rest of the NBA: Still trying to figure things out.
Legislative leaders call for limiting Capitol visits as COVID-19 cases increase
With Gov. Bill Lee declaring a state of emergency, Republican legislative leaders are calling for limited visits to the Capitol complex in an effort to stem to spread of the coronavirus, though Democrats say more extensive steps should be taken.
Restaurateurs worry as business slows down amid coronavirus fears
Local restaurant owners worry that slow business could last longer than they can if fears of coronavirus keep people from dining out.
Infectious disease expert: Closings may be ‘genius move or an overreaction’
Testing should increase in the coming weeks, which will give infectious disease experts a better idea of how pervasive the virus is in Memphis-Shelby County.
Metro
D.C. Scorecard: The ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ and its many amendments
The D.C. Scorecard tracks the votes of Tennessee’s two U.S. senators on the spending bill and its several dozen amendments now bound for a House reconciliation process.
Premium Education MSCS recovers $55M in federal funding for building upgrades
Premium City of Memphis Trump taps familiar face for U.S. attorney of Western District
State Government Trump names Memphian to TVA board
Business
Flying for July Fourth? Here’s what to know about the Memphis airport
Memphis International Airport expects more than 59,000 travelers to pass through its TSA checkpoint during the July Fourth holiday travel period from July 1-7.
State Government Trump names Memphian to TVA board
Premium Health Care Outgoing leader navigated health department through turbulent times
free access Health Care Health department offering free HIV testing
Sports
Why Grizzlies free agent addition Ty Jerome could be big deal
Ty Jerome may not be Desmond Bane, but his production off the bench for Cleveland last season showed signs of serious potential. Related content:
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Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis basketball to host Southern Illinois, per report
High School Sports Daily Memphian’s sports staff wins three first places in state writing contest
Food
What to order: Turkey and dressing feeds the soul at The Four Way
The Four Way in South Memphis knows special-occasion food doesn’t have to be relegated to holidays and family gatherings.
Suburbs
Fire in the sky: Officials urge safety first with fireworks
While many people enjoy the sound and fury of fireworks around Independence Day, there are dangers associated with the firecrackers and Roman candles.
Arts & Culture
From GloRilla to Kane Brown, here are five must-see concerts coming to Memphis in July
A soul/punk trio from Baltimore, a Texas country singer-songwriter and top-selling rock acts from the late 1990s and early 2000s are coming to a stage near you in July.
Opinion
Buckley: Memphis Tigers coach feels like he’s working in the pros. Again.
“A decade after leaving the NFL, it’s basically as if the Memphis Tigers' Ryan Silverfield is back coaching professional football.”
Podcasts
Candidates ‘have the responsibility for turnout’
The Shelby County Election Commission chairman and the elections administrator talked about low voter turnout and election off year mechanics on “Behind The Headlines.”
Games
Jigsaw: Fresh ideas
This week’s jigsaw features a photo of a Memphian’s new take on a garden.