Coronavirus daily blog, March 17: Strickland declares state of emergency; third local case confirmed
Alem Worku signals down the line as volunteers gather in groups of 10 to work an assembly line on March 17, 2020, at the Midsouth Food Bank warehouse, where they were putting together 14-day food kits for needy families in Memphis. The Food Bank is trying to assemble 50,000 kits consisting of 25 pounds of canned vegetables, canned fruit, peanut butter, oatmeal and rice to feed families that may be forced into isolation by COVID-19. (Jim Weber/Daily Memphian)
Crystal Dannell picks up a few snacks during a busy day at the CashSaver in Midtown on March, 12, 2020 where there were some shortages on cleaning wipes and disinfectant as customers fearful of COVID-19 try to stock up. Dannell has been visiting her brother, who suffers from leukemia, at the hospital and was asked to take extra precautions while out. (Jim Weber/Daily Memphian)
Pork kebabs and lamb chops are favorites at the annual Greek Festival at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church. This year's fest has been postponed. (Jim Weber/Daily Memphian file)
A red wine and vodka-based cocktail dubbed “Yummy as Hell” was created by The Second Line’s Sam Hendricks. The restaurant is temporarily closed but considering a takeout option. (Patrick Lantrip/Daily Memphian file)
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.