Lee: Surge is coming, could overwhelm state’s health care system
Gov. Bill Lee warned lawmakers Wednesday the COVID-19 crisis is expected to “surge” in two to four weeks, putting a heavy burden on the state’s health care system.
County’s first COVID-19 victim: Family, church mourn retired UTHSC administrator
Kenneth Bradshaw “never gave up, never gave in, always gave back.”
Coronavirus live blog, April 1: Marshall Co. Schools suspends meal plan
Health Department medical director Dr. Bruce Randolph said 5,506 have been tested, with 9% positive.
Calkins: Dan Spector was Shelby County’s death number 3 — and a whole lot more
Dan Spector died Tuesday of COVID-19. He loved the Tigers, Judaism, politics, Midtown, newspapers, the arts — and a brilliant white flower that bloomed just one night a year.
Highland Row sells for $65 million
A California-based private real estate investment and development company has bought the mixed-use development two blocks west of the University of Memphis.
Memphis media double down on coronavirus despite financial headwinds
A 25% staffing cut at Memphis’ daily print newspaper and alternative weekly's plan to go biweekly are among temporary fixes for falling media revenues, amid sky-high demand for local news.
Roll, Kruger, roll: Memphis plant churns out the TP
The giant plant makes more than 1 million rolls of toilet paper a day and it's figured out a way to increase production even more.
Waters: Health officials pushing pastors to keep pews empty
The pressure to move all church gatherings online has set off a tense debate about whether canceling on-site services is an act of faith or a betrayal of it.
Muddy’s Bake Shop, Memphis’ happiest place, closes for now
Muddy’s Bake Shop closes for now, for the safety of employees and customers, during the COVID-19 crisis. And everyone came out for the ‘best worst day ever.’
Officer at county juvenile detention center tests positive for COVID-19, commissioner says
County commissioner says officer at juvenile detention center tested positive for COVID-19.
Calkins: My friend tested positive for COVID-19 — but she went all over Memphis first
You want to know why you should take social distancing seriously? Meet a nurse I know. She lives in Memphis. She tested positive for COVID-19. And y'all just might have crossed paths before the test results came back.
Thursday filing deadline for August ballot includes last-minute surprises
Five incumbents could effectively win re-election at Thursday's noon deadline, but that's not a sure thing for most of them. And eight of the 16 seats in the Shelby County delegation to Nashville on the Aug. 6 ballot will likely be decided with the primaries as the winners run unopposed in the November general election.
Baseball lifers eager for game to return
Detroit Tigers coach Dave Clark is "power walking" and watching "Designated Survivor." Redbirds manager Ben Johnson is an "Ozark" fan and giving "Tiger King" a try as they wait for baseball to begin.
Memphis kindness live blog, April 1: Collierville neighbors roll up their sleeves
Across the Memphis area, people are reaching out to others with gestures of kindness and generosity.
Boyle buys four Highwoods office buildings
Boyle Investment Co. has purchased four of the city’s premier office buildings in East Memphis as seller Highwoods Properties continues to divest itself from Memphis.
Second case at Carriage Court raised red flag; facility refused to issue public notice
Assisted-living and nursing home facilities are on high alert after coronavirus outbreaks at Carriage Court in Memphis and a more widespread cluster at a Gallatin center.
Mid-South Food Bank, Salvation Army answer crisis with food giveaways
The Mid-South Food Bank and Salvation Army organized mobile food pantries to give back to hungry Memphians.
Thousands, not hundreds, should be tested daily for COVID-19, expert says
Expanded testing and continued social distancing are necessary to slow the spread of the coronavirus, experts told Shelby County Commissioners.
Future of Germantown Country Club anybody’s guess after developer pulls out
While an Arizona developer's decision to pull out of plans to purchase the Germantown Country Club property has some hoping the city might re-enter the picture, at least one alderman thinks that's unlikely.
Just the start: Assessing Penny Hardaway’s offseason comments
Penny Hardaway hinted at some offseason developments Tuesday, but there is a lot that can change between then and the end of April.
Proposed sick leave bank for Shelby County employees approved by commission committee
Shelby County employees would be able to deposit and withdraw paid sick days from a sick leave bank.
Metro
‘The Brave One': Sarla Nichols turned dying into living
Friends and family are remembering longtime yoga studio owner Sarla Nichols, who passed away over the Memorial Day weekend.
CBU to start earlier, end fall semester by Thanksgiving
Business
Clark Tower’s ownership is changing, tenants told
In-Rel Properties said in an email that the East Memphis landmark will change ownership due to the outcome of a legal case.
Construction, insurance principals combine on new venture
Sports
Limited Tiger football athletes to return to campus June 6
University of Memphis athletes will begin coming back to campus on June 6 as another step is taken to a return of college sports in some fashion.
Lausanne star Moussa Cisse reclassifying to Class of 2020
Food
New Eats: Mississippi Terrace
Mississippi Terrace has opened in Bass Pro Shops at The Pyramid, offering plenty of outdoor seating and a nice view with a snack and cocktail.
Suburbs
Collierville proposing flat tax rate for 2020-21 budget
Despite a decrease in sales tax revenue, Collierville is proposing a flat property tax rate. The tax rate will remain at $1.83 per $100 of assessed property value.
Neighborhoods
Immaculate Conception Cathedral School ends its high school program
The school was unable to withstand the impact of a world pandemic, economic recession and competition from other schools.
Arts & Culture
Tori’s Story: LGBTQ rapper reclaims her identities
She may not be the world's best rapper, says Tori WhoDat, but she tries to be "true and honest, letting everything I do be led with love and showing respect.”
Opinion
$450M for Memphis founder: We need to compare TVA vs. MISO power costs
To date, four independent studies – including one also financed by MLGW – have come to the same conclusion that if Memphis would leave TVA and join MISO, the city could save up to $450 million a year.
Podcasts
How Stax Museum will reopen – Executive Director Jeff Kollath joins Eric Barnes on the Extra Podcast
The head of the Stax Museum talks about plans for reopening — and contemplates when live music and events will happen again.
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