Coronavirus live blog, April 22: Tenn. adds 448 cases, largest daily increase so far
Tennessee adds 448 cases, 9 deaths. The increase from yesterday is the state's largest daily rise in cases to date.
Local coronavirus case rate slowing down
In the past week, coronavirus cases in Shelby County increased by 25% — a 14% decrease from the previous week.
Extended ‘Safer at Home’ order inches city, county toward cautious re-opening
The extension of the order first issued more than a month ago was expected. The order has evolved since last month and there could be more changes to its conditions.
Burgess seeking state’s help on tax relief during pandemic
Assessor Melvin Burgess needs the authorization of the state to move forward with initiatives to ease the tax burden for home and business owners impacted by the coronavirus.
Grizzlies Notebook: Jaren Jackson Jr. Zooms, Niele Ivey jets and throwback games on tap
Jaren Jackson Jr. talks about training at home and what he's watching and the impact of now-former assistant coach Niele Ivey, who became Notre Dame's head coach on Wednesday.
State leaders figuring out how to spend $3.6B in federal stimulus funds
Tennessee leaders are trying to figure out how to spend $3.6 billion in federal COVID-19 funds, about half of which has arrived in the state as officials remain worried about tax revenue shortfalls and their impact on state and local budgets.
Hard-nosed but fair, Tom Nix created a lasting legacy at CBHS
Legendary CBHS football coach Tom Nix, who died on Wednesday, is remembered by his former players as a caring disciplinarian.
Former Memphis Tiger dies of COVID-19
Dennis Bradshaw, former quarterback at the University of Memphis, died Saturday of COVID-19 at the age of 62.
Preservation organization to plant native trees across Memphis
Neighborhood Preservation Inc., is celebrating Earth Day with a pledge to plant trees in vacant lots across Memphis.
$65,000 in forgivable loans approved for 13 Downtown businesses
The Center City Development Corp. has now approved about $200,000 in forgivable loans for 33 Downtown businesses.
TSWA all-state boys basketball teams announced
Thirteen Shelby County players honored among the state’s best for 2019-2020.
A fence of shipping containers deters theft, violates zoning
The owner of a Whitehaven tire and repair shop is searching for a way to store and protect his inventory from theft in a way that does not violate zoning.
Claybrooks ready to display speed in the NFL - no matter where he’s picked
Former Memphis cornerback Chris Claybrooks hopes "electrifying" play translates to an opportunity in the NFL. All he wants is a chance to show his value.
School construction postponed as Germantown grapples with financial effects of COVID-19
The Germantown Municipal School District is limiting general fund spending through the end of the fiscal year to combat reduced revenues streams.
Stryker, Wright Medical closing in on deadline for $5.4B deal
The clock is ticking on medical device maker Stryker's $30.75 a share offer to buy Memphis-grown Wright Medical and boost Stryker's position in the global orthopedic surgical products market.
Amid pandemic crisis, new bakery experiencing sweet success
Sugar Avenue bakery had a name and a website, but it took a crisis and a desire to do something happy to bring it to fruition.
MLGW’s got a once-in-a-generation shot at clean energy
We must not waste this unique opportunity to build a clean, prosperous energy economy by relying again on the same old dirty sources of power.
Metro
Federal judge recuses self from two more cases
The federal judge who formerly presided over the criminal case of the five former Memphis police officers charged in the death of Tyré Nichols has recused himself in more cases involving attorneys on the Nichols case.
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Business
Inked: Bartlett building sold, new storage facility planned
An Asian restaurant leased out the former King of Spuds location at 5376 Knight Arnold Road, and the new tenant plans to start work on the site in the coming months.
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Sports
Memphis basketball agrees to home-and-home series with Vanderbilt
The Tigers and Commodores have met 15 times. Most recently, Memphis beat Vanderbilt 77-75 at FedExForum on Dec. 23, 2023.
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Food
Kukuruku opens its third location in US — all of them in the Memphis area
Filipino fried chicken franchise Kukuruku — pronounced koo-koo-roo-koo — marinates its chicken in lechon, a spice blend traditionally used for roasting whole hogs.
Suburbs
Revamped Bartlett Public Library enjoying busy summer
Bartlett was the last of the six suburbs to leave the Memphis Public Libraries system. Eighteen months later, the building has been improved and programs upgraded.
Arts & Culture
Watch fireworks three days in a row, and turn it up to 41 with Spinal Tap
This week the Hi-Tone Cafe hosts a market with queer vendors and free hot dogs. Plus a couple of guys named Lee join forces with a Sheikholeslami for an art show at the Dixon Gallery & Gardens.
Opinion
Herrington: The Grizzlies worked fast in free agency. Could they be done?
An hour and eight minutes into free agency, the Grizzlies had reached four agreements and were one reported contract buyout away from having the 15-man roster the team could take into next season.
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.”