Coronavirus live blog, April 28: Watch interview with Shantelle Leatherwood
The CEO of Christ Community Health Services discusses her organization's response to the COVID-19 crisis.
City gets $113.6 million share of CARES Act federal funding
The money is to help businesses and communities get back on their feet from the economic blow that has accompanied the COVID-19 pandemic. But the city is still searching for new federal funding proposals that could be used to make up for more than $100 million in revenue losses the city is expected to take in the economic shutdown.
Regional One Health cuts salaries, other costs in COVID crisis
Regional One Health has cut pay by 10% for all salaried workers, including executives and the doctors and nurses caring for COVID-19 patients, as it tries to navigate a financial crisis without furloughs.
Methodist cuts executive pay, furloughs staff
Methodist said efforts to reduce expenses were made to minimize the impact on employees, and that some have taken voluntary furloughs. The cuts are temporary.
First phase reopening plans include restaurants, retail and elective surgery
The mayors of Shelby County and all seven of its cities and towns have agreed on a plan for reopening businesses after 14 days of a stable or declining number of confirmed COVID-19 cases. But the math isn’t as simple as counting the numbers of cases and marking off days on a calendar.
Herrington: When will Memphis reopen? Memphis never closed
The past month has meant navigating a matrix of official restrictions and individual decisions, and so will the many months — maybe years — to come.
Clergy across several faiths issue unified response to pandemic
Assembled by Church Health Center's Dr. G. Scott Morris, leaders of several large local faith communities, across various religions, drafted a single statement in response to COVID-19 and the reopening of Shelby County.
Las Tortugas reopens Germantown Road location
Tortas and tacos and elote — oh my! Las Tortugas reopened for curbside and delivery, at the Germantown Road location only.
Governor: Resuming restrictions not ‘off the table’
Gov. Bill Lee refused Monday to rule out a renewal of his “safer at home” order in case COVID-19 cases surge again as people return to restaurants, stores and jobs this week.
Testing in Shelby County drops as new cases fall
While cases dropped sharply Tuesday, Shelby County also reported its second lowest testing daily total in the past 10 days.
Calkins: A rational, bipartisan plan to reopen Memphis and Shelby County? Why are some of you mad?
Area mayors outlined a "Back-to-business" framework Monday. The framework did not include a definite starting date — and that's a good thing.
Memphis Tigers Notebook: Changes in recruiting and looking ahead to 2021
The Tigers continue to find success in recruiting despite the coronavirus pandemic.
Prep notes: Former Gryphon swimmer honored with Mizzou’s top award
Former St. George's star Sarah Thompson continuing to excel in the pool and in the classroom.
Live at the Garden announces cancellation
Organizers with Memphis Botanic Garden have announced the cancellation of their 20th annual "Live at the Garden" concert series.
FedEx, BigCommerce looking to help small companies grow online business
FedEx announced a new alliance with BigCommerce, a rival of Shopify, to help small and medium-sized businesses sell goods online.
Businesses preparing for reopening soon
As Shelby County and its municipalities begin moving toward a gradual reopening of businesses, many are already in the process of making changes as they prepare to resume operations.
Comptroller sees problems with Burgess request on tax relief
The state comptroller's office says any authorization to modify property assessments must come from the Tennessee General Assembly.
Room service with a flair takes flight at Westin during pandemic
Room service was never so varied as the Westin Beale Street's dinner offering during the COVID-19 pandemic. Guests can get meals delivered to their rooms free from eight restaurants.
Dogwood cell tower receives final approval in virtual meeting
Germantown aldermen gave final approval for a long debated cell tower. The tower will be placed at Dogwood School
Face mask resolution, COVID-19 council fund and Tillman Cove on council agenda
The mask resolution was proposed as a rule requiring all within the city to wear coverings of some kind before some council members questioned how it could be enforced.
Floied’s sign douses all doubt: Fire extinguishers sold here
"Trade signs" are more expensive and take longer to make, but they instantly communicate what a business does or makes.
Nelson: Memphis Massacre or Riot? What a difference a word makes
One reason riots and massacres can be hard to tell apart is that they usually begin and end in roughly the same way. It’s what happens in between that tells the tale.
Metro
City makes claims about Nichols, family in new court filing
The claims add a new twist to the $550 million civil rights lawsuit that Nichols’ mother, RowVaughn Wells, and his estate have filed against the City of Memphis following Nichols’ 2023 beating and death at the hands of five now-former Memphis Police Department officers.
Public Safety Man accused of citywide shooting spree will go to trial next summer
Business
FedEx lays off hundreds across three cities, including Memphis
The cuts this week are likely the result of the company’s massive work to merge its Express, Ground and FedEx Services divisions.
Downtown Downtown Malco Theater to be fenced in with conditions
Sports
Friday football report: Houston, Collierville set for Class 6A quarterfinal rematch
Ladeadrick James’ touchdown lifts Mustangs over Bartlett while the Dragons blank Germantown.Related content:
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Food
Memphian wins 2024 World Food Championship division
Eight Memphians were among the 288 teams competing at this year’s World Food Championships; division winners take home $10,000 and a chance to compete for $150,000 in the spring.
Suburbs
Bailey: A tour around the suburbs
Honors and ground breaking for Buc-cee’s highlight a week of touring around the suburbs for news.
Arts & Culture
Pompeii exhibit gives glimpse into ‘time capsule’
Casts created in hollowed-out spaces of volcanic ash and other artifacts from the frozen city of Pompeii, which was destroyed in the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D., are on display at Graceland starting this week.
Opinion
Herrington: Warriors a tough matchup for Grizzlies, but also a model
Friday night in San Francisco, the Grizzlies will complete their first West Coast road trip against a team that’s so far had even more success this season with a similar approach: the Golden State Warriors.
Podcasts
Tigers Podcast: Football’s senior day, basketball’s second-half magic
How will this Memphis football season be remembered if the final two regular season games play out in the Tigers’ favor? Can the Tigers’ basketball team continue to pull of their second-half magic? Drew Hill, Frank Bonner II and Parth Upadhyaya discuss.