Task force aims to test 1,000 a day, whether they can pay or not
Local health officials believe ramped-up testing is vital for lessening the current wave of coronavirus and the next one.
Questions about race and locations of COVID-19 outbreaks gain attention
“The goal isn’t so much to expand the volume of testing but the equity of testing, both demographically and geographically,” said Jenny Bartlett-Prescott, chief operating officer of Church Health who is leading the task force’s testing subgroup.
Coronavirus Live Blog, April 7: Tennessee at 4,138 cases, 72 deaths
Shelby County has 19 fatalities compared to 9 in Davidson County.
Local social distancing policies seem to be working; new surge estimates show fewer deaths
The computer model Tennessee and Shelby County are using to predict the surge in COVID-19 cases dramatically changed Monday, April 6, and for the better.
Local COVID-19 effort takes critical look at optimistic virus modeling
The city's chief operating officer says the model assumes 100% compliance, and that is "not realistic." Meanwhile, racial demographics are missing from local data on the virus as some are concerned areas historically underserved by health care may need more attention in the city's response to the virus.
Report: Amazon suspends plan to compete directly with FedEx, UPS
Amazon will suspend Amazon Shipping in June to focus on delivering its own packages. It had been testing a delivery service competing directly with FedEx and UPS in certain markets.
Avoiding crowds? There’s an app for that
A new, free app lets people share positive COVID-19 status and allows users to know within 24 hours if they have come in contact with another app user who tested positive.
Memphis kindness blog, April 7: Old Dominick produces hand sanitizer
Old Dominick has begun producing hand sanitizer at its Downtown distillery to help protect some most vulnerable to the coronavirus in the Memphis community.
Kemmons Wilson Cos. plans move into Downtown historic building
The old Spaghetti Warehouse property on West Huling will become home to the new corporate headquarters for the company that began Holiday Inns.
Slingshot Memphis attempts comprehensive approach to COVID-19 response
Slingshot Memphis' Knowledge Brief outlines specific needs for each of its community partners, in the wake of the global pandemic.
Governor touts federal help for small business payroll and self-employed
Gov. Bill Lee pushed a federal paycheck protection program Tuesday, April 7, for small businesses as well as relief for independent contractors who can qualify for unemployment during the COVID-19 pandemic, appearing to reverse or clarify his stance the previous day.
Sign of the Times: Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins on Zoom more than in the gym
If the NBA season returns, Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins will be “mindful” about the minutes of young stars such as Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr.
City Administration: No need for reserves, sales tax has cushion
Mayor Jim Strickland plans to keep his April 21 date to present his budget proposal for the new fiscal year to the city council as his administration evaluates the impact of the COVID-19 virus on sales tax revenues that finance some of the city's biggest construction projects.
ServiceMaster pest control unit offers business disinfection
Memphis-based pest control company Terminix Commercial says a new business cleaning service, Disinfectix Site Disinfecting Service, is an extension of cleanups it has done for years after pest clean-outs.
AutoZone suspends share buybacks, adds emergency time off for workers
Memphis-based auto parts retailer has added emergency time off benefit for employees, temporarily suspended share buybacks and restructured borrowing capabilities.
Racquet Club redevelopment stalls; acreage may shrink
And another residential subdivision is being proposed in Raleigh, this one comprising 11 lots near the intersection of James Road and Warford Street.
Tennessee Democratic Party to consider booting DeBerry off ballot
The Tennessee Democratic Party Executive Committee is set to vote Wednesday on whether remove Memphis state Rep. John DeBerry from the August primary ballot after a Memphis woman challenged his bonafide Democratic status.
Germantown finance commission endorses extending current budget
Germantown's finance commission will review the 2020-21 budget later in the summer. For now, the commission recommends aldermen adopt resolution continue under the current budget.
Metro
State lawmakers agree on animal protections, social media safety and more
In spite of the divisive legislation that may crop up in rows from January to April every year, Tennessee lawmakers actually agree on more than one may realize.
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Public Safety Police arrest suspect in South Memphis shooting
Business
Pool school: Mother-daughter team have taught kids to swim for decades
When she began offering swim lessons nearly 40 years ago, Holly Self had no idea she was starting a family legacy.
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Sports
Herrington: Keep it together or break it up? Grizzlies offseason decisions start at the ‘core.’
There have been a lot of whispers in recent weeks of the potential for major change on the Grizzlies roster this summer.
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Memphis Grizzlies GM Zach Kleiman dishes on Grizz big three, coaching search, young roster
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Food
Sound Bites: What’s planned for ‘Felicia’s 2.0’
Chef Felicia Willett-Schuchardt said Felicia Suzanne’s will offer signature dishes and Southern favorites.
Suburbs
Germantown to consider eliminating holiday decoration rules
Germantown will consider repealing its holiday decorations ordinance on Monday.
Arts & Culture
Lamar Sorrento paints world only way he knows how
“Some people, their goal in life is to be their authentic selves. Most people never get there,” said a longtime friend. “(Lamar Sorrento’s) gotten there and gone past it, I think.”
Opinion
Hutchinson: Beware of fake reviews
“About 30% of online reviews are fake and cost U.S. businesses nearly $152 billion per year in damaged reputations and lost revenue.”
Podcasts
Sound Bites: What’s planned for ‘Felicia’s 2.0’
Chef Felicia Willett-Schuchardt said Felicia Suzanne’s will offer signature dishes and Southern favorites.