‘We are afraid:’ Doctors worry about strain on hospitals, need to protect children
“The ERs are inundated,” said Dr. Shailesh Patel. “If we do not change course, we are headed to our darkest hours, our darkest days.”
Local ICU capacity expected to be ‘severely stressed,’ ER wait times up
Within days, the Memphis-Shelby County COVID-19 Task Force is expected to announce plans for how the local health care system will handle a number of coronavirus cases expected to surpass last winter’s peak.
Grizzlies notebook: Summer league rookies play, vets sit
The Memphis Grizzlies lost, 90-75, to the Sacramento Kings, in a game where Ziaire Williams and Santi Aldama played, and Desmond Bane, Xavier Tillman Sr., John Konchar and Killian Tillie did not.
Emergency responders look for ways to help lessen COVID strain on the system
Memphis Fire Department Director Gina Sweat is asking the public to do three things — get vaccinated, wear a mask and social distance. In addition to COVID, car crashes have added to system stress.
Larry Brown, recently recovered from COVID, excited about five-star big man Jalen Duren
The Hall of Fame coach compared Jalen Duren to NBA All-Star Shawn Kemp.
Herrington: From anti-mask to ‘exceptionalism,’ a two-front schools battle our kids don’t need
Our schools: A two-front political battlefield our kids didn’t ask for and really don’t need right now. Education shouldn’t be conscription, especially in the service of others’ political ambitions.
Gonerfest joins Mempho in adding COVID restrictions
With the Delta variant spiking local COVID rates, will tougher, more restrictive measures at venues and festivals become more common in Memphis?
About Town: Why Memphis is looking to ban new gas stations in certain areas
Gas stations and used-tire shops don’t appear to fit with the city’s long-range development plan for at least 21 commercial districts in Memphis.
Bartlett maker of vinyl records plans expansion, including into Memphis
Memphis Record Pressing LLC credits the resurgent popularity of vinyl records for its plans to expand in Bartlett and Memphis.
Some suburban districts show highest proficiency rates in Tennessee
Five of the Shelby County suburban districts saw some of the top achievements in results for TCAP, the state-mandated testing.
Key takeaways from SCS’ standardized testing results
SCS’ standardized testing data revealed the district’s weaknesses and gaps, widened by COVID-induced learning disruptions.
Nurse practitioners fight supervisory restrictions, say they could treat more patients
In 24 states, nurse practitioners are allowed to practice independently, without supervision by physicians. During the pandemic, 15 other states loosened restrictions to give them more autonomy.
Different reasons drive decision to be vaccinated at pop-up event
About 25 people were vaccinated at the event Thursday. In recent months, the City of Memphis has hosted various community pop-up in ZIP codes with lower vaccination rates to increase uptake as part of a more door-to-door approach.
Battle of the robots: Memphis’ Chopsticks vs. Boston’s Stretch
Dextrous Robotics is a Memphis startup. Boston Dynamics has been making attention-getting robots for 29 years. Which firm has designed the better robot to unload bulk packages from truck trailers and shipping containers?
Cheers for Beers: Sure, it’s a restaurant, but Boscos is also a brewery
Boscos might be a full-service restaurant and bar, but it’s also a brewery and, even more, it was the first new one to open in Tennessee since the repeal of Prohibition.
Census numbers show little change in county’s population, demographics
The data will help determine how districts are drawn for the Tennessee General Assembly and Congressional districts as well as the Shelby County Commission and the Memphis City Council.
Conaway: Pretty much nothing happened. And pretty much everything.
Spouses and children and grandchildren and family histories — and genes — join us at table in spirit and stories and challenges. Just some guys ... talking about nothing and everything.
Tigers use competition to forge new offensive line
Tigers offensive line coach Jim Bridge is counting on position battles improving the overall work ethic of his group.
Metro
The Early Word: Longtime Macy’s to close; plus, what’s closed for snow
MSCS board member proposes an alternative to firing Feagins, Taylor lays out his case against Mulroy and Coach Jenkins calls an ill-timed timeout.
City of Memphis Here are Memphis’ snow plans and what’s closed Friday
Business
Longtime Memphis law firms start new year with merger
A Memphis law firm with expertise in estate planning and trusts will join forces with one well-versed in real estate, corporate, and labor and employment law.
Premium Food News Food Files: Primas Bakery wants Memphians to know it hasn’t closed
Sports
Calkins: Sure, Taylor Jenkins screwed up. But that’s not what you should worry about.
Taylor Jenkins took the blame for the loss. It was nice of him to say. But the Grizzlies real problem may be their inability to handle the best in the West.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies players won’t let coach take blame for Rockets loss
Food
TikTok ban — and local cookie entrepreneur’s case — go before Supreme Court Friday
“We are being asked to be present so that these court justices can ... put faces to creators and stop seeing this as so much of a battle about data breaches of state information,” said Chloe Sexton of Chloe’s Giant Cookies.
Suburbs
Anatomy of a winter closing: What goes into canceling classes
Way before the weather rolls in, Memphis-area school leaders are already considering the numerous factors that might lead them to close schools. Related content: MSCS, suburban districts cancel Friday class ahead of winter storm Here are Memphis’ snow plans and what’s closed Friday Where to sled: Memphis-area ideas — just don’t listen to Ron Olson
Arts & Culture
Photo Gallery: Happy birthday Elvis! Fans gather to celebrate the King’s 90th
The event included a cake cutting and the annual proclamation of Elvis Presley Day.
Opinion
Hill: Believe now? Zach Edey is (still) the rightful ROTY favorite
“Before the doubts about his NBA potential loudened, Rookie of the Year contender Zach Edey was in the gym three times a day preparing for his professional opportunity.”
Podcasts
Grizzlies podcast: Jaren Jackson Jr.'s leap, ROTY race, injuries and trades
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss Jaren Jackson Jr.’s recent run of scoring dominance, the Grizzlies’ two Rookie of the Year potentials, and Ja Morant and GG Jackson injury updates.
Games
Word Search: Happy birthday, Elvis!
Can you solve this week’s word search?