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    MPD urges self-reporting of minor accidents

    Residents are asked to exchange names, addresses, insurance information, tag numbers and phone numbers and take pictures of the damage. They can then call it in to a precinct or the traffic office:

    By Yolanda Jones April 08, 2020
  • State Government

    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.

    By Sam Stockard April 01, 2020
  • Coronavirus

    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.

    By The Daily Memphian Staff April 02, 2020
  • Metro

    Help available for hospitality workers, musicians

    There's help available for out-of-work restaurant and hotel employees as well as musicians and other artists.

    By Jennifer Biggs April 06, 2020
  • Coronavirus

    Suburban chambers open, ready to help local businesses

    The Chamber of Commerce organizations in each of Shelby County's suburban municipalities are focused on helping members weather the storm during the coronavirus pandemic.

    By Michael Waddell April 01, 2020
  • Metro

    Building permit filed for Whitehaven Starbucks

    The permit, filed Tuesday, March 31, is valued at $525,000.

    By Elle Perry April 01, 2020
  • Education

    School board met privately to discuss coronavirus issues

    The meeting behind (virtual) closed doors appears to violate a state statute governing how public business should be conducted, according to a letter sent to the Shelby County Schools district from a lawyer representing Chalkbeat.

    By Jacinthia Jones, Laura Faith Kebede April 01, 2020
  • The Early Word

    The Early Word: Parks get quiet; DMC to help fend off ‘permanent’ closures

    It's April Fools' Day, but we are not bringing the jokes. Instead, we've got thoughts on the "after" life, why local officials should be giving us more specifics about virus outbreaks, and even the Grizz. 

    By Mary Cashiola April 01, 2020
  • City of Memphis

    Health Department allows golf; Memphis does not

    The Health Department made public some social-distancing guidelines that golf courses should follow if they want to operate. But the eight public courses in the City of Memphis will remain closed.

    By Tom Bailey April 01, 2020
  • Health Care

    Clusters of infection, testing are concerns as virus spreads

    Heat map shows where positives are clustered now based on where the victims live. A version coming will show outbreaks based on workplace addresses.

    By Jane Roberts April 01, 2020
  • Coronavirus

    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.

    By The Daily Memphian Staff April 01, 2020
  • Education

    Woods changes course on leaving school board

    Shelby County Schools board member Kevin Woods has changed his mind about not seeking another term.

    By Bill Dries April 01, 2020
  • State Government

    Governor not encouraging Mississippi, Arkansas COVID-19 restrictions

    Gov. Bill Lee hasn’t asked Mississippi and Arkansas governors to declare “safer at home” guidelines even though their residents could carry COVID-19 back and forth into Shelby County, which has more than 400 cases.

    By Sam Stockard April 01, 2020
  • State Government

    Parkinson, Coley urge stronger action by governor

    State Reps. Antonio Parkinson and Jim Coley say Gov. Bill Lee needs to take more "decisive" action to stop the spread of COVID-19.

    By Sam Stockard March 31, 2020
  • North Memphis

    Tami Sawyer among those getting retested for COVID-19 after delays

    Up to 30 people who have been tested for COVID-19 at Christ Community Health Services have seen their results delayed, including County Commissioner Tami Sawyer. 

    By Omer Yusuf April 01, 2020
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    Virtual match aims to recreate the passion of 901 FC

    Podcast host and local radio personality come together bring "nice distraction" for local soccer fans on Wednesday morning.

    By John Varlas March 31, 2020
  • City of Memphis

    Spring fever and COVID-19 concerns meet in parks

    Rain Tuesday morning helped decrease the crowds in some parks after the city also closed some roads into and through city parks. The parks remain open but are battling sunshine and pandemic cabin fever to moderate the crowds. And planners are working on life after COVID-19 at Tom Lee Park.

    By Bill Dries April 01, 2020
  • Transportation & Logistics

    FedEx tacks on COVID-19 surcharges to international shipments

    FedEx said it will implement surcharges on international shipments effective April 6, due to limited cargo capacity, particularly in Asia.

    By Wayne Risher March 31, 2020
  • Premium Sports

    Penny Hardaway optimistic about recruiting and returns for next season

    It might feel like "Groundhog Day" right now, but when it's finally over, Penny Hardaway is optimistic about the Tigers' future.

    By Drew Hill March 31, 2020
  • Coronavirus

    Community grieves death of Second Presbyterian pastor

    Tim Russell, assistant pastor to middle adults at Second Presbyterian Church in Memphis, died from complications of COVID-19. Friends reflected on the legacy he left and his impact on their lives.

    By Abigail Warren April 01, 2020
  • Shelby County

    Shelby County committee meetings are now electronic only

    Shelby County Commission committee meetings Wednesday, April 1, will be accessible remotely. Here's how to follow along.

    By Linda A. Moore March 31, 2020
  • North Memphis

    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. 

    By Tom Bailey April 04, 2020
  • Education

    Tennessee begins taking school voucher applications

    Even as the new education voucher program is mired in a court battle and public schools may lose more funding if the coronavirus pandemic causes a recession, the state education department is accepting applications through April 29 via an online site. 

    By Marta W. Aldrich March 31, 2020
  • Metro

    City limiting park access

    The city is limiting access to public parks, including closing Riverside Drive by Tom Lee Park, as well as roads near other parks. 

    By The Daily Memphian Staff March 31, 2020
  • The Early Word

    The Early Word: Surge predictions, suburban layoffs, and a local company cleans up

    It's Tuesday, March 31, and today, we're talking about building temporary hospitals to accommodate Shelby County's coming coronavirus surge, the latest news about the news, and waffles. 

    By Mary Cashiola March 31, 2020

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