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  • Coronavirus

    Untangling the testing process: With state shortage, who is getting tested and how

    COVID-19, or coronavirus, testing has been slow and frustrating. Here's what you need to know about how it works. 

    By Sam Stockard, Jane Roberts March 18, 2020
  • Coronavirus

    Governor likely to declare small business emergency

    Gov. Bill Lee outlined an assistance plan Tuesday to help people survive the crisis financially and is expected to declare a small business emergency so companies can obtain federal loans to stay afloat.

    By Sam Stockard March 17, 2020
  • Elections

    Candidates pull petitions for August election

    Candidates are filing petitions for August election ballot.

    By Bill Dries March 17, 2020
  • Sports

    Laird Veatch outlines Tiger athletic steps during coronavirus pandemic

    U of M Athletic Director Laird Veatch outlined the steps the university is taking for athletes as all adjust to life under the coronavirus pandemic

    By Jonah Jordan March 17, 2020
  • City of Memphis

    What the city’s state of emergency means

    The declaration doesn't close any businesses or force the cancellation of any events at this point. Strickland says it unlocks federal assistance to the city and allows the city to make quick buys of emergency equipment and supplies. 

    By Bill Dries March 18, 2020
  • Business

    Local small businesses could get help through state disaster loans

    Small businesses in Memphis may soon be receiving assistance from the U.S. Small Business Administration in the form of Economic Injury Disaster loans due to the COVID-19 pandemic. 

    By Omer Yusuf March 17, 2020
  • Business

    FedEx details China comeback in otherwise cloudy earnings outlook

    FedEx reported earnings for the December-February quarter on Tuesday, March 17, amid widespread uncertainty about coronavirus impact on future.

    By Wayne Risher March 18, 2020
  • Food

    Rendezvous shuts its dining room; caterers suffering as events cancel

    The Rendezvous suspends eat-in service for now; caterers take big hit as events are canceled across the city.

    By Jennifer Biggs March 17, 2020
  • High School Sports

    TSSAA delays decision on state tournaments, keeps options open

    TSSAA board of control votes to keep options open for state basketball tournaments and Spring Fling.

    By John Varlas March 17, 2020
  • Business

    Updated: Huge shipment of donated COVID-19 test kits, masks moves through Memphis

    Chinese billionaire Jack Ma's donation of coronavirus test kits and masks to the U.S. was handled at Memphis International Airport, with a little help from FedEx.

    By Wayne Risher March 18, 2020
  • Public Safety

    Two corrections center inmates tested for COVID-19

    Two inmates at the Shelby County Divisions of Corrections are isolated after viral infection. They are being tested for COVID-19. 

    By Yolanda Jones March 18, 2020
  • LIVE Coronavirus

    Coronavirus daily blog, March 17: Strickland declares state of emergency; third local case confirmed

    The state reports the total number of confirmed cases in Tennessee is 73, and a third Shelby County case has also been reported. That individual is isolated at home and did not contract it in Shelby County.

    By The Daily Memphian Staff March 20, 2020
  • The Early Word

    The Early Word: A Tigers documentary, nursing homes on alert, and cancellations

    It's Tuesday, March 17, and also St. Patrick's Day. Our daily Live Coronavirus Blog lists a lot of cancellations, but while grocery stores worry about supplies, there's still takeout. And will Memphis in May need a new month this year?

    By Andrew A. Smith March 17, 2020
  • City of Memphis

    Workshops for City Council grants to be rescheduled

    This week was to have been a critical point in the grant process, with grant-writing and administration workshops that are required for getting a grant from the City Council.

    By Bill Dries March 17, 2020
  • State Government

    Governor to expedite scaled-back budget for early recess, long layoff

    Reacting to the national coronavirus pandemic, Gov. Bill Lee will present an “adjusted” budget by Wednesday containing funds to respond to the COVID-19 crisis and mid-state tornado victims as lawmakers hoped to take a recess of at least two months.

    By Sam Stockard March 16, 2020
  • City of Memphis

    Memphis In May schedule remains up in the air

    So far, organizers of the month-long festival say they are sticking with the May schedule but more talks are to come with the city.

    By Bill Dries March 17, 2020
  • Coronavirus

    What you need to know about coronavirus

    We've rounded up answers to questions, such as: Is coronavirus a serious threat or just media hype? What if I think I have COVID-19? Can my pet get the virus? Why are people hoarding toilet paper?

    By Beth Gooch March 16, 2020
  • Public Safety

    Hearing over police consent decree canceled

    A hearing scheduled for Tuesday, March 17, over Memphis Police compliance with a consent decree has been canceled because of the coronavirus.

    By Yolanda Jones March 16, 2020
  • Health Care

    Senior facilities care for those most vulnerable to COVID-19

    Area senior care facilities are taking added precautions to protect some of the most vulnerable from the coronavirus.

    By Abigail Warren March 17, 2020
  • Coronavirus

    Strickland: Drive-thru testing soon, Memphis in May could move to summer or fall

    Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland discusses drive-thru testing, Memphis In May and a legal order that might allow him to close businesses that flout CDC guidelines on COVID-19.

    By Bill Dries March 17, 2020
  • Memphis Grizzlies

    If NBA resumes, don’t assume games with fans in FedExForum

    The NBA is bracing for a longer shutdown due to the coronavirus, sources telling ESPN resuming play in June might be a best-case scenario. 

    By Don Wade March 17, 2020
  • Memphis Tigers Basketball

    Memphis basketball’s season is over. What now?

    Coronavirus has slowed the coaching movement around the country and sent players home for what could be the rest of the semester. 

    By Drew Hill March 17, 2020
  • Coronavirus

    Legislature to pass short-term budget and vacate premises

    House and Senate leaders reached an agreement Monday for the Legislature’s schedule, likely entailing an early, temporary adjournment for 60 days out of concern for COVID-19, according to sources.

    By Sam Stockard March 17, 2020
  • Coronavirus

    State has only 500 coronavirus tests available

    Tennessee has tested less than 300 people in the past two weeks; 'There aren't enough kits,' local doctor says

    By Bill Dries, Sam Stockard March 16, 2020
  • Business

    Grocers adjust to COVID-19 pandemic

    Numerous grocers are adjusting their hours and increasing cleaning efforts to protect customers and employees from COVID-19. 

    By Omer Yusuf March 17, 2020

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