FedEx Corp. says it will load up a cargo airplane with 76 tons of medical aid for Ukrainian refugees for a flight destined for Poland. The cargo, a donation from the Memphis-based shipping giant, is scheduled to leave Memphis International Airport on Saturday.
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What you need to know about changes to COVID-19 vaccine distribution in Shelby County Corinne S Kennedy and Samuel Hardiman, Memphis Commercial Appeal
Vaccine expert anticipates vaccine distribution to improve, despite rough start
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As the city of Memphis assumes control of the COVID-19 vaccination process in Shelby County, city officials said the transition has so far been seamless and, for now, residents will not need to do anything differently to get access to the vaccine.
Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland said on Thursday morning, Memphis Fire Department personnel transported more than 6,000 vaccine doses to eight sites for distribution, including two sites specifically for teachers.