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Local watchdog and activist Joe B. Kent, who regularly harshly criticized local politicians, officials, and organizations at public meetings, died at age 63. 

Today’s puzzle features an historic photo from the construction of the Downtown trolley line. Jodie Vance provided the photo.

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Kendra Lawler and her wife, Claudia, and their two teenagers spent the entire first week of July bringing their food truck, The Neon Crave, to as many events as possible.

The Dragons — ranked first in the Daily Memphian preseason Dandy Dozen and fifth in the state in Class 6A — had planned on roaring out of the gate like the storm that pushed Saturday’s scheduled kickoff back 90 minutes.

Fire Chief John Selberg released a statement Saturday. It was the first time he’d spoken out since being placed on leave Aug. 10 and retiring Aug. 20.

MLGW officials estimate power won’t be restored until Thursday, and are asking residents to conserve water by not watering lawns or washing cars.

A chancellor’s ruling could lead to fifth season of eligibility for Tigers baseball player. 

While the Native Plant Palooza at the Lichterman Nature Center on Saturday was a fun family outing, it also doubled as a chance for folks to issue warnings about the importance of native plants to the area.

In this recipe, a sauteed mixture of corn and tomatoes is served atop a bed of creamy rice grits for a tasty side dish or a vegetarian main.

The “Behind the Headlines” interview with the Republican nominee for the 9th Congressional District also covered Taylor’s support for limiting birthright citizenship, war in Iran, the economy, the Epstein files and whether President Donald Trump won the 2020 election.

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Today’s puzzle features participants in the sixth annual Major Taylor Juneteenth Freedom Ride. The photo was provided courtesy of the Major Taylor Memphis Bicycle Club. 

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Impressive wins for Bartlett and Central, among others, in Week 1.

The Mustangs left no doubt Friday night, bullying the Devils 40-6 in front of a raucous crowd.

The Jaguars return two interceptions for touchdowns — and seal the game with a third pick — to finish off a gutsy group of Lynx.

All nine Redbirds bats tally hit, bullpen shuts out Jumbo Shrimp in Friday’s home game.

“We’re investing in our creatives,” the director of the City of Memphis’ Office of Creative and Cultural Economy said. “The artists that are featured, they’re paid for their time.”

As motorists park, Metropolis’ system identifies their license plates and tracks parking using surveillance technologies. 

Lakeland is considering using some of the additional funds form the four TIFs in the suburb to lower sanitation costs.

The Grizzlies are hosting a team garage sale at FedExForum. This year, there are some niche items for sale.

A sudden personnel change at Holy Rosary Catholic School has sparked outrage, a petition with hundreds of signatures and a demonstration by parents demanding answers from the Catholic Diocese of Memphis.

Mark Baranauskas, also known as “Mark Danger,” died in Memphis this week at age 47. He was one of the litigants in an ongoing lawsuit threatening the future of legendary Ardent Studios.