Today’s puzzle is a photo of a hand-crafted wooden prayer cross that sits in the lobby of Saint Francis Hospital-Memphis taken by The Daily Memphian photographer Mark Weber.

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Also happening this week: Memphis Safe Task Force kicks off, and Civil Rights Museum opens redesigned Founders Park.

Memphis takes over the top spot in the American Conference with Sunday’s victory in Houston.

Here’s a look at the still-moving political developments in the federal intervention into Memphis’ crime problem.

The Memphis Tigers are 5-0 and inching closer to being ranked. 

It’s scary for the Memphis Tigers to think about what could be when running backs Greg Desrosiers Jr., who had 204 rushing yards in a win at Florida Atlantic, and Sutton Smith are both healthy.

Lowery was elected to the Memphis City Council in 1991 and was elected City Court Clerk in 2020. 

Delta Groove Yoga will close its Overton Square studio this weekend after 12 years, though its teacher training school will continue.

In detailing specifics of the Memphis Safe Task Force, Gov. Bill Lee didn’t dwell on the city’s crime rate. Instead, flanked by Mayor Paul Young and Police Chief C.J. Davis, he pledged that the crime reduction that could come would be lengthy and sustainable. 

With a focus on making quality tacos with prime meat, a couple has opened a new restaurant on U.S. 64 in Bartlett across from Wolfchase Galleria.

When Brandi De La Cruz was deciding what she wanted to do with her life, a career as a high school math teacher was not on her radar. She wanted to be the next Martha Stewart.

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Today’s jigsaw puzzle features a photo of workers building the Flyway observation desk taken by freelance photographer Brad Vest.

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Every day is a new beginning, and every year is a fresh start. That’s the larger message of the Jewish high holy days, which started this past week with Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, and continue for 10 days through Yom Kippur.

Ja Morant’s detour and subsequent late arrival in Asia were the precursor to what would become a wacky tour filled with unexpected twists and turns. Here are some of the best tidbits.

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Autumn officially started Sept. 22, but one day soon, we will all wake up to air that is so crisp and so clear that it blows all the way through our souls.

Quarterback Christian Peters comes up big as Arkansas-Pine Bluff rallies for a victory at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium.

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“The backdrop of Memphis football’s game against Florida Atlantic was never going to compare to last weekend’s against Arkansas. But make no mistake: This game was still a huge test. The Tigers passed with flying colors.”

Florida Atlantic kept the game interesting with a few explosive plays of its own, but Memphis pulled away with a 31-point fourth quarter for a 55-26 victory.

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Box score: Memphis 55, FAU 26

Facing what felt like a must-win situation after losing two weeks ago against Georgia, the Vols stayed alive for playoff consideration.

As Chambliss gains experience and confidence in coach Lane Kiffin’s up-tempo offense, the dual-threat QB is showing he can give fits to elite defenses in the SEC.

Each September, Cazateatro Bilingual Theatre Group celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with family-friendly music, dance, food and cultural activities.

While its cause is serious, Wifflestock isn’t. Welcome to the world of Wiffle ball for adults, where the players talk trash while raising money for the Ronald McDonald House.