This opener at FedExForum was a show: The blend of athleticism, creativity and personality that marks NBA hoops at its most enjoyable.

After a season of misery, Memphis fans got everything they wanted in Saturday’s home opener. Including the return of Ja Morant, the debut of Yuki Kawamura — and an unexpected hero in a Hufflepuff shirt.

Memphis is now unbeaten in its last 12 matches after leading at halftime and will return home for the postseason to defend a 13-match unbeaten streak at AutoZone Park. 

Greater Memphis Chamber launched the event three years ago, and this was the biggest yet, with vendors including insurance companies, dessert shops and a representative of Whitehaven Plaza Shopping Center.

Seth Henigan’s record-breaking 91st touchdown throw was a ‘neat deal’ and helped the Tigers win a game that looked to be getting away. 

Sure there are plenty of comics to buy, including a first edition of “Superman,” but the event at Renasant Convention Center is mostly about costumes, fun and a chance to meet the creators of popular characters.

Quarterback Taylen Green threw five touchdown passes and ran for another score as Arkansas blew out Mississippi State 58-25.

Germantown Alderwoman Sherrie Hicks is completing her first term in Position 3 on the Board of Mayor and Aldermen, and is unopposed for reelection.

Jaxson Dart threw for 306 yards, and No. 18 Ole Miss used a big third quarter to beat Oklahoma Saturday.

A late touchdown and safety helps Memphis defeat Charlotte, 33-28.

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The senior saved two penalties in the shootout, and scored one herself, as Houston caps an undefeated season with its first championship since 2018.

Community Foundation for Greater Memphis and Junior Achievement of Memphis and the Mid-South announce additions to their staff.

Schools across the U.S. and in Memphis experienced skyrocketing rates of students missing a significant portion of the school year.

Are you ready for today’s puzzles? 

Gene Brady, 89, died in a single-car wreck last week. Maybe you didn’t know him. But if you’re lucky, you’ve known people like him. We could use more of them today.

Collierville’s Grant Troutman throws for one touchdown and runs for another while the Dragons’ defense shines.

The Grizzlies allowed Houston to score 56 points off second chances and turnovers in a disappointing showing on Friday night. 

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Lia Sanvee and state tournament MVP Allie Broadway score in the first half as the Eagles triumph over Lynx in girls soccer state championship match.

The airport is building a better understanding, one person at a time, on what it takes to expand and add cities. 

The Wraparound District 6 strategy, which received an initial $600,000 investment that will be managed by the School Seed Foundation, will address public safety, public health and public education in north Shelby County.

Need a Memphis first date idea? Kate Ashby’s two Cooper-Young restaurants fit the bill for posh but unfussy spots with approachable food. She’s the guest on this week’s “Sound Bites” dining podcast.

Glenn Rogers Sr. was the first Black Memphis Tigers football player. Now a street alongside Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium is named in his honor.

Six finalists will be interviewed in November by the Governor’s Council for Judicial Appointments, which will then select three finalists to submit to Gov. Bill Lee.

According to his personnel file, Ty Coleman was fired from a Texas animal shelter for inappropriate behavior, including “sexual acts occurring at the work-site.” Although suspended, he still receives his Memphis Animal Services pay of $120,000. 

The last weekend of early voting comes with the use of statewide campaign tours to boost candidates in district and statewide races.