In this week’s About Town, residents have begun moving into a sober recovery home in Cooper-Young, despite the fact that the City of Memphis said such a home violates zoning rules. And The Daily Memphian’s Geoff Calkins talks to FedEx’s Richard Smith about why Downtown is having a make-or-break moment. Plus, we get a glimpse into the mixed-use remake of Porter Junior High School.

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People in addiction recovery started moving into a controversial house in Cooper-Young this week, after city officials previously said the use as a recovery home violated zoning ordinances.

Calkins: As NBA season tips off, FedEx's Richard Smith says it's a 'desperate' moment for Downtown By Geoff Calkins

Old Porter Junior High moves toward makeover By Bill Dries

Maciel's latest is a taqueria, not tortas and tacos, and it's open By Joshua Carlucci

New Eats: Swagath brings more than a taste of India to East Memphis By Mary Cashiola

Downtown tourism tax dollars back after pandemic By Samuel Hardiman

$10 Deal: Cafe Eclectic's perfectly cooked sunny-side up eggs in Midtown Memphis By Joshua Carlucci

Contemporary Arts Memphis opens space for young artists By The Daily Memphian Staff

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