A new concept called the Two Way Diner is under way for the Cooper-Young district, in the space that was once the Two Way Inn restaurant.

A $150,500 building permit application was recently filed with the city-county Office of Construction Code Enforcement for a renovation and addition to the existing building at 752 S. Cooper St., owned by Charlie Ryan of Central Cooper Gateway Inc.

2. Two Way Diner Files Permit for Location in Cooper-Young - Friday, December 07, 2012

A new concept called the Two Way Diner is under way for the Cooper-Young district, in the space that was once the Two Way Inn restaurant.

A $150,500 building permit application was recently filed with the city-county Office of Construction Code Enforcement for a renovation and addition to the existing building at 752 S. Cooper St., owned by Charlie Ryan of Central Cooper Gateway Inc.

3. Midtown Utopia - Monday, September 24, 2012

Of Memphis’ tales of humble beginnings, of which there are many, the fluctuating renaissance of the Cooper-Young neighborhood is certainly compelling throughout.

The area has cycled from its 19th century roots to 1970s crime and neglect to its present-day status as one of the largest historic districts in the Southeast, a magnet of all ages and walks of life. All thanks to individuals and organizations that wouldn’t settle for sub-par quality in their tiny town within the bustling Bluff City.

4. AA Concepts Files Permit Next to Urban Outfitters - Friday, July 13, 2012

Houston-based retailer AA Concepts Inc. will soon fill the space to the east of Urban Outfitters Inc. at the gateway to the Cooper-Young community in Midtown.

5. Cooper-Young Growth - Tuesday, March 06, 2012

When Bert Smythe decided to launch new restaurant concept Alchemy last summer in the Cooper-Young district, the 5,200-square-foot space formerly occupied by Grace and Au Fond Farmtable seemed about 25 percent larger than was needed.

6. Brand Strategy - Tuesday, April 05, 2011

It was two years ago at a Five Guys Burgers and Fries franchisee conference when license rights to Memphis were up for grabs.

Mark Moseley, director of franchising for the Lorton, Va.-based burger chain and friend of FedEx Corp. founder Fred Smith, approached Alabama franchisee Seth Hargett about putting together a package and asked him if he wanted Memphis.

7. Italian Eatery to Take Over Dish’s Cooper-Young Site - Monday, November 22, 2010

Italian is coming to the intersection of Cooper and Young.

Chef David Cleveland, in Memphis since 1997, and veteran front-of-the-house manager Leslie Billman will open Cortona – they hope by the beginning of 2011 – in the space where Dish closed Jan. 31.

8. Circa Slated for Regalia Space - Friday, October 01, 2010

Circa by John Bragg restaurant plans to open its East Memphis location at Regalia shopping center, Boyle Investment Co. recently announced.

9. Cutting Loose - Wednesday, August 11, 2010

At age 29, Ryan Swanson has his dream job.

As owner of the new Ryan Patrick Salon at 557 Erin Drive, near Poplar Avenue and Mendenhall Road in East Memphis, Swanson gets to set his own hours, make his own rules and live life to the fullest.

10. Caravan Event A 'Blowout' Success - Monday, June 07, 2010

Two of Memphis’ biggest musical assets came together last week when Ardent Studios hosted the Beale Street Caravan’s annual Blowout fundraiser.

Ardent has been bringing in major talent to Memphis for years: The Vaughn Brothers, the White Stripes, ZZ Top and B.B. King have all recorded there. The Beale Street Caravan has been exposing the world to Memphis music for years.

11. Worlds Away Opens Second Outlet in Memphis - Monday, January 11, 2010

Worlds Away, a designer of home furnishings and accessories, has opened its second outlet in the city.

Now the Memphis-based company offers a Midtown location in addition to its Downtown headquarters. Shoppers at the two outlets can buy furniture, lamps, small statuary and other items that are typically sold only to retailers.

12. Warren Named Bursar At University of Memphis - Wednesday, October 01, 2008

Carol Warren has accepted the position of bursar in the Division of Business & Finance at the University of Memphis. Warren is a graduate of the University of Memphis and has experience in student financial service operations working for the U of M previously as the assistant bursar. Before joining the university, Warren spent several years in the Loan Division at First Tennessee Bank.

13. Beale Street Funding, Other Issues Raised At Council Meeting - Thursday, November 08, 2007

Memphis City Council members this week marked the 24th anniversary of the opening of the renovated Beale Street entertainment district with an old question: When does the city get money from the district it owns?

14. Cooper-Young Enclave Embraces New Mini Police Precinct - Friday, June 16, 2006

The hustle and bustle that's visible inside 937 Cooper St. - where former Overton Square tenant Square Foods will be re-launched later this month - is one example of how popular the Cooper-Young neighborhood continues to be among businesses, as well as residents, shoppers and casual visitors.

15. Archived Article - Wednesday, May 31, 2006

TDN: Tell me a bit about your new facility - location, size, how many classes it will facilitate, etc.

KST: The location is on York Avenue between Meda and Young just north of the Urban Arts Commission/Cooper-Young trestle bridge. We think of it as a gateway into Cooper-Young. It is currently 11,000 square feet, but will have 14,000 square feet of useable space once complete. We will be able to triple our capacity for classes, operate a core program for students on a professional track, add community and adult classes and host other local dance groups that require a space with quality floors for safety and more room than they currently have access to. Pilates Central will operate a full service Pilates studio upstairs. NBE is a stakeholder in Heart of the Arts in partnership with Playhouse on the Square. We are two minutes down the street from the new theater location, where we will be able to rent performance space.

16. Poised for Success - Friday, May 19, 2006

The New Ballet Ensemble & School is bringing dance instruction closer to the heart of the Cooper-Young neighborhood - further enhancing a growing area that, with boarded windows and empty storefronts, once looked like a ghost town.

17. Archived Article: Lead - Wednesday, January 26, 2005
ANDY MEEK

Cooper-Young Continues to Evolve

New dining concepts add to budding Midtown corridor

ANDY MEEK

The Daily News

As boutiques and specialty shops have multiplied along Cooper Street, the nearby intersection of Cooper and Young ...

18. Archived Article: Real Review - Tuesday, January 21, 2003
Rock n Soul plans move

Rock n Soul plans move

to where round balls roll

Memphis Rock n Soul Museum, the Smithsonian Institution partnership dedicated to relating the citys historic contributions to music and culture, will relocate to FedExF...

19. Archived Article: Mata (lead) - Tuesday, November 26, 2002
Cooper-Young businesses dont trust light rail plan

Cooper-Young business owners skeptical of MATA plan

By SUE KIRSTEIN

The Daily News

Plans to build a light rail system extension from Downtown to the airport have Cooper-Young area reside...

20. Archived Article: Cy Cops (lead) - Wednesday, February 21, 2001
A midtown neighborhood business association is trying to pool its resources to keep the Reserve Officer Coordinator headquarte Midtown businesses fight for cop shop By JENNIFER MURLEY The Daily News Business owners in a Midtown neighborhood are atte...

21. Archived Article: Rock'n'soul - Tuesday, March 02, 1999
By STACEY PETSCHAUER City bond would fund museum on Beale By STACEY PETSCHAUER The Daily News Memphis soon will house the first permanent Smithsonian display outside Washington, D.C., pending City Councils appropriation of $1 million in bond funds f...

22. Archived Article: Musical Chg - Friday, September 12, 1997
Program encourages citizens Program encourages citizens to donate band instruments By CAMILLE H. GAMBLE The Daily News Memphisí own Rufus Thomas claims he has a set of drums in his attic covered ìwith so much dust you could grow peas,&...