Pastel colors, lots of chocolate bunnies and confetti everywhere! Ring a bell? Easter is creeping up on us! Easter is the perfect time to test your creativity and spend quality time with loved ones. Join us for our Easter Bunny Workshop where we’ll decorate eggs, create some magical crafts and…

Nearly 1,000 exquisitely crafted works of glass art go on sale to the public Saturday, March 28, at The University of Texas at Arlington’s annual Glass Art Show and Sale at the Studio Arts Center, located at 810 S. Davis St. The work, designed by students, faculty and staff in the…

Tennis lovers, it’s that time of year again. Head over to the Arlington Tennis Center this Saturday as the center celebrates its 20th anniversary with a USTA Block Party for the entire family. This fun event will run from 2-4 p. m. on March 28 at the Arlington Tennis Center, 500 Mayfield Road. There…

The Arlington Public Library’s popular children’s reading program is back! Head over to the Southwest Branch Library on Saturday, March 28 from 10:30 a. m. to noon for this regularly scheduled program. It brings trained therapy dogs, especially trained to listen to young readers, to our library. The event will begin with a “Doggie…

Photo Credit: UTA AthleticsThe UT Arlington softball team kicked off its Sun Belt Conference home-opening three-game series Saturday against Georgia Southern by rededicating Allan Saxe Stadium. Prior to the game, family, alumni and supporters gathered at the Justin D. Wilson Batting Facility for a luncheon and ribbon-cutting ceremony. They toured the new…

Dog of the Week – Meet BuddyCute, cute, cute! Buddy, the chosen Dog of the Week is a male, white Miniature Schnauzer/Poodle mix. He is four years old and weighs about 20 pounds. Need a new “best bud”? Come and see if Buddy fits the bill. This energetic dog has…

The Memorial Bench Program allows the Arlington community to commemorate a special person, or occasion, through the dedication of a park bench. The program helps enhance Arlington’s parks while telling the story of our community to park visitors. The cost of the program varies depending on the location and other…

Tickets are still available to see Henry Cisneros at the next University of Texas at Arlington Maverick Speakers Series event. He will speak on “Smart Growth: Developing the Economy, Infrastructure, and a Sustainable Future” at 7:30 p. m. Thursday, March 26, at Texas Hall, 701 W. Nedderman Drive. A four-term mayor of San Antonio, Cisneros also served…

New Food Trucks Roll Into Arlington

Ford EcoBoost ChallengeFord Motor Company’s EcoBoost Challenge Tour rolls into AT&T Stadium this weekend. The event takes place this Saturday, March 21 from 9 a. m. to 5 p. m. It’s completely free to register. All you have to do is head over to ecoboostdrive. com. The event offers five unique driving experiences…

Persis Forster, the woman behind the dance studio that has touched so many people of all ages over the years, talked about living her American Dream right here in Arlington.

Don’t miss this installment of UTA Spotlight, a weekly news update featuring broadcasting students reporting on events, projects, announcements and other key news. Here are this week’s top stories:– How some UTA students used spring break to catch up on studying– Meet one of the leaders of the UTA baseball team– The Career Center…

Every summer, libraries around the world participate in Summer Reading Club which encourages everyone to continue to read throughout the summertime. The Collaborative Summer Library Program (CSLP) challenges teens to create a 30 to 90-second video at the public library and include their interpretation of the 2015 CSLP teen slogan “Unmask.”This past…

Come join the 2015 Swim Safe Campaign at the Viridian Lake Club and learn different ways to be safe around the pool this summer. This event welcomes the whole family and will have many games and activities for your kids to enjoy, including bounce houses and food trucks. There will…

For the first time in several years. the City of Arlington has an updated vision for the future. The Arlington City Council approved the updated version of the city’s comprehensive plan, “99 Square Miles,” at its regular meeting March 17. Council approved the plan by a 7-0 vote.99 Square Miles is now the official…

With the Academy of Country Music Awards arriving in The American Dream City on Sunday, April 19, the Arlington Convention & Visitors Bureau wants to give you the chance to go to some of country music’s biggest parties!You can enter for your chance to attend the 50th Annual Academy of…

via: ViridianDFW. comViridian is a 2,000-acre community that includes Viridian Elementary School, and the viridian Lake Club, which offers an array of family-focused swimming and entertainment programs. Viridian is now an award-winning, master-planned community in North Arlington. It has been named as a “Certified Gold Signature Sanctuary” by Audubon International. Audubon International is…

Free tickets, t-shirts and burgers for students are just part of the fun for the first-ever baseball game between UT Arlington and Texas at Globe Life Park. The Mavericks and Longhorns are meeting for the first time in Arlington at the home of the Texas Rangers on Tuesday at 6 p. m.…

Drivers can keep their commute on track each day by visiting the City of Arlington’s interactive map featuring an expanded list of traffic cams to view. Now you don’t have to think twice before heading out. You can use the interactive map to access 60 cameras that will provide up-to-the-minute Arlington traffic.…

As many of you know, “Enhancing Regional Mobility” continues to be a priority of the Arlington City Council. Improving the efficiency and effectiveness of Arlington’s transportation connections within and beyond our borders is critical because of our central location within the region and important to growing our economy. To learn more about…

More than 20 Greenfield Senior Living residents recently spent an entertaining hour of fun and games with Sam Houston High School National Honor Society students and Arlington Public Library staff members. The program demonstrated that you are never too old to learn new things, as the residents taught each other how to…

The Arlington Parks & Recreation Department is pleased to announce that Floyd Wine has been named volunteer of the month. After retiring from Bell Helicopter in December 2007 after more than 38 years of service, Floyd began volunteering at both Tierra Verde Golf Club and Lake Arlington Golf Course the following…

Dog of the Week – Meet ArtieLooking for an easygoing dog? Meet Artie. This chosen Dog of the Week is a male, three year old, Basset Hound mix. He is black and white in color and weighs 32 pounds. Basset Hounds are known for being pleasant natured and easygoing, and…

Two City of Arlington experts will present at the Environmental Systems Research Institute’s 2015 International User Conference (Esri UC), scheduled for July 20-24 in San Diego. Esri UC is the world’s largest event dedicated to Geographic Information System (GIS) technology, and features more than 600 GIS user presentation sessions, 300 exhibitors and 275…

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, thirty-four percent of Hispanics in Texas are considered overweight or obese. Children ages 15 and under are the highest amongst all obese groups, leading to higher risk factors associated with Type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure as they…

Pam Roach is an accomplished entrepreneur, expert executive public relations consultant and active community member. Among her involvement and accolades, she was appointed to serve on the Super Bowl XLV Host Committee Board of Directors and was recognized as Arlington’s 2009 Volunteer of the Year. But her journey wasn’t easy. After moving…

Arlington is set to launch the largest streetlight conversion project in the southwest, retrofitting 10,500 lights with high performing LED technology that will cut energy costs substantially. The LED retrofit is part of a comprehensive energy program partnership with OpTerra Energy Services, a move that will help the City of Arlington…

For the past 16 years, Miller Elementary School has been the home of an intense rivalry between six grade students and Arlington police officers and firefighters. That competitive spirit brought the two teams together on March 6 for an afternoon of rivalry and showmanship. The gymnasium was packed with crowds of cheering…

Food Truck Friday: Spring SeriesThe Arlington Parks and Recreation Department is kicking off its spring “Food Truck Fridays” series for people hankering for some awesome food truck eats and treats. “Food Truck Fridays” will start Friday, March 13 and continue through Friday, April 3 at Founders Plaza, located at 100…

Looking for a fun, free, local event to take the kids during Spring Break? Look no more. The East Arlington Branch Library invites children and parents to join them as they present Marionette-Inspired Hip-Hop Dance by Studio 74. Arlington libraries would like to introduce young children to different and fun styles…

An Arlington tradition event continued Friday, March 6 at Miller Elementary School when Arlington police officers and firefighters met several young students on the basketball court for the 16th time. Players say the game was an opportunity to have fun and strengthen bonds with the youth and the community. Once…

Congratulations to the first Animal Services Heritage Program winners! This year-long team effort culminated in an evening of informative and moving presentations at the Animal Services Center on March 6, delivered by seven aspiring students destined for success. The students’ performances were judged on professionalism, the accuracy of the depiction…

The City of Arlington Parks and Recreation Department (APRD) has released a digital version of the department’s annual spring/summer publication. This document is available for download at www. naturallyfun. org/documents. The publication combines both summer camps and aquatics events and programs into a comprehensive guidebook for Arlington residents. If you’re looking for something fun

A Masonic Lodge in Arlington will honor several City firefighters and paramedics Tuesday, March 10 for their quick action on Nov. 20 which saved the life of a 61-year-old woman after being overcome by smoke inhalation. Arlington Masonic Lodge No. 438, located at 1415 W Abram Street, will present the inaugural…

UT Arlington freshman center Rebekah Van Dijk was named the Sun Belt Conference Freshman of the Year, the league announced on Tuesday. Van Dijk, one of just two players in the conference averaging a double-double, earned the program’s fourth Freshman of the Year award in UTA history, and the first since…

Arlington: the American Dream City will be home to the 2015 Spring Job Fair for those seeking a new job, or tips and techniques from the experts on career building.ArlingtonAnswers.com, City of Arlington, Workforce Solutions...

The City of Arlington and Arlington Convention & Visitors Bureau have partnered to launch a special webpage, Arlington-Tx. gov/ACM/, as the primary source of information for residents, visitors, volunteers and fans for the 50th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards, which take place April 19 at AT&T Stadium. The ACM Party for…

A nearly $6.3 million project in the Willow Bend-Thousand Oaks neighborhood is finished, according to the City of Arlington’s Public Works and Transportation Department. Twenty-two homes within the two subdivisions had reported flooding. Crews extended and enlarged the existing underground storm drain system and regraded ditches to eliminate, or minimize, flooding within these…

Arlington: the American Dream City will be home to the 2015 Spring Job Fair for those seeking a new job, or tips and techniques from the experts on career building. ArlingtonAnswers. com, City of Arlington, Workforce Solutions and Grace Community Church are hosting the event. All who are looking for employment are…

Cat of the Week – Meet ChelseaChelsea is a female, four year old, black and tan Tortoise Shell cat. Torties are characterized by being talkative and this cat is no exception! Chelsea responds to your meows and “chortles” in kind. She also loves to head butt and purrs easily when…

This weekend, Six Flags Over Texas will open, kicking off its 54th year in Arlington: The American Dream City. Dreams are closely tied to Six Flags, which was founded in Arlington back in 1961 by Angus Wynne, Jr. Since that time, the theme park has grown and so has its parent…

Ossiel Maldonado, a senior for the Lamar High School boy’s soccer team, has been selected as the City of Arlington’s Student-Athlete of the Month for March. He currently carries a 3.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale, with math being Ossiel’s favorite subject. According to his head coach, many of his teammates…

Updated: Thursday, March 5 at 8:20 a. m. According to Arlington officials, city government facilities will open Thursday at 10 a. m. due to inclement weather. All non-essential personnel will report to work at 10 a. m. Emergency services will operate without interruption. Handitran operations are closed Thursday, March 5, 2015. According to Republic Services, all trash and…

Moms, bring your favorite little man for an evening of epic adventure! The night will be filled with a hotdog dinner, friendly Mom & Son competitions, crafts and a movie on the big screen. Bring your sleeping bags, cot, blow-up mattress and anything else you need to be comfy for…

Interested in learning about the startup scene in The American Dream City?As a way of expanding the entrepreneurial ecosystem in the city, the Downtown Arlington Open Coffee Club was created to bring some of the area’s brightest business owners, engineers and designers together. According to Tony Rutigliano, president and CEO of Downtown…

2015 Nastia Liukin Cup & AT&T American CupIt’s a gymnastics filled weekend in The American Dream City! The 2015 Nastia Liukin Cup will take place March 6 at 7:00 p. m. at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas and will be broadcast live on on Universal Sports. Tickets can be purchased online…

Food truck lovers, circle March 13 on your calendars. The Arlington Parks and Recreation Department is kicking off its spring “Food Truck Fridays” series for people hankering for some awesome food truck eats and treats.“Our food truck series allows people to join friends or colleagues for a good time eating tasty…

Arlington: The American Dream City launched a new, digital TV studio to provide enhanced communication tools to reach Arlington residents, businesses and visitors with vital information about what’s happening in our community. After nearly 10 years of planning, Arlington now has a 1,316 square-foot facility located on the third floor of City…

Don’t miss this installment of UTA Spotlight, a weekly news update featuring broadcasting students reporting on events, projects, announcements and other key news. Here are this week’s top stories:– Spring enrollment at UT Arlington shows record diversity– Students kick back and relax during “Thursday Game Night”– The UTA Lady Mavs play their final…

As another winter storm bears down on North Texas, the City of Arlington is pleased to offer a new way for people to keep tabs on the current weather conditions in our community. Today, Arlington launched its WeatherBug to provide residents, businesses, visitors and community partners with a quick and reliable source…

Daylight Saving Time begins at 2 a. m. Sunday on March 8. Moving clocks forward one hour means an increase in daylight hours through the fall. It also means it’s time to not only change your clock but your smoke detector batteries.“Smoke detectors help save lives,” said Stephen Lea, assistant fire marshal. “We suggest making…

Arlington residents will have to wait a bit longer for spring weather conditions to stick around the city. According to the National Weather Service, more winter weather is being forecasted for the Arlington area. Precipitation is expected to begin Wednesday evening and run through Thursday morning. City of Arlington and TxDOT crews are out…

Get ready for a change when you go to get your vehicle inspected. New vehicle registration stickers that are affixed to the lower left corner of an automobile’s windshield will serve double duty as the inspection sticker as well. Now through February 29, 2016, drivers can renew their registration if they have a…

As we told you last month, Fire Station #5 at 2921 East Randol Mill has officially closed for reconstruction after Arlington City Council approved the final demo and reconstruction contract. Fire Crews and equipment will be relocated to Fire Station #11 until the new Fire Station #5 is complete in 2016. Residents…

Arlington’s water has once again been recognized for being among the best tasting in the biz, following a win in the “best tasting surface water in Texas” category at the Texas Water Utilities Associations Annual School Best Tasting Water contest, sponsored by the Laboratory Analyst Section of the Texas Water…

Since the City Council adopted a new comprehensive economic development strategy in 2014, the City of Arlington has implemented several key initiatives that support The American Dream City’s economic development efforts. The goal is to ensure that the entire Arlington community continues to thrive. Read the new “Invest In Our Economy” newsletter…

Arlington’s 2015 Animal Essay Contest winners were recognized at the evening session of City Council for March 3, 2015. The winners were also recognized at a reception with refreshments before the evening City Council meeting by Arlington Council Member Sheri Capehart. Last month, Council member Capehart, with an entourage of city officials, made…

Arlington Tennis Center facility manager Sheryl Osborn has been named the most recent recipient of the USTA Texas Section Community Service Award. Inaugurated in 1989, this award honors a person who has provided outstanding contributions in promoting and conducting recreational tennis programs for adults and/or juniors. The award further signifies the…

Two big road construction projects are set to start in 2015/2016 and both will have significant impacts on traffic in Arlington, bringing improved safety, mobility and traffic flow. Both multimillion dollar projects support the Arlington’s City Council’s priority of “Enhancing Regional Mobility” and will dovetail with the $80 million worth of projects the…

Runners lace up, as Arlington is proud to announce the Arlington Mayor’s 5K: Run the American Dream City. The 5K is part of a new partnership between the City and Ability Connection Texas. The inaugural “Arlington Mayor’s 5K” race will be on Sunday, April 26 starting at Levitt Pavilion in downtown…

Dog of the Week – Meet LiloThis chosen Dog of the Week is a female Australian Shepherd mix that is about nine months old. She is black and tan in color and weighs 38 pounds. Lilo is a very friendly and active dog. She likes to play ball. A good…