The City of Arlington has been working on a rewrite and update of the zoning ordinance and subdivision regulations. All updated ordinances will be incorporated into a new unified development code (UDC), which is a combined document featuring development regulations for zoning requirements, subdivision regulations, and other design and development…

A record 4,561 students are planning to collect their degrees this spring at The University of Texas at Arlington. More than 3,400 of that preliminary figure will earn their undergraduate degrees. More than 1,000 will earn their master’s degrees. And about 120 students plan to take home their doctorate…

Ansel Adams' magnificent photographs of the American wilderness are recognized an admired around the globe. Known for his black-and-white landscapes, Adams is credited with helping shape photography as a fine art. An exhibit featuring some of Adams' favorite photos is coming to downtown Arlington. Ansel Adams: Masterworks, a collection of more the 45 photos Adams personally selected from his catalogue, opens May 3 at the Arlington Museum of Art (AMA), 201 W. Main Street. These images will be on display for three months this summer at the museum.

Congratulations to Angelica Paul for the I Love Arlington pic of the week! Everyone knows that Arlington is a playful city; we have some of the best parks, recreation centers and entertainment options in the region! Arlington is a great place for families and we are proud to call it home. So take time to disconnect from the busy world and get…

Several plane enthusiasts took a joy ride on the legendary B-17 Flying Fortress during Tuesday’s Aluminum Overcast tour at the Arlington Municipal Airport. The flying, which was co-hosted by Harrison Aviation and the Arlington Municipal Airport , featured a beautiful B-17 bomber originally built in the 1930’s. The Boeing B-17 is…

With AT&T Stadium, Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Six Flags, and Arlington Music Hall, Arlington has a long list of venues that have hosted a wealth of events. The city is adding to that list with a new event to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, which started as a way to commemorate…

The City of Arlington, Texas SmartScape, The Home Depot and Weston Gardens have partnered to offer Arlington residents special deals and great savings on select varieties of low-water-use plants that will thrive in the Texas heat. Head over to the Home Depot located at 201 Road to Six Flags on May…

Many people discover they’re a wee bit Scottish at the TEXAS SCOTTISH FESTIVAL & HIGHLAND GAMES, now celebrating its 28th anniversary and scheduled for May 2-3-4, 2014. Renowned for its outstanding entertainment, the Festival again hosts top Scottish musicians, professional athletes, and champion highland dancers. An exciting array of food,…

During Pet Therapy sessions, it’s awfully hard these days to tell who’s more delighted: elementary-aged students pumped about seeing dogs or the dogs enthralled with the idea of playing with pint-sized students. The students in Amy Yancey’s alternative curriculum class at Dunn Elementary played host to Deacon the gentle giant…

Hundreds of brave souls spent their Saturday racing corrugated cardboard boats at Hurricane Harbor–all in the name of charity. Proceeds from the April 26 event will benefit River Legacy Living Science Center and River Legacy Parks. Check out the sights and sounds from the 25th Annual Cardboard Boat Regatta.

This is Coco, Arlington Animal Services’ featured Dog of the Week. Coco is one of the sweetest little girl’s to come into the shelter directly from one of our Foster Care Program Volunteer’s. She is very playful and loves to dance on her back legs! She also likes to cuddle…

Food trucks from around Texas drew massive crowds by serving local and cultural cuisines at the second annual Texas Food Truckin’ Fest at Globe Life Park in Arlington this past weekend. The food truck fest was a cooperative event hosted by Rangers Enterprises and the Arlington Convention and Visitors Bureau, From…

The Arlington Chamber of Commerce has joined forces with the U. S Chamber of Commerce Foundation and several other partners to host a “Hiring Our Heroes” job fair on May 12 for military veterans and their spouses. More than 50 companies from across the region are expected to participate. The job fair will…

Longtime former Arlington City Council member Gene Patrick devoted much of his career to driving the revitalization of downtown Arlington. On Sunday, his efforts continued to pay off. Members of First United Methodist Church of Arlington, along with city and community leaders, gathered to celebrate the opening of the renovated North Street…

Starla is our special Arlington Animal Services’ Cat of the Week. She is a brown and black short-haired Tabby, about a year old and weighs six and a half pounds. Starla is very inquisitive and loves to play with her toys. You can get her motor purring by placing her…

It’s that time of year again: new programs, events, and news concerning what’s upcoming in Arlington, for the summer months. The summer 2014 Naturally Fun Magazine is now officially available to the public in digital and print format. Printed copies of the magazine are available at the Arlington Parks and…

Long-time performers in the local music scene, the Brandon Steadman Band dropped their debut album on April 22 following a release party at J. Gilligan’s new South Street Patio last Friday. Brandon Steadman played his first gig in DFW at the very same location with an acoustic performance at a Sigma…

The First United Methodist Church of Arlington will unveil a safer North Street and a new plaza with a grand opening ceremony Sunday. Through the restoration project, the church created walkways, added handicap parking spaces and landscaped the area. The new Gene Patrick Plaza will serve as a tribute to the former…

Inside the April issue of the On Call newsletter, the whole world was watching when Arlington hosted to NCAA Final 4 Championship games on April 5 and 7 at AT&T Stadium. See the highlights on Page 1. Also in this month’s issue, crime prevention highlights from Police Districts, accolades from the…

en español | vietnamese Election Day is Saturday, May 10, 2014 – Polls open at 7 a. m. and close at 7 p. m. on Election Day. Click here for a complete listing of Early Voting and Election Day polling locations. When voters head to the polls, they will consider a Street Maintenance Sales Tax on…

The Arlington City Council has chosen Lori Brooks, CPA, CIA, CGAP, CRMA as the City’s new City Auditor. Brooks has more than 30 years of auditing and accounting experience, including 16 years in government internal auditing. She is a certified public accountant, certified internal auditor, certified government auditing professional, and holds a…

Early voting begins Monday, April 28, 2014 for the General and Special elections. The polls will open at 8 a. m. and close at 5 p. m. Extended hours, including weekends and a temporary early voting site at UT Arlington, are also available. Election Day is Saturday, May 10, 2014. In Arlington,…

The Cardboard Boat Regatta challenges amateur boat builders to design, build and navigate boats made entirely of corrugated cardboard. Come and enjoy the fun as you watch the masterful maneuvers of boats braving the waves at Six Flags Hurricane Harbor on April 26 from 9 a. m. – 4 p. m.2014 Admission Prices General…

Preschoolers from the Arlington Independent School District will enjoy a special field trip to the George W. Hawkes Central Library on Wednesday, April 30 and Thursday, May 1. They will be celebrating El Día de los niños/ El Dia de los libros. Children’s Day/Book Day is a worldwide effort to introduce…

Got drugs? Arlington residents can safely dispose of any unused prescription medications at the National Prescription Take-Back Initiative on Saturday, April 26, 2014 from 10 a. m. to 2 p. m. The event is conducted in cooperation with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), which will ultimately discard whatever medications the city collects. Turn…

25th Annual Cardboard Boat RegattaSink or swim? That is the question. See some brave souls build and navigate boats made entirely of corrugated cardboard at Hurricane Harbor’s Wave Pool this Saturday. A children’s area with Hula-Hoop contests and mini pinewood Regatta will also be available. The cost to enter a…

When the search for a new leader to head the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) began last December, a UTA student was among the distinguished group of NAACP leaders tasked with identifying a replacement for outgoing president and CEO Benjamin Jealous.UT-Arlington senior, Michael Coleman II was…

Final Spring Episode of UTA Spotlight

No one story is the same: Their family needed the money so they must work instead of going to school. They fell behind in class work and couldn’t catch up. They struggled with learning in a traditional classroom setting. While their reasons for staying out of school may vary, the students…

Donnie’s Hot Dog Shop and Philly Steak Supper Club will cut the ribbon Thursday at their new location in North Arlington. Donnie’s is a family owned and operated eatery offering American food with an east coast flair. Philly Cheese Steak, Bratwurst, Corn Beef, Gyros, Pastrami and Polish are not typical Southern…

The Texas Book Festival has awarded the Arlington Public Library a Collections Enhancement Grant of $2,494.33. The grant will be used to expand the Spanish Language collection at the East Branch Library. All titles purchased will be available to any Arlington Public Library patron upon request. Every year, public libraries across…

Get a glimpse into a flight on Aluminum Overcast:Visit the Arlington Municipal Airport, 5000 S Collins Street, Tuesday, April 29 for an unforgettable experience aboard one of the few remaining airworthy B-17s in the world. Watch history come alive by climbing aboard the 65,000-lb. B-17 bomber and step back in time to…

Congratulations to Sally Mander for the I Love Arlington Pic of the Week! What a great image to share on Earth Day 2014! Sally took this photo at River Legacy Living Science Center during their Earth Day festivities on April 12. The center features interactive exhibits, aquariums, terrariums, environmental education programs,…

Kenneth Roemer, a celebrated UT Arlington English professor, is one of five faculty members who will be inducted this year into the University of Texas System Academy of Distinguished Teachers. Roemer is an expert in American Indian and Utopian literatures who was honored in 2011 with the UT System Regents’…

The Arlington Landmark Preservation Commission recognizes a recently repurposed home for its historic roots. The Thornton Inn is a downtown Arlington bed and breakfast that occupies the same building that was once home to the Thornton family. The Thorntons were a prominent early Arlington family that migrated to Texas from Tennessee.…

Bring your sleeping bag, cot, blow-up mattress and anything else you need to be comfy for the night. The sleepover will include dinner, friendly mom and son competitions, crafts, activities and more. So leave the chores to dad and the rest of the family at home while you enjoy some…

The inaugural Arlington Firefighters Random Acts of Kindness Ball, held this year at UT Arlington’s College Park Center on Saturday, April 12, raised $5,300 to help families in need.“We appreciate the community’s support, which will allow us to continue fulfilling the organization’s purpose: to perform random acts of good in…

The Housing Authority of the City of Arlington (AHA) will resume accepting applications for its Housing Choice Voucher program. Applications will be accepted for two weeks during the open enrollment period beginning May 5, 2014, at 8:30 a. m., through Friday, May 16, 2014, at 1:00 p. m. The AHA will only accept…

Ralo is the featured Dog of the Week at Arlington Animal Services. Ralo is a one year old Terrier Mix who is looking for his forever home. He is black and white and weighs about 12 pounds. Ralo has a really cute face and is very playful. While he likes…

Arlington Animal Services is delighted to announce Whiskers as our Cat of the Week. Whiskers is a beautiful Brown/Red Torbie Mix and is approximately six pounds. This darling little girl is estimated to be one year old and she has the sweetest personality. Lovable and gentle, Whiskers is sure to…

AT&T has announced a major initiative to expand its ultra-fast fiber network to up to 100 candidate cities and municipalities nationwide, including 21 new major metropolitan areas. Arlington is among the cities on the planned network expansion. This initiative continues AT&T’s ongoing commitment to economic development in these communities, bringing jobs,…

Arlington ISD and Tarrant County College District officials signed a memorandum of understanding Monday at the TCC Southeast Campus Ballroom creating a new school, the Arlington Collegiate High School at TCC Southeast Campus, which will open in the fall of 2014. Arlington Superintendent Marcelo Cavazos and TCC Chancellor, Erma Johnson Hadley,…

From Australian Meat Pies to Korean Fusion to cupcakes sure to impress…the 2nd Annual Spring Texas Food Truckin’ Fest Globe Life Park in Arlington is for all kinds of foodies with more food trucks than ever! Forty gourmet food trucks will be featured at this year’s Texas Food Truckin’ Fest, which…

Amber Buechele, a senior hitter for the Lamar High School volleyball team, has been selected as the City of Arlington’s April 2014 Student-Athlete of the Month. Buechele, an honor roll student, currently carries a 3.66 overall GPA on 4.0 scale. During her high school career, Amber has been a member…

Residents are invited to the ATC Block Party at the Arlington Tennis Center (ATC) from 1-4 p. m. on Saturday, May 3. The center is located at 500 Mayfield Rd. This free event will be one to bring the entire family to. Activities on the court will include food, door prizes…

Arlington ISD Parent University is offering a free educational opportunity for the parents/guardians of AISD students as a way of discovering skills to support their children in school. Through a series of workshops and videos designed to refine specific student-support skill sets, Arlington ISD Parent University participants will acquire knowledge…

A University of Texas at Arlington physicist working to create a luminescent nanoparticle to use in security-related radiation detection may have instead happened upon an advance in photodynamic cancer therapy. Wei Chen, professor of physics and co-director of UT Arlington’s Center for Security Advances Via Applied Nanotechnology, was testing a…

Many local government administrative offices will be closed Friday, April 18, for Good Friday. Regular hours will resume at 8 a. m. Monday, April 21. Garbage and recycling pickups will occur in the city as scheduled. What’s Closed Friday, April 18 Arlington City Hall City Office Tower Arlington Municipal Court All Public…

Food Truck FridaysDon’t miss the final Food Truck Fridays event on April 18 at Founders Plaza, 100 West Abram Street, from 11 a. m. to 2 p. m. Some come for the food, others enjoy the gourmet shakes, and others just want to mingle. No matter the reason people choose to come,…

Pipe Tapping is a high-energy contest involving a race against time to drill into a cement-lined, ductile iron pipe and install a tap. This process usually takes around thirty minutes; however, the team can complete the process in about two minutes. Texas holds the largest regional pipe tapping competition in the…

Since launching August 19, 2013, the Metro ArlingtonXpress, or MAX, has served a wide range of commuters — from college students to North Texans and tourists on their way to special events. MAX currently connects downtown Arlington to the Trinity Railway Express CentrePort/DFW Station. Buses currently operate from about 5:30 a. m.…

The City of Arlington Parks and Recreation Department and St. Joseph’s Catholic School spent the day at Johnson Creek in Arlington’s Entertainment District planting trees in support of the City’s commitment to the environment. More than 90 student volunteers and parents helped plant 400 trees in Richard Greene and Dr Robert Cluck…

Children from the YWCA Arlington Child Development Center welcomed the spring season with a gift of 10 trees earlier this month from the City of Arlington Parks and Recreation Department. The donation will bring greenery, birds and shade to the center’s playground, which provides a holistic setting to lean, play, observe…

Don’t miss this week’s episode 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: Students celebrate cultural and social diversity at UT Arlington during International Week An exhibit gives a voice to men and women impacted by…

The City of Arlington is accepting applications for interested residents who would like to serve on a Board or Commission. Members of boards and commissions assist the Mayor and City Council by making recommendations on general policy matters impacting the city. Most boards and commissions function in advisory capacities and some have final…

Congratulations to Sue Sessums for the I Love Arlington Pic of the Week! There’s nothing like the feel of a beautiful day at the Lake Arlington Golf Course. Did you know the City of Arlington operates four diverse courses that offer a variety of amenities? Book a tee time today and…

It took all of 18 minutes for to sell out the 50th annual Academy of Country Music Awards show being held April 19, 2015 at AT&T Stadium and the ACM Party for a Cause: 50 Years of Music of Memories April 17-18, 2015 at nearby Globe Life Park. Blake Shelton and…

Have you had a chance to ride Metro ArlingtonXpress, Arlington’s first commuter bus service?MAX, which connects downtown Arlington to the Trinity Railway Express CentrePort/DFW Station, is designed to serve a wide range of commuters – from college students to North Texans and tourists on their way to special events around…

Opinions Wanted: Housing Surveys Provide Valuable Feedback

Earlier this year, the Arlington City Council formed the Citizens’ Bond Committee (CBC), a group of 19 citizens who are charged with reviewing and recommending projects to city council members for a potential November 2014 bond election. The (CBC) is asking the public for its input as it continues to…

A tale of romance and comedy captured an attentive audience during the Dallas Opera 2014 simulcast featuring Italian composer Gioachino Rossini’s “The Barber of Seville” at AT&T Stadium Friday. Children of various ages watched Elmer Fudd chase Bugs Bunny as Warner Brothers Classics’ “Rabbit of Seville” preceded the main show on…

Arlington Animal Services Cat of the Week is “Lolly”, a Domestic Shorthair mix. Lolly has a beautiful soft blue and white coat and loves to be petted all over. This precious little girl is approximately six months old and weighs almost four pounds. Lolly is a very social kitty who…

Dog of the Week – Meet Trixie

Ten incredible employees from Arlington Water Utilities will be representing City of Arlington and competing for a chance to go to London at the state pipe-tapping and Top Ops competitions on Wednesday. Adam Stark, Adam Wagner, Taw Woolford, and Mathew Manson volunteered to be the first pipe-tapping team Arlington Water Utilities…

Did you know using a smart phone to pay a water bill could help you save money?If you are one of the 101,000 customers served by Arlington Water Utilities, you can pay a bill using the Check app and get $20 off instantly. How does this work? Simply go to check. me/arlington on…

Some young Students at Swift Elementary in Arlington now have the playground of their dreams. Thanks to a $15,000 Lowe’s Toolbox for Education grant from the Lowe’s Charitable and Educational Foundation, pre-Kindergarten students at Swft Elementary are enjoying the new early childhood playground, which features a musical wall, small four-seat teeter, a talk tube and…

The Arlington Independent School District has earned the 2014 Best Communities for Music Education designation as a part of the National Association of Music Merchants Foundation’s Best Communities for Music Education Program. AISD is one of 376 school districts nationwide to earn the designation, and only one of 32 in the…

The University of Texas at Arlington announces a new unmanned vehicle systems undergraduate certificate for students interested in careers in one of the nation’s most exciting engineering fields. A student works on the quad-rotor unmanned aerial system at the UT Arlington Research Institute. The program is a collaboration between the…

For the second consecutive year, the Arlington Police Department recognized Child Abuse Prevention Month by hosting a pinwheel display at the North Police Station to increase awareness. Officers and volunteers placed 423 pinwheels in the front lawn of the Ott Cribbs Public Safety Building on April 6, 2014. Each…

Hundreds of people are expected to visit Founders Plaza in downtown Arlington today for Food Truck Friday. After last week’s overwhelming response, organizers have added more food trucks to satisfy the taste buds of people who visit, work and go to school in downtown Arlington. The following food trucks will be parked…

If you’re think about going to Fort Worth’s annual Main Street Arts Festival, one of the largest in Texas, try using MAX!It’s great for attending the festival on Friday, which is open from 10 a. m. to 11 p. m.. The festival features beautiful original art, food, music, and entertainment. To get there,…

The Lowe’s Charitable and Educational Foundation has awarded a $15,000 Lowe’s Toolbox for Education grant to Swift Elementary for an early childhood playground. A ribbon cutting ceremony, which was originally scheduled for March 27 but postponed due to inclement weather, will be held at 2 p. m. on Friday, April 11,…

Astros vs. RangersEnjoy a weekend of baseball at the Globe Life Park in Arlington as the Houston Astros come to town for a three-game series. Yu Darvish is scheduled to take the mound in Friday’s game. Opening pitch is 7:05 p. m. Saturday game begins 7:05 p. m.; Sunday’s game begins at…

Members of the AmeriCorps VISTA team serving with the Arlington Reads program at the Arlington Public Library were recognized for their dedication to community service during the April 8 City Council meeting. Mayor Robert Cluck proclaimed April 1, 2014 as “National Service Recognition Day” while recognizing and thanking the VISTA…

Don’t miss this week’s episode 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: See how some UTA students are preparing for next month’s commencement Research students present their work during a friendly competition for scholars A…

Luke Joeckel, standout left tackle for the Jacksonville Jaguars, has donated $125,000 to his former high school, Arlington High School. Joeckel, 22, is a 2010 graduate of the school. Arlington helped Joeckel achieve his dreams and now he wants to give back to the community. According to school officials, $50,000 will go…

The weekend of April 4-6 was a busy one for the Arlington Parks and Recreation Department. Multiple events were held around the City such as the Naturally Fit Exposition and River Legacy Kite Festival. However, the grand opening of Vandergriff Skatepark was an event for the record books. Vandergriff Park in the heart of Arlington,…

One of the leading companies in the aircraft simulation and training industry is expanding its current operations in Arlington. Link Simulation & Training (L-3 Link), a division of L-3 Communications has initiated a project in Arlington that will bring about 150 new jobs to the city. New incentives approved by the Arlington…

The Arlington Parks and Recreation Department and Lake Arlington are excited to announce the date for the Second Annual Lake Arlington Cabela’s Bass Tournament. The tournament, scheduled to take place on April 12, 2014, will kick-off at 7 a. m. with a weigh-out to take place at 4 p. m. CLICK HERE TO VIEW PHOTOS…

Earlier this year, the Arlington City Council formed the Citizens’ Bond Committee (CBC), a group of 19 citizens who are charged with reviewing and recommending projects to city council members for a potential November 2014 bond election. The (CBC) is asking the public for its input as it continues to…

Congratulations to Gerardo Vasquez for the I Love Arlington Pic of the Week taken at the Art on the Greene Festival March 21-23 at Richard Greene Linear Park. Who doesn’t like classic cars? Especially when they are kept in mint condition like this vintage 50’s Buick. The antique car show at the art…

It was epic. Final Four MVP Shabazz Napier and his UConn Huskies withstood a furious rally to defeat the Kentucky Wildcats 60-54 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington. It was the team’s fourth national championship. Napier and his teammate Ryan Boatright continued to apply defensive pressure, this time collecting six steals between…

The Final Four frenzy reached its peak hours before Monday night’s championship game between Kentucky and UConn, with energized fans from both teams partying at the Tip-off Tailgate just outside AT& T Stadium. These Final Four fans sure know how to party.

Arlington Animal Services’ is proud to introduce Haley, our featured Dog of the Week. Miss Haley is an eight month old Terrier/Corgi Mix female. This little girl weighs approximately 17 pounds and is expected to be a medium-sized dog when fully grown. Haley has a soft brown and black fur coat…

Sue is our special Pet of the Week at Arlington Animal Services. Although we do not know much about Sue’s former life, we do know that she came to our shelter as a stray and believe her to be approximately five years “young”. Miss Sue is a bit shy at…

UT Arlington student-athletes were honored Monday afternoon in College Park Center’s Hospitality Suite for their academic achievements at the Academic Achievement Luncheon.“I truly believe that we are student-athletes because we graduate the majority of our kids and they’re here for school and athletics,” Director of Athletics Jim Baker said. “Seeing this group…

In 1986, Lauretta Hill was a 15-year-old usher leading people to their seats at the NCAA Final Four games in Dallas. Fast forward 28 years, and Lauretta Hill is seeing many of her dreams come true in Arlington. Lauretta Hill is the chair of the 2014 Regional Public Safety Planning Committee where she oversees the security operations for one of the largest sporting events…

The University of Texas at Arlington has named Anne Bavier, a nationally recognized health care leader who has held posts at top ranked universities and at the National Institutes of Health, as the new dean of the College of Nursing. Bavier previously served as dean of the University of Connecticut…

The first Final Four game ever played in Arlington was a slugfest. After falling behind 16-4 in the first half, the UConn Huskies stormed back to beat the top-seeded Florida Gators 63-53 Saturday night. The Huskies are headed to the national championship game, the fourth appearance in the program’s history. The Huskies…

Dreams happen right here in Arlington. That was evident when hundreds of young boys and girls headed to the Elzie Odom Recreation Center in Arlington Saturday to learn new basketball skills from college players and coaches during one of three Coco-Cola Youth Clinics happening in the metroplex. MyArlingtonTx. com was fortunate enough to…

Local youth ages 8 to 14 years old hustled, dribbled and practiced drills at the Elzie Odom Athletic Center in Arlington during one of three Coca-Cola NCAA Youth Clinics in North Texas Saturday. College coaches from across the country visited the clinic to teach boys and girls fundamental basketball skills and…

Wisconsin pride was on full display Saturday as happy Badger fans filled the Arlington Convention Center for a huge pep rally before the team’s Final Four game against the Kentucky Wildcats. Thousands of fans ate some great food, danced, watched highlights of the team’s quest to the Final Four, and took…

NCAA Final Four weekend kicked off Friday, and local businesses are preparing to pack in crowds. Around 80,000 spectators will descend on AT&T Stadium for four days of events, tailgating and basketball. To sidestep parking and driving in traffic, guests can hop on the Arlington Trolley, catch a ride on the…

Whether you’re cheering for the Florida Gators, Kentucky Wildcats, UConn Huskies or Wisconsin Badgers, this Final Four is sure to be historic. Organizers are expecting to set a new attendance record before the Final Four is done, plus a new national champion will be crowned in ArlingtonWho will cut down…

Mayor Robert Cluck welcomes the thousands of fans who are pouring into Arlington this weekend for Final Four.

Watching basketball fans pour into AT&T Stadium in Arlington Friday afternoon to watch UConn, Kentucky, Florida and Wisconsin practice on the hardwood was a sight to behold. There were fans of all ages, dressed in school colors, cheering for their favorite players. Thousands of fans traveled — far and near — to…

We are proud to recognize Robert (Bob) Meister as the 2013 Bill McCart Volunteer of the Year for Arlington Animal Services. Bob continually goes above and beyond offering his service and expertise volunteering with dedication and enthusiasm. As a Lead Volunteer, Bob serves as a trainer for new volunteers, and is…

Arlington Parks and Recreations partnered with water safety agencies to perform a drowning simulation at the Allen Bolden Pool in Vandergriff Park. The Arlington Fire Department’s Dive team performed the simulation as an April Pool’s Day event. April Pool’s Day is a national pool safety program that stresses the importance of water…