Following the successful grand opening of the city’s first FootGolf course at Meadowbrook Park, excitement about the modern sport continues to brew in within the City of Arlington, and around the metroplex. Meadowbrook Golf Course has already received numerous requests for FootGolf tournaments, company outings and fundraisers. Even area soccer teams have…

Looking for an affordable family outing for an upcoming Friday night? Look no further. The City of Arlington Parks and Recreation Department has teamed up with the Arlington Southwest Little League to bring you six weeks of FREE movies in the park at the Martin Luther King Jr Sports Center!Map…

Defending national champion Florida State is looking to make history right here in Arlington. Not only do the Seminoles open their season August 30 against Oklahoma State at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, the team is favored to be one of the two teams playing in the inaugural first ever College Football…

The latest Build a Thriving Community newsletter features information on Swift Elementary receiving a new playground, a local boy’s adventure hits the big screen and a new basketball court allows some Arlington kids to dream big. Click here to view the latest Build a Thriving Community newsletter.

Congratulations to Sally Mander for the I Love Arlington Pic of the Week! This photo, taken at the Park Plaza Shopping Center Mural project in east Arlington, says it all: We are Arlington proud!Our city is fortunate to have a proud community that dares to dream and come together to create initiatives that enhance our neighborhoods. Do…

Today’s summer camp activities are a long way from making a duct tape wallet and singing “Kumbaya.” Campers today can enjoy everything from rock wall climbing to cooking classes to tennis clinics and beyond. The Arlington Parks and Recreation Department (APRD) hosted a record number of campers this summer, which is…

Don’t miss an opportunity to play a round of golf with members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame during the 2014 Hall of Fame – Arlington Golf Classic at the prestigious Tierra Verde Golf Club on Tuesday, September 9 . The tournament will kick off with a shotgun start at 9:00 a. m. Registration…

Throughout the community, Arlington police officers and citizen volunteers are helping students get ready for a new year. At a Back-to-School, Stay-in-School Rally at Sam Houston High School on Aug. 16, Crime Prevention Officers spoke with students and parents about safety. Students played safety games with officers and won prizes. The…

When cities come together for a cause, we often witness a level of success that can’t be matched when they stand alone. A prime example of this success is the Empty the Shelter Day event on Saturday, Aug 16 when 38 North Texas cities, including Arlington, waived the adoption fees…

The Arlington ISD Board of Trustees is among five school boards from across the state selected as Texas Honor Boards by the Texas Association of School Administrators. This program has honored boards that have demonstrated dedication to student achievement and make every effort to put students first since 1971. The…

Vandergiff Park is once again under construction; adding to a list of recent projects to renovate this beloved City park. In spring 2014, construction was completed at Vandergriff Skatepark which was unveiled during a highly-anticipated grand opening ceremony. In addition, a new terrace at the Bob Duncan Center was constructed in…

A record number of kids, and adults for that matter, took part in the Arlington Public Library’s My Summer Reading Program (SRC). The program culminated with a celebration for participants at the Texas Rangers Globe Life Park Hall of Fame on Saturday, August 2.“We had an estimated 5,900 participants from…

The Arlington Athletics division is bringing an action-packed game from the United Kingdom to the city limits of Arlington, Texas. An official “Bubble Soccer” league will be available at the Elzie Odom Athletic Center, beginning October 7, 2014. The Game is Simple You wear a giant, inflatable bubble while playing soccer. Players go “bubble-to-bubble”…

Four faculty members from The University of Texas at Arlington are among 96 educators recognized this year by The University of Texas System Board of Regents for excellence in the classroom. The UT System’s most innovative and dedicated educators will share $2.4 million this month as winners of the Regents’ Outstanding…

AT&T Stadium has implemented a new policy on the types and styles of bags that are allowed inside. Bags should be one gallon re-sealable storage bags, or clear tote bags made of plastic, vinyl or polyvinyl chloride that dimensions do not exceed 12 inches by 6 inches by 12 inches.…

UT Arlington has received a $229,214 grant from the Walmart Foundation to build a robotic small motors assembly and testing system that would cut the manufacturing costs of goods, allowing those goods to be produced in the United States that were formerly built overseas. The Walmart U. S. Manufacturing Innovation Grant was…

As part of the Tri-Schools Street Improvement Project currently underway in south Arlington, a one-way counter clock wise traffic detour is scheduled to begin Saturday August 16, 2014. This will likely impact traffic in the area. Click here to review the detour map. According to the Public Works & Transportation department, Ledbetter…

The Arlington Police Department is investigating a criminal mischief offense that occurred at Vandergriff Skate Park located at 2800 S. Center Street in Arlington. The park was vandalized with graffiti between Sunday, July 27 at 10:00 a. m. and Monday, July 28 at 7:30 a. m. If you have any information about the vandalism, or…

On Saturday, August 16, hundreds of Arlington families who are getting ready for a new school year will receive a wealth of free services compliments of the Arlington Branch of the NAACP and a host of community sponsors and supporters. For a second consecutive year, the Arlington branch of the…

Arlington’s curbside recycling program has grown by more than 10% in the last year, thanks in part to a new collection system. Last summer, Arlington switched from manual curbside recycling collection to automated. During the conversion, Republic Services delivered 95,000 recycling carts to city residents. Since then, Arlington residents have recycled 22,863…

Are you looking for a new “best friend”? Find your match this Saturday when Arlington Animal Services will join other animal shelters all across the Metroplex for North Texas’ largest pet adoption event. The shelter, located at 1000 S. E. Green Oaks Blvd., will be open from 10 a. m. to 4 p. m. All adoption fees…

Are you ready for law-abiding fun and chaos? The Arlington Police Department is assembling thousands of residents and their communities to host neighborhood gatherings. National Night Out 2014 is Tuesday, Oct 7. The introduction of National Night Out, “America’s Night Out Against Crime,” began in 1984 to encourage participation in crime…

If you want to get an idea what the City of Arlington’s proposed budget for FY 2015 is all about, there are two opportunities for citizen participation. City Manager Trey Yelverton will present the proposed budget and answer questions from those in attendance. To learn more about the budget, check out the…

Fall adult sports league registrations are underway for the season. Don’t miss out on your chance to play your favorite sport. If you need a little motivation, here are the top three reasons you should sign up: 1. Softball is more fun than babysitting your kids. 2. You can re-live…

After months of public input, the Arlington City Council on Tuesday unanimously approved a package of bond projects that will focus on streets, parks, fire facilities and libraries. The $236 million bond program will go to the voters for their approval in the November 4, 2014 municipal election. Council members have…

Members of the Arlington Police Department joined the community on Friday to celebrate a very special birthday. Rosa Blum, a Holocaust survivor, turned 86 years old today. Surrounded by birthday flowers and balloons, Ms. Blum spent the afternoon talking about her personal account of life in a World War II concentration camp.…

The City of Arlington’s Public Works & Transportation Department is working to create a smooth traffic plan around two new charter schools on Bowen Road in southwest Arlington, enabling drivers to get in and out of the area safely. Arlington Classics Academy (ACA) is scheduled to open Tuesday, August 12 with a…

A record-breaking number of people flocked to an Ansel Adams exhibition in Arlington, featuring works by the greatest landscape photographer of the 20th century. More than 10,800 people from as far away as New Zealand visited the Arlington Museum of Art’s Ansel Adams: Masterworks exhibit, making it the most popular display…

Meet Penny our chosen Cat of the Week. This black and brown Tabby female is two years old and weighs a little over eight pounds. According to her previous owner, Penny shared a household with another cat and a dog and was very friendly with them. Penny is a little…

Our wonderful Dog of The Week has been named Ralph, but you can name him anything that you would like, as that is not his real name! He is a very handsome Black Labrador Retriever/Border Collie mix with a white chest. Ralph is very friendly and loves to give doggie…

The University of Texas at Arlington welcomes students back on campus during its annual Move-in Event Aug. 18. The annual event is sponsored by Apartment and Residence Life and University Housing. More than 600 faculty, staff and student volunteers assist the 2,183 residents moving into the university’s six residence halls.“We always…

To continue the goal of being a district with leading-edge learning experiences, the Arlington ISD has partnered with The University of Texas at Arlington for a new STEM Academy – science, technology, engineering and math – that will open in August 2015 at Martin High School. Select Martin High School faculty…

Mobile Pet Adoption EventLooking for a best friend? Stop by PetSmart this Saturday and find an adorable pet for immediate adoption. This event will run 10:30 a. m. to 3:30 p. m. at the PetSmart located at 203 E. Interstate 20, Suite 101 in South Arlington. This event is recurring every 2nd…

Wet dogs shaking off tepid water all over squealing, smiling and giggling summer Xtreme Teen Campers was quite a scene at the Animal Services Center (ASC) on July 31. The center and several of its adoptable pets were energized by the 48 sixth through tenth graders attending this year’s pet…

The Arlington City Council wants residents to know that “Support Quality Education” is a key priority for the work of our city. A successful community requires a variety of support systems and an environment that enables educational opportunities to flourish. Residents, students and families seeking a community to invest in desired…

The Arlington Parks and Recreation Department has teamed up with Mission Arlington once again to help send underprivileged children head back to school the supplies they need. From August 2-15, save 50% on admission to any Arlington Aquatics pool when you donate at least one school supply item per person.…

Having served on the Landmark Preservation Commission, Arlington resident Randy Hendricks has seen the unfortunate consequences of property neglect. Even if a building has historical significance, it could be torn down after years of abandonment due to safety concerns. This experience motivated Hendricks to spearhead an effort to create a neighborhood…

Army Lt. Col. Lora A. Rimmer, Commander of the Army ROTC “Maverick Battalion” at the University of Texas at Arlington, has been named the nation’s top professor of military science for 2014 by the U. S. Army Cadet Command. Rimmer was selected from among 275 professors at colleges and universities nationwide that…

Following a great summer, Dottie Lynn Recreation Center (DLRC) is gearing up for a new year of their popular After School Care program. DLRC is currently offering a 10-percent discount on all classes, and the After School Program, on Thursday, August 14th. “We are excited about the possibilities and opportunities that a…

The City of Arlington unveiled its proposed $425 million budget for Fiscal Year 2015 during the August 5th working session of City Council. The proposed General Fund budget is $213 million. Police and Fire account for 63 percent of the General Fund budget, with the remainder divided among other City departments. In…

While you could call them the “bee” team, Ray Rentschler and Mike Bass, who both work for Arlington Code Compliance Services, responded to a call on the evening of Monday, Aug 4 with nothing less than an A+ performance. Their challenge was to relocate an abandoned honey bee hive at…

Miss Ethel is a featured Golden Paws Senior Pet. This unbelievably gorgeous cat was surrendered because her previous owner could no longer care for her due to health reasons. This loving girl is extremely friendly and social, and truly enjoys human companionship. Ethel is a Domestic Medium Hair black and orange…

The fall 2014 Naturally Fun Magazine is officially available to the public in digital and print formats. Printed copies of the magazine are available at the Arlington Parks and Recreation Department (APRD) office, recreation centers, City Hall, and City of Arlington Libraries. ABOUT THE NATURALLY FUN MAGAZINEThe APRD produces three editions of the Naturally Fun Magazine each year…

It’s no wonder “Jethro” was chosen as our featured Dog of the Week at Arlington Animal Services. This four year old Labrador Retriever Mix is as smart and loyal as they come. Jethro has a gorgeous golden coat and is a very handsome fellow. Weighing approximately 86 pounds, don’t let…

Precious little “Bella” is our featured Cat of the Week at Arlington Animal Services. A gorgeous domestic short hair black and red Calico mix, Bella is a real sweetheart. Weighing approximately 5.60 pounds, Bella loves to be held and cuddled. Curious as any young kitty would be, this little girl is estimated to…

The Arlington Parks and Recreation Department will “kick off” its new FootGolf course at Meadowbrook Park Golf Course with FREE green fees from 12:00-6:00 p. m., on Saturday, Aug. 2. FootGolf is a combination of the popular sports of soccer and golf. Instead of golf clubs and golf balls, the game is played…

As part of the district’s strategic plan efforts to actively engage and partner with parents in the educational experience, the Arlington ISD has launched a new, more efficient way for parents to enroll students in the district for the 2014-2015 school year with online pre-registration beginning Friday, Aug. 1. Through infosnap,…

City of Arlington contractors will begin work August 6 to construct a sanitary sewer on a section of road in the 3400 block of Indian Trail. The road will be completely closed during construction, meaning drivers will need to find alternate routes. Weather permitting, all work is scheduled to be completed within…

Members of the Arlington Thunder Youth Football Association, featuring kids between ages 5 and 12, showed off their tackling skills for NFL Media’s cameras in town for the “Heads Up Football Across America” tour. The team began incorporating Heads Up Football — USA Football’s national initiative to make football better and…