Mark your calendars for January 31, and February 1, 2014 because the Daddy Daughter Dance is returning to Arlington! Three separate, Paris-themed dances will be held at the Bob Duncan Center this year. The popular event is the perfect opportunity for fathers and daughters to dress up and spend quality time…

It’s finally time to bid farewell to 2013 – and we take a look back at the stories that captured our readers’ attention. Here’s a list of 13 of MyArlington’s top stories for the year 2013.1. George Strait – George Strait’s concert announcement was the one that captured the most attention…

Are you heading to Dallas tonight for the Big D New Year’s Day celebration? Don’t let traffic and parking hassles get in your way. MAX is available until late tonight for those who will be returning home after the party ends. Parking is free at the College Park stop and a…

Arlington Animal Services is proud to announce our Golden PAWS Senior Pet of the Month “April”. Beautiful April is an eight year old miniature Dachshund Mix. She is approximately 11 pounds of cuteness! A gentle girl, April enjoys being a lap dog and spending time with people. This little girl…

Meet Stan, this week’s Cat of the Week at the Arlington Animal Services’ Center! Stan is a long hair orange and white male adult Tabby cat. He is approximately two years old and he weighed about six and a half pounds at intake. Stan was brought into the shelter on…

Meet “Manny”, Arlington Animal Services “Dog of the Week”. Manny is a male Shepherd mix who is approximately two and a half years old. A gentle soul, Manny is very friendly and loves people. He enjoys the outdoors and is good on a leash. Manny is a gentle man, who…

Join us for the second public meeting regarding the Hugh Smith / East Branch Library Project, at Hugh Smith Recreation Center, on Thursday, Jan. 9, 2014, from 6:30 – 8:30 p. m. The Arlington Parks and Recreation Department and Arlington Public Library are proposing to complete a programmatic assessment for replacing the Hugh…

Rally Day at AT&T StadiumPack up the kids and head over to AT&T Stadium on Saturday, December 28 from 10 a. m. to 6 p. m. for Rally Day. This fun event includes a tour of AT&T Stadium (self guided or with a tour guide), photo ops with Rowdy the Cowboys mascot,…

Computerized neurocognitive testing for concussions is widely used in amateur and professional sports, but little research over the past decade proves its effectiveness, a paper published this month in the journal Neuropsychology Review says. Jacob Resch, director of the Brain Injury Laboratory at The University of Texas at Arlington, is lead author on the…

This year, Arlington Police Chief Will Johnson shared the holiday spirit by working Christmas Day for an evening shift officer who otherwise would not have been able to take the day off. To select an officer, Chief Johnson held his first ever “Holiday Photo Caption” contest in November. Evening shift officers…

A UT Arlington landscape architect and his graduate students have published three case studies for the 2013 Case Study Investigation Series for the Landscape Architecture Foundation that help show environmental, economic and social benefits of notable projects in that sector. The case studies analyze the benefits of Klyde Warren Park in Dallas, the University…

Sheppard is our Cat of the Week for the Arlington Services Center! Sheppard is an adult male orange and white Tabby cat. He was found outside trapped in a feral cat trap and brought into the shelter on December 13. He might look a little rough around the edges, but…

Meet Greta, the Arlington Animal Services featured Dog of the Week. Greta is a Terrier mix. A sweet little girl, Greta is most definitely a little lap dog. She loves to be held and enjoys being with people. A little shy at our facility, Greta’s personality is sure to blossom…

CHRISTMASTuesday, December 24, 2013What’s Closed: City Hall City Office Tower Arlington Municipal Court Arlington Animal Services Center George W. Hawkes Central Library and all branch libraries Handitran office and Handitran special transportation services Parks and Recreation Department administrative offices Lake Arlington operations Arlington Tennis Center Hugh Smith Indoor Pool Senior…

Four University of Texas at Arlington faculty members and senior administrators have been named fellows of the National Academy of Inventors. They are Frank Lewis, electrical engineering professor and a University Distinguished Scholar Professor; Carolyn Cason, a nursing professor and vice president for research; Ron Elsenbaumer, professor of chemistry and…

Celebrating 25 Years!The Arlington Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration has reached a milestone. In 2014, the Arlington community will commemorate 25 years of MLK celebrations. The Arlington MLK Celebration started in 1989 with a worship service on Dr. King’s birthday, which had been established as a federal holiday in America. The…

After the holidays are over, residents and businesses are encouraged to recycle Christmas trees. Two free drop-off locations are available from Dec. 26, 2013 through Jan. 13, 2014: South Arlington Calloway’s Nursery 4940 S. Cooper St. 9 a. m. to 6 p. m. daily 817-465-2838 Christmas trees should be loaded into one…

Eighth Annual Women’s 5K and Kid’s 1 Mile Fun Run Benefits SafeHaven ShelterOn Saturday, January 4, 2014 at 9 a. m., the Jiggle Butt Run takes off at College Park Center at The University of Texas at Arlington (601 Spaniolo Dr.) and meanders through surrounding neighborhoods in the Downtown Arlington area.…

Choosing to adopt a cute, four-legged family member can be an exciting and rewarding experience. Thanks to people living in the Arlington area, homeless pets are finding adoptive families through the Arlington Animal Services Center (AASC) pet adoption program. The center’s goal is to find a lifelong, loving home for adoptable…

Road udpate 12/27/13 at 2:00 p. m. – All lanes on W. Green Oaks have reopened. Water utilities crews in the City of Arlington are working to repair a 42” leaking water line in the median of W. Green Oaks, just south of Arkansas Lane. Workers have excavated to expose the pipe…

It took Irene Gutierrez two years to get a driver’s license. Couldn’t pass the 25-question written exam. She could read it. Just couldn’t understand it. So imagine what she was up against in the General Educational Development (GED) exam, which measures proficiency in science, mathematics, social studies, reading and writing. It was what…

The Arlington Fire Department (AFD) has a new weapon in its mission to save lives. What’s more is that it isn’t costing Arlington taxpayers one extra dime in taxes. On the evening of May 22, 2013, firefighters and paramedics responded to a content fire at the house of Willie George, who…

Basketball Doubleheader at UTACatch UT Arlington’s Reger Dowell, one of the top scorers in the country, and the rest of the Mavs as they take on Cal State-Bakersfield at College Park Center. Tipoff is 1 p. m. After the men play, cheer on the Lady Mavs as they play Texas A&M-Corpus…

On Dec. 10 and 11, the Capital Needs Steering Committee hosted four community dialogues to solicit feedback from community members regarding options for capital needs that will help the committee further develop those options and determine priorities for capital needs in the areas of facilities, technology, transportation, fine arts and…

The Arlington Police Department will be out in force this holiday season looking for intoxicated drivers. “Our officers will be working high-visibility enforcement along area roadways to locate signs of impaired drivers,” said Sgt. Steve Chao with the D. W. I. Enforcement Unit. Arlington Police are also participating in “No Refusal” operations…

Arlington police employees will deliver gifts to hundreds of families this week as part of the 27th Arlington Police Department/Arlington Police Association Santa Cops program. On Wednesday, December 18, between 5:30 p. m. and 8:30 p. m., officers and volunteers will deliver gifts during a party at the Arlington Convention Center that…

The 2014 Animal Essay Contest, the annual competition that inspires Arlington students in grades three through six to pen essays on topics relating to responsible pet ownership, is officially open. Last year was one of the most competitive contests ever with over 1,000 entries. Butler Elementary School students had the most…

Some City of Arlington employees are doing their part to help those in need have a merry Christmas. On December 12, the Public Works and Transportation Department held its annual holiday luncheon at the Bob Duncan Center. Approximately 200 employees attended and enjoyed a wonderful meal and entertainment by Bill Bateman…

A dream to make biking and walking safer between Dallas and Fort Worth is close to becoming a reality, thanks to a partnership involving five area cities. The goal: connect downtown Dallas and downtown Fort Worth with an uninterrupted, 64-mile stretch of bike trail that runs through Arlington. Mayor Robert Cluck…

The Northeast Branch Library, located at 1905 Brown Blvd., is now open after city workers were able to make the necessary repairs to the facility’s boiler. While the building was closed, patrons used TechLINK, the library’s mobile computing vehicle, for computer and Internet access. The Library Department appreciates customer patience during the…

Keep your game sharp or learn how to play tennis this holiday season at the Arlington Tennis Center’s Holiday Junior Camps from Dec. 26, 2013 – Jan. 3, 2014. Arlington Tennis Center junior camps are designed for all levels of players ages 7-17. Our 10 and Under (7-8 and 9-10 age…

Service-oriented businesses that want to succeed with minority customers should consider hiring frontline employees who represent those ethnic groups, particularly when the business caters to Hispanics or Asians, a recent UT Arlington study contends. The paper, “Shared ethnicity effects on service encounters: A study across three U. S. subcultures,” was authored by Elten Briggs,…

Police Chief Will D. Johnson announced a “Holiday Photo Caption” contest back in early November for evening shift officers. The contest rules were simple: Officers would need to look at a photograph and write a caption to accompany the picture. The photo included K9 Mojo standing between several boxes of…

Firefighters will be recognized on Wednesday, December 18 at 4:00 p. m. for saving a victim of smoke inhalation using a Cyanokit. On the evening of May 22, 2013 firefighters and paramedics responded to a house fire. The homeowner called 911, saying that he was disabled, his house was on fire…

Meet “Blu”, Arlington Animal Services’ Dog of the Week. Blu is a male Siberian Husky Mix who is approximately three years old. This handsome young boy has a beautiful brown and white bi-color coat that is soft as can be. Blu is quite the gentleman and knows how to sit…

Meet Chester, Arlington Animal Services’ Cat of the Week! Chester wants nothing more than to find his fur-ever home – to come home with you for the holidays and beyond. Chester is an amazing older kitten with an amazing personality. Chester is a solid black male kitten, about eight months…

Due to winter weather, the 33rd Congressional District Job Fair has been rescheduled for Friday, January 24, 2014, from 8:30 a. m. – noon at the Tarrant County Resource Connection Conference Center, 2300 Circle Drive in Fort Worth. Mark your calendars for this important event as you will have the opportunity to…

Beginning this week, Arlington residents at risk of eviction and homelessness can apply for financial assistance through the Homeless Housing and Services Program (HHSP). The Arlington HHSP is a state funded initiative that will be used to further the Arlington 10-year Plan to End Chronic Homelessness by 2019. The Arlington…

An abundance of boys and girls were so good this year that the North Pole elves need help making all of the memorable holiday gifts! Join us at the Hugh Smith Recreation Center on Saturday, Dec. 21 from 9-11 a. m. for the Santa’s Little Helpers event!Help create Christmas ornaments, decorate cookies, and listen to a…

The housing market seems to be improving in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. According to a new report from CoreLogic, the number of completed home foreclosures in the Dallas-Fort Worth area during the last year has dropped 36 percent from 2012 levels. Lenders foreclosed on 7,264 area homes during the 12-month period…

We’ve all lost something at some point in our lives. Losing something as important your wallet is huge. But what’s even bigger – some might even call it a miracle – is when it magically turns up on your front porch.“When I came home on Monday [Dec 9], I found…

A holiday tradition returned Friday to the Senior Recreation Center on Eunice Street. About 200 seniors gathered for the Mayor’s Holiday Luncheon, which included barbecue, holiday music and fellowship with Arlington Mayor Robert Cluck. The mayor, along with several city staffers, served and pampered invited guests, including former Mayor Elzie Odom, who…

Tickets for the 2014 Sun Belt Conference Basketball Tournament are now on sale. The men’s tournament runs from March 13-16 while the women’s tournament is scheduled from March 12-15. All games will be played at the Lakefront Arena in New Orleans. Ticket books are priced at $99 and are now available at…

The Arlington Police Department is asking for the public’s help locating a missing Arlington man who was last seen by his family Thursday evening. Billy Kirby Sr., an 86-year-old man who is showing signs of developing dementia, is believed to be driving a 2002 Blue Chevy Silverado with Texas license…

The Lights at InterlochenThe Lights at Interlochen, a popular holiday lights tradition in Arlington, returns Saturday, Dec. 14 and runs through Dec. 25. More than 200 homes in this Arlington neighborhood participate and have been enchanting visitors with their extravagant Christmas lights, decorations and displays for more than 35 years.…

One Arlington nonprofit is giving the gift of Christmas this holiday season. Beginning Saturday, Dec. 14, thousands of parents are expected to visit the Mission Arlington Christmas Store to shop for gifts for their loved ones at no charge. The Christmas Store provides more than 35,000 toys to families each year. A generous community continues…

Winter break is almost upon us and that means it’s time to have fun at one of Elzie Odom’s Winter Break Camps, from Dec. 23, 2013 – Jan. 2, 2014. Our “Snowed-In” camp is all about games, activities and sports. Join us for this camp from December 23-27 from 7 a. m.…

Erich Sullins, a senior offensive lineman for Lamar High School, has been selected as the City of Arlington’s November 2013 Student-Athlete of the Month. Sullins, an honor roll student, currently carries a 3.77 overall GPA on 4.0 scale. During his high school career, Erich has been a member of the National…

As the ice melts in the Arlington, local retailers are really hoping sales will begin to heat up once again. City leaders and businesses throughout Arlington have appealed to area residents to keep their holiday shopping in the city. Before you head out to do your Christmas shopping, click on the following links…

The contest got off to an icy beginning with the wintery weather this Monday, the 9th of December, but that will not freeze up the enthusiasm and creativity of students in grades three through six competing in the thirteenth annual Arlington Animal Essay Contest. Last year was one of the most…

Have you finished your Christmas shopping? If not, two Arlington icons are offering City employees an opportunity to find some last-minute gifts. The Arlington Museum of Art and Downtown Arlington Farmer’s Market have joined forces to host “Festive Fridays” for municipal workers on Friday, Dec. 13 & 20 from 10 a. m.…

Inside the December issue of On Call, find out what your Arlington Police Department is doing to make the holiday season brighter and safer. Also in this issue, crime prevention highlights from Police districts, accolades, promotions, calendar items and more! The On Call newsletter is published monthly by the APD Community…

As the Arlington area continues to thaw, local plumbers are expecting a very busy week, answering calls for broken pipes. Pipes not only can burst when they are frozen, but also during the thawing process, which can lead to water damage. Read more on how you protect your pipes during…

Arlington held the official lighting of the city’s Christmas tree on the steps of City Hall. Normally the lighting is held in conjunction with the Holiday Lights Parade. However, with inclement weather forcing the cancellation of the Christmas parade, that was not possible this year. Mayor Robert Cluck officiated a short…

The Northeast Branch Library, located at 1905 Brown Blvd., is currently closed due to no heat in the building. City of Arlington workers should be able to assess the situation once the boiler and pipes thaw out. Expect the Northeast Branch Library to be closed for the remainder of the…

J. Ping Liu, a University of Texas at Arlington physics professor who is working to develop stronger magnets for sustainable energy applications, has been named a fellow of the American Physical Society in 2013. Liu joined the UT Arlington Department of Physics College of Science in 2002 and researches the…

The Arlington ISD Capital Needs Steering Committee is hosting four community dialogues to solicit feedback from community members. Individuals who attend the dialogue sessions will complete questionnaires regarding options for capital needs that will help the Capital Needs Steering Committee further develop those options and determine priorities for capital needs…

Meet Jax, the Arlington Animal Services Special Dog of the Week. Jax is a 14 month old Retriever/Labrador mix. He is a medium size dog, weighs 40 pounds and has already been altered. Our volunteers have noted that Jax is very playful and loves to be around other animals. He…

Last week’s winter weather created significant problems throughout North Texas and forced the cancellation or postponement of many events. Some of the events have been rescheduled, while others have not. Here is a list of the ones we have been notified about:Arlington Christkindl MarketThe Christkindl Market will reopen on Tuesday, Dec.…Last week’s winter weather created significant problems throughout North Texas and forced the cancellation or postponement of many events. Some of the events have been rescheduled, while others have not. Here is a list of the ones we have been notified about:Arlington Christkindl MarketThe Christkindl Market will reopen on Tuesday, Dec.…

The City of Arlington’s Office of Emergency Management continues to monitor the situation on city streets and weather conditions in the area. Here are some important details from a Monday morning report. According to the National Weather Service, Monday will be cloudy, with a high temperature of 35 degrees today. North…

Say hello to Gadget, this week’s Cat of the Week at the Arlington Animal Services’ Center! Gadget is an amazing cat, with one of the best personalities you will ever meet in a feline. Gadget was adopted as a small kitten from the shelter over a year and a half…

The summer heat might have left the area but that doesn’t mean we don’t like to swim in the winter – especially if Santa will be there. Join us for our annual “Swim with Santa” event on Dec. 13, from 6-9 p. m., at the Hugh Smith Indoor Pool. Grab your suits and…

According to Arlington officials, city government facilities will open at 10 a. m. today due to inclement weather. All non-essential personnel will report to work at 10 a. m. Emergency services will operate without interruption. Please monitor the City of Arlington website, Facebook or Twitter pages for updates.

The air is getting colder, the holidays are near. A time for celebration, with friends we hold so dear! We won’t be beat on prices!Save 5-50 percent at any of the Arlington Golf Open Houses. Tierra Verde Golf Club, Lake Arlington Golf Course, and Chester Ditto Golf Course will all…

The ice storm that’s hit Arlington has altered the schedule of the Arlington Christkindl Market once again. Here is the statement received from Henry Lewczyk, Vice President of Marketing & Member Business Development for the Arlington Chamber of Commerce:“Due to the ice buildup on the streets and the safety concerns for…

Ice and freezing rain have settled into North Texas – and City of Arlington crews are working hard to treat major Arlington thoroughfares. The Texas Department of Transportation is managing highways and interstates – which include Cooper Street, Pioneer Parkway, Collins and Division in Arlington. TxDOT is reporting the closure of…

Due to inclement weather, the annual Holiday Lights Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony scheduled for Saturday, December 7 has been canceled. Here is the statement issued by event organizers:“With significant power outages across the city, this situation has magnified beyond what we expected. While the parade is very near and dear…

According to the City of Arlington, city offices will be closed Friday, December 6, 2013 due to inclement weather. All essential staff, including Arlington winter-weather personnel, Police and Fire Departments, will report for their normal shifts. Essential City services will be maintained throughout the weekend – Fire, EMS, Public Works/Transportation and Dispatch…

As of 4:45 p. m. on Thursday, Dec. 5, the following Weekend Buzz events are scheduled to run as planned, but all are subject to change due to the ice storm impacting North Texas. Holiday Lights Parade in Downtown Arlington – CANCELED While freezing temperatures are expected Saturday, a holiday tradition will continue as…

Due to the icy road conditions in Arlington, the Metro ArlingtonXpress (MAX) will run throughout the day, but commuters should expect some delays. DART officials advise that there could be detours or route adjustments depending on the weather conditions. Commuters should sign up for DART email alerts to get timely updates on…

With a high impact ice storm “very likely” for our region, according to the National Weather Service, the City of Arlington is reminding residents that driving conditions could be unpredictable and dangerous. Stay off the road as much as possible and use extreme caution when travel is necessary. City officials are…

The November 11 Maverick Speakers Series appearance of CNN anchor Anderson Cooper has been rescheduled for 7:30 p. m. Monday, Feb. 10, 2014. The event will be held at UT Arlington’s College Park Center, 601 Spaniolo Drive. Individuals who held general or preferred tickets to the November 11 lecture will have an opportunity…

Big Thought’s successful service learning initiative SLANT kicked-off a new year of programming on Sept. 4 at Charles Rice Learning Center in Dallas ISD. SLANT – which stands for Service Learning Adventures in North Texas – is designed to inspire youth to take up the challenge of improving their neighborhoods and…

Arlington Mayor Robert Cluck helped to light a giant menorah Monday night. The ceremonial lighting at City Hall, led by the Chabad of Arlington, helped celebrate the fifth day of Chanukah, the Jewish Festival of Lights. People enjoyed a Chanukah musical, arts and crafts for kids, as well as latkes and…

Brace yourself—winter is coming! With temperatures dropping below freezing, the City of Arlington wants to remind residents to protect their pipes and know what to do if water or sewer problems emerge when cold weather strikes. Prepare for frozen weather by following these tips: Open cabinet doors under sinks to expose…

The Lights at Interlochen, a popular holiday lights tradition in Arlington, returns Saturday, Dec. 14. The Arlington Police Department will assist with traffic to ensure safe travel through neighborhoods. Traffic posts will be staffed by officers from 7 p. m. to 11 p. m. each night beginning Dec. 14 through Christmas night.…

Meet Carson the Arlington Animal Services’ Dog of the Week! Carson is a handsome tan and black, neutered, male Chihuahua Mix about five years old and weighing 11 pounds. Carson is a well behaved friendly little man that would love someone to snuggle with during the chilly weather. Carson has…

Black Friday brought more than great shopping deals to North Texas residents. This year, the day after Thanksgiving was the start of the third Arlington Christkindl Market, an outdoor German holiday market that offers authentic German cuisine, artisan wares and musical performances. The event, which has no admission or parking fees,…

Meet Miss Kitty! The Arlington Animal Services’ Center Golden PAWS Pet of the Month! Miss Kitty (real name) is a 10-year-old black and brown Tabby who found herself in the shelter when her previous owners decided to move on without her. Despite this unfortunate circumstance, she has remained a perfect…

This week, enjoy a day out in Arlington at the third annual Arlington Christkindl Market located at the corner of Ballpark Way and Road to Six Flags just outside Rangers Ballpark. With vendors showing off a variety of authentic German holiday products, food, music, live entertainment and family activities, you’re…

THESE OPEN HOUSE EVENTS ARE CANCELED AND HAVE BEEN RESCHEDULED, CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATIONThe air is getting colder, the holidays are near. A time for celebration, with friends we hold so dear! Enjoy seasonal music and light hors d’oeuvres from Ventana Grille as you finish shopping for the golfer on…

Are you looking for a fun, loving, outgoing kitty to adopt? Well…look no further; Dragon is the cat for you! Meet Dragon, Arlington Animal Services’ Cat of the Week! Dragon is a one year old male Tuxedo black and white cat. He is a healthy 12 pounds and he is…