Hello, my name is Gretel and I am the new Cat of the Week for the Arlington Animal Services’ Center! My real name is actually Gretel. My owner surrendered me on September 16 because of unrealistic expectations, no fault of my own. And now I find myself in the shelter…

Hello! My name is “Brownie” and I am Arlington Animal Services’ chosen Dog of The Week. I am a six month old, male brindle colored Pit Bull mix. Did you know that Pit Bulls are really smart and loyal? We love to run and play, so a family with older…

Its official opening is two weeks away, but the North Texas Youth Education Town is already getting rave reviews from someone who know a thing or two about rave reviews. When Melissa Young and her troops from her Dallas Black Dance company stopped by last week, they were thoroughly impressed…

Everything is on the line in game 163. Don’t miss your chance to cheer on the Texas Rangers as they take on the Tampa Bay Rays in a tiebreaker game for the final wild card spot. Apparently 162 games weren’t enough, as both teams ended the regular season with identical 91-71…

The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood will open CATS 35th season of theatre FOR youth, BY youth! Directed by CATS favorite UTA theatre professor, Joe Chapa, this show will be a wild twist on the classic tale. Written by Mary Lynn Dobson, this is a Robin Hood you’ve never seen before!It…

Are you an avid visitor of River Legacy Parks? You may have noticed the construction going on near the southeast corner of the Great Meadow. River Legacy Parks is the recent recipient of a Play Trail which has broken ground this week. The new play feature will be dedicated on Saturday, Oct.…

Arlington Mayor Robert Cluck, M. D., and Erma Johnson Hadley, chancellor of Tarrant County College, will give their reasons for supporting Cancer Prevention Study-3 at Tarrant County’s open enrollment kick-off set for 10:30 a. m. on Wednesday, Oct. 2 at Tarrant County College’s Trinity River Campus, 300 Trinity Campus Circle. Residents of Tarrant…

A UT Arlington researcher who spent two years studying how community-based organizations promoted health care in an affluent Texas county found that a lack of coordination and collaboration among agencies hindered their ability to serve the public. But Karabi Bezboruah, an assistant professor of the School of Urban and Public Affairs, also found…

Help the Arlington Public Library celebrate its 90th birthday during a huge bash this weekend. Stop by the George C. Hawkes Central Library, 101 E. Abram Street, on Saturday from noon to 2 p. m., as library volunteers — past and present — are recognized for their outstanding service. Hear 90-year-old Adell…

Need a booster seat for your child? The Arlington Municipal Court is holding a child safety seat check and free booster seat distribution event Sunday, Sept. 29, from 9:00 a. m. to noon, in the Arlington Municipal Court’s parking lot located at 101 S. Mesquite Street. At the event, certified child passenger…

The Arlington Police Department Tactical Unit was honored last night by their peers in the law enforcement industry for a June 2012 hostage rescue during which one of our own was critically injured with a gunshot wound to the head. At the National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA) Conference in Kansas…

Lake Arlington Golf Course has postponed its 50th Anniversary golf tournament scheduled for Saturday, September 28 due to inclement weather. Organizers are working on a makeup date in early November for the tournament. As soon as the new date is confirmed, MyArlingtonTX will update this story.

The 17th annual After Dark in the Park festival is a family-friendly fall event for children ages 2-10. The festival highlights the educational programs of River Legacy Living Science Center and features a unique children’s craft and activities area. This event promotes wholesome family entertainment in the outdoors and nurtures our natural connection with…

More than a decade ago, the number of psychiatric beds available for Tarrant County had sunk to fewer than 200. Slowly, that number is rebounding, and on Thursday, it got a big boost. Sundance Behavioral Healthcare in Arlington unveiled a 60-bed expansion that will double the psychiatric facility’s capacity and provide much-needed…

News Radio 1080 KRLD will broadcast live from Tierra Verde Golf Club in Arlington on Friday, Sept. 27 as part of the station’s “Your Hometown Tour.” This marks the third stop on the tour, which highlights unique people, places and issues of local interest in communities across North Texas. The live…

Following the wildly successful “Art on the Greene” art festival, Steve Moya of Moya Art Events is bringing a new type of street-art festival to Arlington this fall. Moya hopes the new South Street Art Festival, scheduled for September 27-29, will be a hit with professionals and tourists alike. This…

Are you looking for a new job or a career change?If so, ArlingtonAnswers. com is partnering with Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County and the City of Arlington to host a job fair on Thursday, September 26 from 9 a. m. – 2 p. m. at The Church on Rush Creek, 2350 SW Green Oaks Blvd. More than 65 area companies will be…

Lake Arlington Golf Course will celebrate its 50th Anniversary with a 18-hole four-person scramble on September 28, 2013. Registration is $90 per player and includes green fee, cart fee, lunch, dinner, and tournament gift bag. The shotgun start is at 1 p. m. Lunch will be served before play. Capping off the event…

Elzie Odom Athletic Center is one of the top recreation facilities in the area and do we have a treat for you! For the rest of September, when you purchase a two month membership, you get one additional month free! What if you wish to purchase a four-month membership? Well, in…

Planning to visit ready this year’s State Fair of Texas in Dallas, the biggest and brightest state fair in the land? Let the Metro ArlingtonXpress, or MAX, help you get there. This year’s highlight is the return of the Fair’s iconic host Big Tex. The big fella will be unveiled to the public…

Without a cloud in the sky, Arlington’s fifth annual Ecofest was a day full of education, green giveaways and family activities at Founders Plaza and Levitt Pavilion in Downtown Arlington on Sept. 21. Events ranged from learning about eco-friendly products and services from local vendors to free gardening classes and musical…

Meet Tom, the Arlington Animal Services’ Cat of the Week! Tom is a laid back gentleman that has a lot of love to give. He is an adult male black and brown Tabby cat that is approximately two years old and weighs 11 pounds. Tom is very friendly, loves attention…

Meet Molly, the chosen Dog of the Week for Arlington Animal Services’. Molly is a beautiful black and white medium hair female Border Collie mix. She is about 10 months old and weighs about 40 pounds. She is very sweet and loving and eager to please. She walks on a…

Get up close to the NCAA Division I action by reserving your premium seats now for Maverick basketball season play. Premium seating in the College Park Center includes two levels: courtside and club seating. Both levels include tickets to all home men’s and women’s basketball games as well as access…

As many of you know, being Mayor of Arlington isn’t the only hat I wear. I am also a doctor, having worked at Arlington Memorial Hospital for four decades. So, you can imagine that I have a great interest in medical issues and how those concerns intersect with government. One of…

Poodle skirts, hula-hoops, fun and laughter filled the Animal Services CenterEven the animals seemed to be smiling at the 2nd annual Animal Services’ Center Volunteer Appreciation Event. A 50s style theme had several volunteers and staff decked out in 50s attire to add to the fun and excitement of the…

The City of Arlington has detected a positive mosquito sample for West Nile Virus (WNV) in a trap located near Caliente and Commander Court, just north of Green Oaks in South Arlington. The City will conduct targeted ground spraying in an approximately half-mile radius around this location. This action plan…

The City of Arlington’s Department of Public Works and Transportation anticipates starting construction on Lovers Lane between Collins Street to Wynn Terrance and on Lackland Street between Park Row Drive to Daniel Drive in October 2013. Improvements include rebuilding the streets as concrete street, sidewalks, and water and sanitary sewer…

Free art festival featuring live music the weekend of September 27 Moya Art Events and Downtown Arlington Management Corporation present the 1st Annual South St. Art Festival for three days on Sept. 27 – 29. Located a block from the Levitt Pavilion, the festival showcases up to 75 artists from around…

The George W. Hawkes Central Library, 101 E. Abram Street, reopened Thursday at 9:00 a. m. after a plumbing problem kept it closed for two days. Contractors were able to contain and fix a leak before any major damage occurred.“Everything is back to normal,” Library Director Cary Siegfried said. “The library is…

“Go Green’ at Ecofest ArlingtonAre you interested in “going green? Head over to Founders Plaza and Levitt Pavilion this Saturday for Ecofest Arlington, a free, friendly oriented event designed to help stimulate environmental awareness. Vendors will be on hand to showcase their green products and practical do-it-yourself solutions for home…

At times the noise inside the Carter Junior High School gym was deafening, but that’s the way principal Rachael Brown wanted it. Students and teachers were excited to see Dallas Cowboys corner back Brandon Carr join team mascot Rowdy, the American Heart Association, the National Football League and Arlington Mayor…

For centuries, the Nigerian dundun, or “talking drum,” has captivated drummers around the world for the distinctive way it captures the pitch and rhythms of native language. Now, a UT Arlington associate professor is using his research to raise its profile in the United States. Michael Varner, associate professor of…

UT Arlington softball and baseball players will have clubhouses, training facilities and press boxes worthy of a world-class, collegiate program by January 2015 as a result of a $5.5 million softball/baseball complex expansion and renovation plan. A $5.5 million softball/baseball expansion and renovation will allow UTA to compete at the…

The Arlington Fire Department is mourning the loss of one of its beloved K-9 dogs. Hannah, a three year old Black Labrador, died on the operating table nearly two weeks ago from complications during surgery to remove a tumor. Even though she was new to the department, Hannah had been on…

Looking to take your small business to the next level? Join some of the region’s most successful entrepreneurs and professionals at the upcoming Southeast Tarrant Small Business & Technology Conference, which brings together entrepreneurs, business owners, executives, professionals, educators, and governmental leaders to exchange ideas, experience, and opportunities, with a…

If you’re planning a trip to Dallas, Fort Worth or other areas in the DFW Metroplex, let MAX help you get there. Here is today’s tip for making your trip a smooth experience. If you qualify for the reduced fare (seniors, students, disabled), you must have a reduced fare ID if…

If you have swung by the Bob Duncan Center recently, or taken a jog through Vandergriff Park, you have probably noticed the construction taking place near the Northwest side of the park. If you are an Arlington skateboarder or rollerblader – you have been waiting for this for a while and know exactly…

Anti-bullying initiatives have become standard at schools across the country, but a new UT Arlington study finds that students attending those schools may be more likely to be a victim of bullying than children at schools without such programs. The findings run counter to the common perception that bullying prevention…

Meet Roxy, the Arlington Animal Services’ Cat of the Week! Roxy is a unique four month old bob-tailed Tortoiseshell black and gold Domestic Short Hair. She is very sweet and calm, and loves to be petted. Roxy is a little shy at first, but she warms up quickly. This affectionate…

Good Day, Mate! May I introduce myself? My name is Oliver and I am the chosen Dog of the Week for Arlington Animal Services. I’m a handsome young fellow estimated to be around 10 months old, and weigh a healthy 44 pounds. I’m expected to be a medium-sized dog when I…

Even before dozens of Arlington ISD teachers, staff and community members scattered Saturday to knock on doors to learn the whereabouts of students who had not returned to school, they were coached on the laundry list of excuses they’d most likely receive. I’m working. I’m a new parent. I need transportation.…

Frustrated with society’s lack of concern for environmental awareness, one man fights back against those who would harm our planet. Follow the journey through the discovery of his true identity, as Eco-man, and join the revolution as we all lead the battle against environmental ignorance at Ecofest Arlington 2013 on September 21…

The George W. Hawkes Central Library will close temporarily for emergency plumbing repairs beginning on Tuesday, Sept. 17 and is expected to remain closed through Friday, Sept. 20. During this time, book drops will be open for library patrons to return material. Items held for patron reserves will be moved to…

After a brief debate, the Arlington City Council adopted Thursday night City Manager Trey Yelverton’s FY 2014 budget totaling $406 million. The budget supports the four priorities as identified by the City Council: Support Quality Education, Enhance Regional Mobility, Define an Identifiable Brand and Build a Thriving Community. Highlights from next year’s budget…

The Arlington Animal Services Center wants animals to travel in style. This weekend, staff members will unveil their new mobile adoption truck, a bright, clean and inviting space featuring a total of 16 kennels and a “bonding room” for spending quality time with an animal. With a climate control system,…

To be a true all-star takes skills on and off the field. Do you know someone who deserves recognition for hard work and a winning attitude? The City of Arlington invites area coaches and teachers to nominate a High School Student Athlete of the Month. Simply submit the names of students who…

More than 33,300 students call The University of Texas at Arlington their academic home this fall, enrollment that demonstrates a period of sustained growth for the University, preliminary census figures show. Enrollment was up slightly from fall 2012 but consistent with dramatic gains in enrollment this decade. Overall, UT Arlington has grown more…

This Weekend’s Concerts at Levitt Pavilion The Levitt Pavilion’s 2013 Texas Power Fall Concert continues this week with several great artists:Friday: Soul Track Mind – Resurrecting the groove of vintage soul. Saturday:Saturday: Foreigner – Classic rock’s “Juke Box Heroes” headline Saturday’s benefit concert at 7:30 p. m. Tickets required for this…

The City of Grand Prairie is reporting one West Nile Virus positive mosquito sample. This brings the total to 14 positive mosquitoes samples this season in Grand Prairie. The City’s Environmental Services Department will ground spray the following areas for two consecutive nights on Thursday, Sept. 12, and Friday, Sept.…

The crisp peal of a memorial bell penetrated the morning air as Arlington emergency workers, city officials and other mourners gathered Wednesday to mark the anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. Arlington Mayor Robert Cluck, Fire Chief Don Crowson and Police Chief Will Johnson presided over a solemn 9/11…

The University of Texas at Arlington ranks No. 5 among the nation’s most ethnically diverse campuses, according to the 2014 rankings of national universities that U. S. News & World Report released Tuesday. Also, UT Arlington’s undergraduate business program jumped to No. 119 this year among 388 similar programs, up from 141…

Pesky plastic trash bags. Takeout pizza boxes. Aluminum foil. Empty aerosol cans. Thanks to a new state-of-the-art recycling complex, Arlington residents will for the first time be able to recycle a slew of new items, helping the city dramatically cut waste and divert more from landfills. Leaders from Arlington and other area…

Beginning September 16, jumping on the Metro ArlingtonXpress, or MAX, will be as easy as pulling out a smartphone, pressing a few buttons and boarding the bus. No longer will you have to carry exact change or a paper ticket to board MAX. Thanks to GoPass, a new mobile ticketing application, MAX…

Interested in harvesting rainwater using a rain barrel but don’t know how? Register today for the “Make a Rain Barrel” class presented by the City of Arlington Water Utilities Department on Saturday, September 21 at 10 a. m. in the Arlington City Hall Council Chambers. Rain barrels are a great way to…

A UT Arlington engineer has received a $142,223 National Science Foundation grant to develop a mathematical method of ensuring for consistency in various manufacturing processes that produce complex data. Li Zeng, assistant professor of Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering, will conduct research on improving processes in advanced manufacturing. Li Zeng,…

Ridership on the Metro ArlingtonXpress, or MAX, commuter bus service increased during its second week of service. MAX provided 1,216 one-way trips during service August 26-30. The daily number of trips – when a person steps onto a bus for a ride – ranged from 186 to 265. MAX, which connects…

Arlington Animal Services’ is pleased to announce “Little Gurl” as the Dog of the Week. Little Gurl is a darling Welsh Corgi Cardigan/Mini Dachshund Mix. She is six years old and weighs approximately 29 pounds. This precious little doll was surrendered to our shelter due to the health of her owner…

The City of Arlington has launched a new mobile app to help citizens access the latest information on the city’s proposed budget for 2014. The new app is designed to increase resident engagement and overall transparency. The app is available for free on the iPhone and iPad, and the mobile app…

Country superstar George Strait plans to end his two-year farewell tour in the home of the Dallas Cowboys, AT&T Stadium in Arlington. Strait joined Cowboys owner Jerry Jones during a Monday news conference at the stadium to announce the last leg of “The Cowboy Rides Away” tour. Although he announced his…

Lake Arlington Golf Course will celebrate its 50th Anniversary with a 18-hole four-person scramble on September 28, 2013. Registration is $90 per player and includes green fee, cart fee, lunch, dinner, and tournament gift bag. The shotgun start is at 1 p. m. Lunch will be served before play. Capping off the event…

Meet Emily, Arlington Animal Services’ Cat of the Week! Emily is a three month old buff Tabby female kitten looking for some love and that special someone to come adopt her! She came into the shelter on August 28 as a stray and is looking for her new fur-ever home.…

The City of Grand Prairie reports two West Nile Virus positive mosquito samples. This brings the total to 13 positive mosquitoes samples this season in Grand Prairie. The City’s Environmental Services Department will ground spray the following areas for two consecutive nights on Friday, Sept. 6, and Saturday, Sept. 7,…

Did you know approximately 61% of Arlington residents work outside of the city? That’s according to 2010 U. S. Census data used by the City of Arlington to create a profile of the city’s residents. If you happen to work in Dallas or Fort Worth areas, avoid the highway traffic and let…

The long-awaited dedication ceremony for the Southwest Nature Preserve has officially been set. The preserve will be publicly dedicated on Saturday, October 19, 2013, at a time soon to be determined. A number of events are planned for the dedication including park tours, fishing, geocaching demonstrations as well as free food.…

UT Arlington students from multiple academic disciplines will combine efforts to help educate lower-income, diverse community groups about diabetes prevention and control through a new, $25,000 grant from the Ford Motor Company Fund. The University of Texas at Arlington has been named one of nine 2013 grant winners through the company’s…

When Beverly Windsor turned 70 years old, she sent an e-mail to her neighbors asking them not to bring gifts. Instead, she requested nonperishable food items for the National Night Out 2013 Food Drive. Windsor was among many neighborhood coordinators collecting canned goods and packaged food items over the weekend. This…

Looking for a great book to read?Stop by the Friends of the Arlington Public Library Book Sale to find a bargain and support your library too. The sale is expected to have over 50,000 items. Be sure to stop by the Unique Treasures Area to find a real treasure!Fall Book…

National Night Out is Tuesday, Oct. 1. This month’s On Call newsletter has everything you need to get your neighborhood party started! Also in this issue, read how one neighbor’s knock at the door is making important connections. Examples of great police work, crime prevention highlights and more are inside…

Free Concerts at Levitt Pavilion for Performing ArtsIf you missed any of the great artists performing at the Levitt this summer, don’t worry. The Levitt Pavilion’s 2013 Texas Power Fall Concert Series kicks off August 30 with another great band. Grab your lawn chairs, bring the food and coolers, and…

The Arlington City Council is leading the charge to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of transportation connections within and beyond the City’s borders. As a way of updating residents, the City of Arlington publishes the Enhance Regional Mobility quarterly newsletter to track progress, measure achievements and highlight what the City…

Cynthia Stamper has volunteered with the Arlington Public Library since she retired in November 2008. During her professional career, Cynthia worked as a forensic accountant for the federal government. Prior to that, she was a certified public accountant. She has always wanted to work in a library and knew that…

For almost 30 years, customers have counted on the photography expertise and wide array of cameras, lens, gear and electronics at Arlington Camera, a family-owned business located at Randol Mill Road and Cooper Street. But Bill and Angela Porter have noticed a disheartening trend: potential customers come into the store to…

Now that the Metro ArlingtonXpress, or MAX, is rolling down city streets, residents are finding new ways to use this great new service. If you have a medical or dental appointment in Dallas or Fort Worth, why not use MAX to get there? It’s perfect for people without transportation or for…

Hello! My name is “Redd” and I’m the Arlington Animal Services’ Center’s chosen dog of the week! Hopefully everyone had a wonderful weekend with their families and friends. Sadly though, I heard “something” was missing from your weekend. Do you know what it was? It was me! I’m a young…

Meet Allie, the Arlington Animal Services’ Center’s Golden PAWS Senior Pet of the Month! Allie is a cute six year old, seven pound Chihuahua mix, and though she’s not large in size she’s got a whole lot of love to give. Allie was brought in as a stray, but she’d…

Lamar High School’s Madrigals to join classic rockers during sold-out concertIt’s a big weekend for the Levitt Pavilion when Texas Health/Arlington Memorial Hospital presents Foreigner for the Levitt’s annual benefit concert Sept. 14! The concert with classic rock’s “Juke Box Heroes” has been sold out for weeks. Arlington’s Lamar High School Madrigals…

Arlington will spread the word on going green at Ecofest Arlington, a free, family-fun event packed full of information, activities and demonstrations that promote environmental awareness. This is the fifth consecutive year of the event. Ecofest Arlington takes place on Saturday, September 21 from 10am to 10pm at Founders Plaza,…

Meet Johnnie! Johnnie is the Arlington Animal Services’ Center’s Cat of the Week! Johnnie came in as a stray when a nice citizen brought him into the shelter on August 12 after they found him. Johnnie has been ever so friendly since he arrived at the shelter. He is a…

In observance of Labor Day, the Metro ArlingtonXpress, or MAX, will not operate any service on Monday, September 2 in observance of Labor Day. Regularly scheduled service will resume on Tuesday, September 3. For more information about MAX, visit RideTheMax. com. You may also follow us on Facebook at RideTheMax and on…