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City of Arlington will use Cowboys Stadium for world-record CPR training attempt

Oslo, you're going down!

An official Guinness adjudicator will be on hand to verify the simultaneous training of 4,500 local eighth-graders.

Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009

Arlington council member to chair Tarrant Regional Transportation Coalition

Kathryn Wilemon has been a member of the TRTC since its inception in 2003.

Monday, Nov. 2, 2009

News of Fort Worth sewer overflow reported by Arlington officials

Don't worry, though: The discharge "does not pose a risk to public drinking water supplies."

Friday, Oct. 23, 2009

City of Arlington schedules public meeting to discuss Bowman Springs Road project

Question: What potential impact will the construction have on the Southwest Nature Preserve?

Monday, Aug. 31, 2009

Arlington schedules low-cost pet vaccine clinic for Sept. 12

Because dogs and cats need vaccinations, too.

Monday, Aug. 24, 2009

City of Arlington teams with Wal-Mart for ecofest event

This marks the first year that Arlington will participate in the Kumbaya-flavored, save-the-planet, eco-consciousness-raising event.

Monday, Aug. 24, 2009

City of Arlington still in budget slump despite projected Cowboys Stadium revenue

They're $13 mil in the hole, but the stadium will bring in $1.2 mil in sales tax revenue. Still isn't enough.

Thursday, Aug. 20, 2009

City of Arlington schedules town hall budget meetings

Like other municipalities in North Texas, Arlington faces a funding shortfall and resulting difficult decisions in regard to spending and taxes. (Translation: Times are tough.)

Monday, Aug. 17, 2009

City of Arlington holds teen-centric contests to promote their library card campaign

Both the Virtual Battle of the Bands and the video commercial contest are open to 7-12th graders enrolled in Arlington ISD (or Mansfield schools within the city limits of Arlington).

Monday, Aug. 10, 2009

Grand opening of Arlington fire station to be a big public deal

The reopening celebration, set for Sat., Aug 15, will feature a ribbon-cutting ceremony, public tours, and refreshments.

Monday, Aug. 10, 2009

Arlington proposing new taxes to fund school improvements

Eight-year-old computers? Do they even run on electricity?

Thursday, Aug. 6, 2009

ACT! for America group banned from holding meetings at Arlington library

The group reportedly failed to comply with two key library regulations.

Friday, July 31, 2009

Arlington Green Team members get big-time recognition at the Ballpark on July 30

Companies who've signed up for the program will have their names displayed on the center field scoreboard.

Wednesday, July 29, 2009

Arlington schedules unused pharmaceuticals collection event

"Give us your tired, your poor, your expired, your unwanted and unused pills and capsules -- and we'll dispose of 'em properly," say Water Utilities Dept. employees.

Wednesday, July 29, 2009

City of Arlington welcomes Journey of Hope marathon cyclists

Arlington is the approximate midway point for participants engaged in a 4,000 mile cross-country journey to raise awareness -- and money -- for people with disabilities.

Friday, July 17, 2009

Attention Arlington scofflaws: you might want to leave town next week

Or, like, just pay your outstanding fine, or otherwise clear your warrant.

Friday, July 10, 2009

City of Arlington to unveil Andrew Hayter Historical Marker in Founders Plaza

A host of local dignitaries will be on hand for the Friday, July 3 dedication.

Thursday, July 2, 2009

Arlington Mayor Robert Cluck to serve on advisory board of U.S. Conference of Mayors

Mayor Cluck was already a very busy guy. Now he'll be even busier.

Thursday, July 2, 2009

State approves funding for Arlington Municipal Airport

The funds will be used for planned airport improvements.

Monday, June 29, 2009

Big metal sculpture near Cowboys Stadium to be funded by Arlington professor, philanthropist

Seems the tall, erect, conical sculpture doesn't have a name yet -- though "ice cream cone" would not be my first thought.

Friday, June 26, 2009

Arlington celebrates Adopt-A-Cat month with free vaccinations and micro-chipping

Through June 30, giving a homeless kitty a home just got a whole lot cheaper.

Thursday, June 25, 2009

City of Arlington and UT Arlington plan Urban Design Center open house

The Friday (June 26) event will showcase the new Arlington Urban Design Center.

Thursday, June 25, 2009

Arlington topless club tries to regain permit after alleged marijuana misunderstanding

During a raid, police found marijuana on the premises after which time Hardbody's permit was revoked.

Tuesday, June 23, 2009

Light Up Arlington takes July 3 fireworks show downtown for 2009

Forget about lighting up the lake: there's more room for fireworks watchers in the heart of the city.

Friday, June 12, 2009

Arlington City Council gets its own suite at new Cowboys Stadium

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones gives a little something back to the city that helped him build the mega-colossal event venue.

Friday, June 12, 2009

Parking lots near Cowboys Stadium in Arlington to face more restrictions

The restrictions will most likely force a good portion of the independent lots to shut down, as it requires lots to be paved and not in residential areas.

Wednesday, June 10, 2009

Arlington goes on half-streetlight program beginning Monday night (June 1)

Every other streetlight along major roadways will be intentionally darkened as part of an energy/money conservation scheme.

Monday, June 1, 2009

Arlington Animal Services Center receives blood cell diagnostic device

The new center gets a new piece of equipment to help vets diagnose pet illnesses.

Monday, June 1, 2009

North Texas cities using red-light cameras seek to postpone effect of proposed state law banning them

... for up to 20 additional years.

Friday, May 22, 2009

UPDATED: Arlington to no longer be “Fun Central”

The city will unveil a new brand and logo Thursday morning.

Wednesday, May 20, 2009

Arlington municipal facility closes for something totally unrelated to swine flu

The Northeast Branch Library will be shut down for a few weeks for renovation.

Friday, May 8, 2009

Arlington schedules town hall meetings to talk about the city’s budget

The three meetings will be spread out across the city to make it easier for all interested parties to attend.

Friday, May 8, 2009

Arlington could require permit to operate off-site Cowboys game parking

The city is also considering setting a cap on how much off-site lots can charge for parking.

Thursday, May 7, 2009

Two Arlington-area schools shut down due to probable swine flu

One of 'em's in Mansfield ISD, actually - but Arlington kids go there.

Tuesday, May 5, 2009

It’s National Drinking Water Week, and Arlington giving away free low-flow showerheads

... to the first 200 residents who show up to claim them.

Monday, May 4, 2009

City of Arlington activates swine flu informational hotline

That number is not, in fact, BR-549. (Saaa-LUTE!)

Monday, May 4, 2009

Arlington approves water bond ordinance that will save the city $1 million

... over the next 10 years.

Friday, May 1, 2009

League of Women Voters to hold Arlington candidates forum

The forum will include candidates for mayor, city council, and school board seats.

Monday, April 13, 2009

Barbara Jordan Media Awards Luncheon set for Arlington’s new Cowboys Stadium

Randy Snow, gold medalist and four-time paralympian, will keynote the June 12 event.

Wednesday, April 8, 2009

Passport Arlington program encourages visits to municipal facilities, parks

Downside: it'll cost you $10 to get started.

Monday, April 6, 2009


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