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West Nile Virus – Fight the Bite!
The weather is starting to heat up, and thousands of people will be enjoying the outdoors this holiday weekend. The City of Arlington is testing mosquito samples for any sign of West Nile Virus as we head toward summer. We caught up with our Environmental Services Manager, Barbara Martindale, to find out what the City [...]
At City-Wide Garage Sale, Bargain Hunters Search for Hidden Treasures
Anna Ramirez sorted through tables of baby clothes, women’s dresses and kitchen ware, on a mission to find a bargain. “I love shopping, and this is a guilt-free way of doing it,” said Ramirez, her arms overflowing with clothes. “You never know what you’ll find.” Ramirez was among the hundreds who browsed the goods at [...]
I Love Arlington Pic of the Week
“I Love Arlington” Pic of the Week
Congratulations to Ester Trevino for the “I Love Arlington” Pic of the Week! Spring showers have the landscaping looking happy and green and we love this picture of an afternoon bike ride at the beautiful Richard Greene Linear Park in Arlington’s Entertainment District. This week’s theme was “Weekend Fun” and we hope everyone takes time to get outdoors [...]
Boys & Girls Club of Arlington Crowns its Champions for Kids
Most people know Russell Maryland as the first player chosen in the 1991 NFL draft, winner of two NCAA football championships and three Super Bowls with the Dallas Cowboys, All-American, All-Pro, College Football Lineman of the Year and a defensive tackle so huge stopping him was a little like wrestling a fast-moving bus. But before [...]
It’s Time To Get Ready! How To Transition Your Yard
Preparing Your Yard Now for Impending Water Restrictions Could Protect It… And Save You Money The Tarrant Regional Water District will initiate stage 1 of the drought plan on Monday, June 3, 2013. Stage 1 requires mandatory water restrictions. Once the water restrictions are in place, Arlington residents will be limited to watering a maximum [...]
Arlington Provides Tips for Tree Care During Drought
Arlington officials are keeping a close eye on a large inventory of city maintained trees, particularly those not watered by an irrigation system. The Parks and Recreation Department is utilizing watering trucks and personnel to water these trees by hand. Property owners are encouraged to do the same. Officials want residents and business owners to [...]
PetSmart® Adoptions Beginning of the Legacy – Volunteers Recognized
These dedicated Volunteers are the beginning of a legacy to carry on for generations Smiles, cheers, and applause filled Arlington’s Animal Services’ Center as the PetSmart® Adoption Team Volunteers were recognized on Saturday, May 4. Animal Services Manager Chris Huff recognized the 2012/2013 PetSmart® and Pretty Pooch Team Volunteers. Staff took [...]
City-Wide Garage Sale is May 18
Spring cleaning is in the air! Clean out your closets and come sell your stuff at our City-wide Garage Sale on Saturday, May 18 from 7am-3pm. The garage sale will take place at Meadowbrook Recreation Center, 1400 Dugan St., 76010, and feature both indoor and outdoor booth rentals. Booth rental fees start as low as [...]
I Love Arlington Pic of the Week
“I Love Arlington” Pic of the Week
Congratulation to Ashlee Eason Mathis winner of the “I Love Arlington” pic of the week! Ashlee sent in this photo of Team JADE, a dance company at Jane’s Academy of Dance Excellence in south Arlington who performed at the Cinco de Mayo celebration at Six flags Over Texas on May 5th. Watch out, those smiles are contagious! Bet these [...]
Thousands Take Exam to Become Arlington Firefighter
On April 20, the Arlington Fire Department administered the extensive written exam portion of the 2014 hiring process at the Arlington Convention Center. More than 1,000 men and women showed up to take the competitive written exam. This the first step of the process to become an Arlington firefighter. The top 250 highest scores will [...]
Texas SkyScreamer Unveiled at Six Flags Over Texas
West Nile Virus – Fight the Bite!
Texas Heat Requires Extra Safety Inside Vehicles
Clean, Drain, and Dry this Memorial Day Weekend
Memorial Day Closings and City Service Schedules