Mayor for the Day Honorees Recognized by Arlington City Council
The Arlington City Council recognized eight outstanding students during its Nov. 10 meeting as part of Arlington’s yearlong sesquicentennial celebration, honoring this year’s Mayor for the Day participants from Arlington ISD and Mansfield ISD.
The American Dream Story of Clete McAlister
From military service and local government leadership to veteran advocacy and community involvement, McAlister has spent decades working to strengthen the city he has always called home.
Arlington Plants Signature Tree Downtown for City’s 150th Anniversary
As part of its 150th anniversary celebration, the City of Arlington planted a signature tree on Texas Arbor Day to mark the historic milestone. City and community leaders gathered at […]
Mayor, City Council Prepare Letter for Arlington Residents of 2126
The letter will be placed inside the Arlington 150 Time Capsule, which will be dedicated Nov. 6, 2026, alongside the planting of Arlington’s sesquicentennial tree, a Chinquapin Oak native to North Texas, in observance of Texas Arbor Day.
The American Dream Story of Jeraldine Mills
Known for her passion for local history and commitment to historical preservation, Mills has spent years researching Arlington’s past, documenting significant events and sharing the city’s rich heritage with residents and visitors alike.
Arlington to Celebrate 150 Years with Time Capsule & Tree Planting
The community is invited to join the City of Arlington at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, 2026, at Rotary Dream Park in Downtown for a historic milestone event: the City of Arlington’s 150th Anniversary Signature Tree Planting and Time Capsule Ceremony.
Mansfield Timberview Early College High School Student Serves as Mayor for the Day
Gabriel Acosta, a senior student at Early College High School at Mansfield’s Timberview School served as Arlington’s honorary Mayor for a Day on Oct. 28, 2026.
“Arlington Archives” Traces the Creation of the AMBER Alert
The episode titled “How Arlington Sparked a Nationwide Child Protection System” is hosted by OK Carter with co host former Congresswoman Paula Hightower Pierson, who provides historical insight into the early days of community response and collaboration that helped shape the AMBER Alert program.
Arlington 150 Oral History Series Revives Community Voices
The series aims to bring the city’s stories back to life through recorded memories and firsthand accounts that reflect the heart of the community.
‘Along the Way:’ Arlington Mayor’s State of the City Set for Oct. 29
Mayor Jim Ross will spotlight Arlington’s history and future during his annual State of the City Address, set for Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026, at the Arlington Expo Center.