Arlington has been officially selected to host the highly anticipated 2026 Japan-Texas Economic Summit. Organized by the U.S.-Japan Council, this significant international event is scheduled to take place from May 11 to May 13 at the premier Live! by Loews venue. The announcement marks a major milestone for the city, cementing its reputation as a […] Arlington Network …
ARLINGTON, Texas — The City of Arlington has officially released its Fiscal Year 2025 Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR), offering residents a transparent look at the city’s $722 million operating budget and its long-term financial health. The report follows a “clean opinion” from independent auditors, confirming that Arlington continues to set the standard for municipal […] Arlington Network …
As tax season reaches its peak, a unique synergy between academic rigor and community service is unfolding across the libraries of Arlington. Local accounting scholars are stepping beyond the classroom to provide a critical financial lifeline to residents, transforming what is often a period of high stress into an opportunity for economic empowerment. The VITA […] Arlington Network …
ARLINGTON, Texas — On February 24, 2026, the Arlington City Council approved a landmark resolution to execute an event agreement with the North Texas FIFA World Cup Organizing Committee. This formalizes the operational and financial blueprint for hosting nine matches at AT&T Stadium—the most of any host venue in the tournament. With over 1 million […] Arlington Network …
ARLINGTON, Texas — The future of Arlington’s classrooms and stadiums rests in the hands of voters this spring. On February 5, the Arlington ISD Board of Trustees officially called for a $501.2 million bond election to be held on Saturday, May 2, 2026. This isn’t just a maintenance plan; it is a visionary overhaul. From […] Arlington Network …
Arlington, TX – Arlington continues its long-standing commitment to strengthening local neighborhoods with the approval of $63,670 in Neighborhood Matching Grant funding for four community-led projects scheduled for completion in 2026. The funding was approved by the Arlington City Council as part of the City’s ongoing investment in neighborhood improvement, civic pride, and resident collaboration. […] Arlington Network …
Arlington Homeowners Face Tax and Fee Increases with New Budget! Arlington, Texas – The Arlington City Council has given preliminary approval to a 3-cent tax rate increase and a $750.7 million budget, set to take effect October 1, 2025. This decision, made during a recent meeting, will raise the tax rate to 62.98 cents per […] Arlington Network …
Tarrant County Set to Slash Property Taxes, Saving Homeowners! Tarrant County commissioners have taken a bold step toward lowering property taxes for the third year in a row, offering relief to its 2.1 million residents. On Wednesday, they gave initial approval to a tax rate of 18.63 cents per $100 of valuation, with a final […] Arlington Network …
Arlington Triumphs with Taxpayer Savings Through Bold Moves! Arlington, Texas, continues to shine as a model of fiscal success, with the recent payoff of AT&T Stadium financing 10 years ahead of schedule marking a major victory for its 394,000 residents. This achievement, detailed by local writer Ken Perkins, builds on a legacy of smart investments […] Arlington Network …
Arlington Faces Rising Debt in WalletHub’s 2025 Report A surge in collection accounts signals financial trouble for many Texans, including Arlington’s 394,000 residents, per WalletHub’s latest report, Cities With the Most Collection Accounts, released August 2025. Analyzing 100 major U.S. cities with four metrics—average number of collection accounts, average balance, and changes from Q1 to […] Arlington Network …