Arlington Water Utilities has achieved a historic milestone, securing two highly coveted awards at the recent Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Public Drinking Water Conference in Austin. Standing out among 7,000 public water systems statewide, the department was honored with both the Water System Security Program Award and the Innovative or Proactive System Award. […] Arlington Network …
The highly anticipated Arlington tax-free weekend is officially underway, offering families a valuable opportunity to save on essential items while simultaneously supporting local Texas businesses. The annual statewide Sales Tax Holiday runs from Friday, August 7 through midnight on Sunday, August 9, 2026. This initiative allows shoppers to purchase necessary back-to-school goods without paying the […] Arlington Network …
The heat advisory remains a critical priority for local residents as dangerous and oppressive weather conditions continue to grip North Texas. After waking up to partly cloudy skies early Wednesday morning—with cloud cover gradually increasing throughout the day compared to Tuesday—residents found little reprieve from the suffocating humidity. Local temperatures are escalating rapidly, bringing feels-like […] Arlington Network …
Residents should prepare for sweltering conditions as the latest Arlington weather forecast points to a major climate milestone for 2026. The National Weather Service anticipates that Arlington and the surrounding North Texas region will experience scorching triple-digit temperatures this weekend, officially kicking off the intense summer heatwave. Early-Week Storms Precede the Heat Before the severe […] Arlington Network …
The City of Arlington has officially stepped into the global spotlight with the launch of the Arlington TX Film Commission on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. Designed to serve as a comprehensive, centralized hub for film, television, digital media, and commercial production, this newly established office aims to attract major projects while fostering a supportive ecosystem […] Arlington Network …
ARLINGTON, Texas — Small business owners and local contractors are being handed a rare opportunity to bypass the typical red tape of government procurement. On Wednesday, March 4, 2026, the City of Arlington will host its annual Reverse Trade Show at the Bob Duncan Center. Unlike a traditional trade show where you wait at a […] Arlington Network …
ARLINGTON, Texas — Forbes has released its highly anticipated “America’s Best Large Employers” list for 2026, and North Texas has once again proven to be a powerhouse for corporate culture. Leading the local charge is Arlington-based Texas Health Resources, which secured its place among the top 100 companies in the United States. Ranking the Best […] Arlington Network …
ARLINGTON, Texas — Nearly three months after the implementation of the new statewide Texas school cellphone ban, district leaders across North Texas are reporting noticeable improvements in classroom focus and student engagement. This early positive feedback aligns with new academic research suggesting that the policy could lead to significant gains in test scores and attendance […] Arlington Network …
Early Friday morning, severe thunderstorms swept across North Texas, triggering at least six structure fires and setting the stage for a weekend of continued high-risk weather. Fire officials have confirmed that lightning was the direct cause of at least a couple of these blazes, underscoring the immediate danger of the storms. Emergency services across the […] Arlington Network …
ARLINGTON, Texas — A new, lifesaving initiative has launched in Arlington, Texas, enabling paramedics to administer whole blood transfusions in the field to patients suffering from severe trauma or massive blood loss. This significant advancement in pre-hospital emergency care is the result of a coordinated partnership between the Arlington Fire Department (AFD), AMR Arlington, and […] Arlington Network …