A groundbreaking program created in Arlington was recently given statewide recognition. The Arlington Fire Academy Program trains high school students from Arlington’s six high schools on firefighting, emergency medical care and enables graduates to immediately enter the workforce after successfully completing the program, helping these students live their American Dream Read more…
The City of Arlington has detected a new positive West Nile Virus (WNV) mosquito sample from the following location: Eden Road near U.S. Highway 287 The City will begin targeted ground spraying on Tuesday, October 14, from 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m., weather permitting. An ultra-low volume application of Permanone Read more…
Earlier this month at its annual conference and exhibition, the Texas Municipal League recognized Arlington for its groundbreaking Fire Academy program with a 2014 Municipal Excellence Award in Public Safety for cities with more than 25,000 residents. The honor distinguishes the City for its efforts, along with local partners, Tarrant Read more…
The City of Arlington has detected a new positive West Nile Virus (WNV) mosquito sample from the following location: Park Hill near Mossy Oak The City will begin targeted ground spraying on Tuesday, October 7, from 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m., weather permitting. An ultra-low volume application of Permanone RTU, Read more…
City of Arlington personnel are working around the clock to ensure the city recovers from Thursday’s storm that swept through the area. Here’s a look at the City of Arlington’s emergency response efforts: 9,967 Arlington residents are without power (as of 8:00 p.m.), which is down from 36,650 on Thursday Read more…
With many residents cleaning up yards and driveways, City of Arlington crews are out assessing the full extent of the damage caused by Thursday’s powerful storm. As of 2:00 p.m., Oncor is reporting 28,872 people are still without power. Crews are working hard to restore to power as soon as Read more…
Republic Services will allow Arlington residents to dump storm debris (tree limbs and fence panels only) free of charge at the Arlington Landfill through Saturday, October 11th only. During this time, no coupon is required. Proof of residency will be required (a current driver’s license or water bill). After October Read more…
The morning after a storm rolled through Arlington, uprooting trees, damaging homes, and knocking down power lines, progress is being made for communities affected. Oncor is reporting approximately 31,000 residents are still without power Friday morning. Full restoration is expected sometime Sunday, October 5. Visit the Oncor Storm Center for Read more…
A powerful thunderstorm passed through Arlington Thursday afternoon, uprooting trees, bringing down power lines and destroying fences in the process. As of 8:30 p.m., approximately 36,000 people were without power. While Oncor crews work to restore power, City of Arlington crews work to clear fallen trees and other debris from Read more…
The City of Arlington has detected four new positive West Nile Virus (WNV) mosquito samples in the following locations: E. Road to Six Flags near Ballpark Way E. Mayfield Road near New York Avenue Douglas Court near N. Cooper Street Forestwood Drive near NE Green Oaks Boulevard The City will Read more…
