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Arlington Sentinel News en Español won the Lone Star National Academy of Arts and Sciences Award for collegiate Spanish-language newscast.
Arlington Sentinel News en Español takes top honor in state competition
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Arlington Sentinel News – October 16 , 2024
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Japan is a land easily caricatured and misunderstood. Travelers willing to lean into the discomfort of the unknown can find that Japan is much more than its stereotype.
Beyond cherry blossoms and onigiri
Climbing Mount Fuji became a defining moment in a journey of growth. From left to right, Shuang Gou, Faisal Khan and Hasan Mustafa Rivzi. To see the full image, please click on the photo.
Japan journey becomes pathway to self
While studying abroad in Japan, Kodi Kluck learned that to become the person she was meant to be, she had to abandon her comfort zone. In this photo, Kluck admires the famous floating torii gate at Itsukushima Shrine in Miyajima, Japan. In Japanese, Miyajima translates to "shrine island."
Discomfort leads to personal growth
Arlington's walkability is hampered by sidewalks that come to an abrupt end or the complete absence of sidewalks, according to advocates for greater walkability. In this photo, a sidewalk gives way to grass and uneven footing on North Davis Drive near West Main Street in Arlington, Texas.
Arlington’s walkability challenge
Tokyo bristles with energy and life after dark.
Tokyo shimmers after dark
Arlington, Texas, voters will get an opportunity to vote on a $200.8 million bond package May 3. Bond proceeds would be used to fund capital projects, including work on the city's downtown administrative buildings.
Arlington sets vote on major bond issue
Students waving Confederate battle flags protest in spring 1968 to retain the Rebel theme at the University of Texas at Arlington. Source: Rebel Theme Controversy Collection, Special Collections, The University of Texas at Arlington Libraries.
Rebel battle flags once flew across UTA
Produce on display at Green's Produce & Plants in Arlington, Texas.
Farmers markets grow in popularity
Katy Nguyen, a three-year member of the Hoa Dao Lion Dance team, said being in the group provides her with a sense of community and belonging.
Lion dance team gives sense of family
Demonstrators marched through Dallas on Feb. 2 to protest executive orders and policies of the Trump administration.
Area residents protest Trump policies
Japan is a land easily caricatured and misunderstood. Travelers willing to lean into the discomfort of the unknown can find that Japan is much more than its stereotype.
Beyond cherry blossoms and onigiri
Climbing Mount Fuji became a defining moment in a journey of growth. From left to right, Shuang Gou, Faisal Khan and Hasan Mustafa Rivzi. To see the full image, please click on the photo.
Japan journey becomes pathway to self
The Kobe Muslim Mosque, the first in Japan, was built in 1935. It survived Allied bombing raids during World War II and the 1995 Great Hanshin Earthquake.
Kobe Muslim Mosque survives adversity
Visitors to Japan's animal cafes find that the animals often have main-character energy and lots of personality, as is the case with this expressive micro pig.
Animal cafes offer unique encounters
Detail of the tattoo the Arlington Sentinel's Andrew Norton got in Japan. Tattoos are traditionally frowned upon in Japan because of their association with organized crime, but the younger generation in Japan is more accepting of body art.
Japan left a lasting mark on his soul, arm
The United Football League, or UFL, is now headquartered in Arlington, Texas, at 1401 Nolan Ryan Expressway in the city’s Entertainment District.
UFL doubles down on Arlington
Bicycles locked at a bike rack on the University of Texas at Arlington campus.
City works to improve cycling safety
While tourists to Japan are drawn to the nation's rich cultural traditions and natural beauty, sometimes they just want to experience the familiarity of home and might seek out a gaming arcade. What they'll find is that Japanese gaming is a world away from what they are accustomed to.
Achievements unlocked in Japan
The Mazda 787B, which unexpectedly won the 1991 24 Hours of Le Mans. It is currently on display at the Fuji Motorsports Museum in Oyama, Japan.
Japan pushes automotive limits
Equipment sits in the main gym on April 9 at the ASI Gymnastics building in Arlington. The facility is located at 5531 S. Cooper St.
Gymnastics program fosters confidence
Produce on display at Green's Produce & Plants in Arlington, Texas.
Farmers markets grow in popularity
The United Football League, or UFL, is now headquartered in Arlington, Texas, at 1401 Nolan Ryan Expressway in the city’s Entertainment District.
UFL doubles down on Arlington
The Cozy Catfé has events scheduled throughout the month with an eye toward drawing more visitors and potential cat adoptions.
Cat cafe hosts events to get cats homes
The original H.E. Cannon flower shop in what later became Arlington, Texas. Photograph of a photo on display at today's H.E. Cannon Floral.
Cannon Floral continues to blossom
Melina Wikoff, co-owner of The Mosaic Market in Arlington, Texas, said she and her fellow co-owner, Derith Armbruster, are life-long friends who decided to open the store they wish existed "when we entered this realm of arts and crafts and vintage."
Arlington store sells local products
The Salvation Army Family Life Center at 712 W. Abram St. in Arlington, Texas, attempts to help homeless families with a six-month stabilization program.
Nonprofits serve area’s unhoused people
The Texas Christkindl Market, located on the North Plaza of Globe Life Field, is now in full swing and marking its 14th year of operation in Arlington, Texas.
German-style Christmas market returns, bringing cheer to Arlington residents
The Kobe Muslim Mosque, the first in Japan, was built in 1935. It survived Allied bombing raids during World War II and the 1995 Great Hanshin Earthquake.
Kobe Muslim Mosque survives adversity
Neel Patel, left, and Kartik Patel launched Tikka Bowls and Tacos with an eye toward running a business. But after finding unexpected support from the area's Muslim community, the Patel brothers said they treat each customer as family.
Bowling over customers with acceptance
Samurai legends comes to life in Kyoto
Samurai legends comes to life in Kyoto
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Arlington, Texas, voters will get an opportunity to vote on a $200.8 million bond package May 3. Bond proceeds would be used to fund capital projects, including work on the city's downtown administrative buildings.
Arlington sets vote on major bond issue
Andrew Norton, Staff Writer • March 4, 2025

ARLINGTON, Texas—Arlington residents will soon have a say in the city’s future as they prepare to vote for a proposed $200.8 million bond program in the upcoming May 3 election. The bond package would fund various community projects. The proposal has sparked community conversation about its potential...

Students waving Confederate battle flags protest in spring 1968 to retain the Rebel theme at the University of Texas at Arlington. Source: Rebel Theme Controversy Collection, Special Collections, The University of Texas at Arlington Libraries.
Rebel battle flags once flew across UTA
Samarie Goffney, Staff Writer
Produce on display at Green's Produce & Plants in Arlington, Texas.
Farmers markets grow in popularity
Alberto Gomez, Staff Writer
Demonstrators marched through Dallas on Feb. 2 to protest executive orders and policies of the Trump administration.
Area residents protest Trump policies
Gerardo Alvarez-Herrera Jr., Staff Writer
The Cozy Catfé has events scheduled throughout the month with an eye toward drawing more visitors and potential cat adoptions.
Cat cafe hosts events to get cats homes
Yaniery Ortega, Staff Writer
The original H.E. Cannon flower shop in what later became Arlington, Texas. Photograph of a photo on display at today's H.E. Cannon Floral.
Cannon Floral continues to blossom
Alberto Gomez, Staff Writer
News
Arlington Sentinel News en Español won the Lone Star National Academy of Arts and Sciences Award for collegiate Spanish-language newscast.
Arlington Sentinel News en Español takes top honor in state competition
Geoff Campbell, Adviser • November 20, 2024

ARLINGTON, Texas—Arlington Sentinel News en Español, produced by University of Texas at Arlington Communication Department broadcast students, won the Lone Star National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Award (NATAS) for college Spanish-language...

Arlington Sentinel News en Español
Arlington Sentinel News en Español
Arlington Sentinel News en Español
Arlington Sentinel News en Español
Arlington Sentinel News – October 16 , 2024
Arlington Sentinel News – October 16 , 2024
Arlington Sentinel News – October 9 , 2024
Arlington Sentinel News – October 9 , 2024
Life & Arts
Arlington, Texas, voters will get an opportunity to vote on a $200.8 million bond package May 3. Bond proceeds would be used to fund capital projects, including work on the city's downtown administrative buildings.
Arlington sets vote on major bond issue
Andrew Norton, Staff Writer • March 4, 2025

ARLINGTON, Texas—Arlington residents will soon have a say in the city’s future as they prepare to vote for a proposed $200.8 million bond program in the upcoming May 3 election. The bond package would fund various community projects. The proposal...

Students waving Confederate battle flags protest in spring 1968 to retain the Rebel theme at the University of Texas at Arlington. Source: Rebel Theme Controversy Collection, Special Collections, The University of Texas at Arlington Libraries.
Rebel battle flags once flew across UTA
Samarie Goffney, Staff Writer
Produce on display at Green's Produce & Plants in Arlington, Texas.
Farmers markets grow in popularity
Alberto Gomez, Staff Writer
Katy Nguyen, a three-year member of the Hoa Dao Lion Dance team, said being in the group provides her with a sense of community and belonging.
Lion dance team gives sense of family
Yaniery Ortega, Staff Writer
Demonstrators marched through Dallas on Feb. 2 to protest executive orders and policies of the Trump administration.
Area residents protest Trump policies
Gerardo Alvarez-Herrera Jr., Staff Writer
Postcards
Japan is a land easily caricatured and misunderstood. Travelers willing to lean into the discomfort of the unknown can find that Japan is much more than its stereotype.
Beyond cherry blossoms and onigiri
Monica Meza, Staff Writer • December 3, 2024

TOKYO—The over-tourism of Japan in recent years has led many people to have an almost stereotypical view of the country and its key points,...

Climbing Mount Fuji became a defining moment in a journey of growth. From left to right, Shuang Gou, Faisal Khan and Hasan Mustafa Rivzi. To see the full image, please click on the photo.
Japan journey becomes pathway to self
Hasan Mustafa Rivzi, Staff Writer • November 13, 2024

TOKYO—Embarking on a journey to Japan was a dream that simmered in my mind for years. The allure of the culture, the vibrant cities, and the...

Opinion
Japan is a land easily caricatured and misunderstood. Travelers willing to lean into the discomfort of the unknown can find that Japan is much more than its stereotype.
Beyond cherry blossoms and onigiri
Monica Meza, Staff Writer • December 3, 2024

TOKYO—The over-tourism of Japan in recent years has led many people to have an almost stereotypical view of the country and its key points,...

Climbing Mount Fuji became a defining moment in a journey of growth. From left to right, Shuang Gou, Faisal Khan and Hasan Mustafa Rivzi. To see the full image, please click on the photo.
Japan journey becomes pathway to self
Hasan Mustafa Rivzi, Staff Writer
While studying abroad in Japan, Kodi Kluck learned that to become the person she was meant to be, she had to abandon her comfort zone. In this photo, Kluck admires the famous floating torii gate at Itsukushima Shrine in Miyajima, Japan. In Japanese, Miyajima translates to "shrine island."
Discomfort leads to personal growth
Kodi Kluck, Staff Writer
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Sports
The United Football League, or UFL, is now headquartered in Arlington, Texas, at 1401 Nolan Ryan Expressway in the city’s Entertainment District.
UFL doubles down on Arlington
Alberto Gomez, Staff Writer • February 13, 2025

To listen to an audio story from the Jan. 29 announcement that the UFL is locating its headquarters in Arlington, Texas, please click here. ARLINGTON,...

Bicycles locked at a bike rack on the University of Texas at Arlington campus.
City works to improve cycling safety
Orlando Torres, Staff Writer
While tourists to Japan are drawn to the nation's rich cultural traditions and natural beauty, sometimes they just want to experience the familiarity of home and might seek out a gaming arcade. What they'll find is that Japanese gaming is a world away from what they are accustomed to.
Achievements unlocked in Japan
Monica Meza, Staff Writer
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