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Arlington Sentinel News - September 25, 2025
Arlington Sentinel News – September 25, 2025
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Ley de Texas otorga más poder a presidentes universitarios sobre senados de facultad
Ley de Texas otorga más poder a presidentes universitarios sobre senados de facultad
Arlington Sentinel News en Español
Arlington Sentinel News en Español
ASNE Lone Star NATAS College Awards 2025
ASNE Lone Star NATAS College Awards 2025
Diana Garcia, left, and Eikichi enjoy connection through music near Kawasaki Station in Kawasaki, Japan.
Chance meeting, music build connection
Peaceful Hiroshima carries the heavy weight of history.
Hiroshima invites us to sit with our grief
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
Ley de Texas otorga más poder a presidentes universitarios sobre senados de facultad
Ley de Texas otorga más poder a presidentes universitarios sobre senados de facultad
University of Texas at Arlington football game against Lamar University at Maverick Stadium, Arlington, Texas. UTA Senior Quarterback Scott Logan (#9) is seen with the ball. Courtesy of University of Texas at Arlington Libraries, Special Collections. From the Arlington Citizen Journal Negative Collection.
UTA remains far from the crowd’s roar
Holy Annunciation Cathedral, the only Orthodox church in the Kyoto Prefecture, is a 15-minute walk from the Kyoto Shiyakusho Mae bus station.
In land of temples, shrines, a cathedral
Diana Garcia, left, and Eikichi enjoy connection through music near Kawasaki Station in Kawasaki, Japan.
Chance meeting, music build connection
Harvesting Hope Community Garden at 910 S. Collins St. in Arlington aims to promote sustainability and build a stronger community.
Food insecurity remains vexing issue
Holy Annunciation Cathedral, the only Orthodox church in the Kyoto Prefecture, is a 15-minute walk from the Kyoto Shiyakusho Mae bus station.
In land of temples, shrines, a cathedral
Diana Garcia, left, and Eikichi enjoy connection through music near Kawasaki Station in Kawasaki, Japan.
Chance meeting, music build connection
The famous Shibuya crossing is a magnet for tourists, but for a person with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, the crowds, lights, traffic and noise can be overstimulating.
Japan can be tough for those with ADHD
The writer, fourth from left, initially felt uncomfortable trying an ancient art technique. But she left with a newfound appreciation of Japanese art history. Pictured from left to right are: Lisa Akindayomi, Haylee Jenkins, Xitlalic Valles, Manhoisiam Tungnung, Chanel Lee and Karissa Chagoya.
Connecting with ancient art form
An artist's rendering of the large torii gate that marks the entrance to Meiji Shrine in Tokyo.
Meiji Shrine offers a peaceful oasis
University of Texas at Arlington football game against Lamar University at Maverick Stadium, Arlington, Texas. UTA Senior Quarterback Scott Logan (#9) is seen with the ball. Courtesy of University of Texas at Arlington Libraries, Special Collections. From the Arlington Citizen Journal Negative Collection.
UTA remains far from the crowd’s roar
Arlington Downs race track, 1946. Source: J. W. Dunlop Photograph Collection, University of Texas at Arlington Libraries Special Collections.
City was once a mecca for horse racing
Mount Fuji saves some of its steepest climbs leading up to the summit.
Fuji-san continues to lure climbers
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
Harvesting Hope Community Garden at 910 S. Collins St. in Arlington aims to promote sustainability and build a stronger community.
Food insecurity remains vexing issue
Swig, a Utah-based soft drink chain, opened a South Arlington location this spring at 1650 W. Interstate 20.
Swig offers Arlington new drink options
Little Texas, a bar in Tokyo's Meguro ward, would look right at home in Arlington, Texas.
An iconic Texas watering hole—in Japan
Brandon Avaroa, owner and founder of Commodities, said he hopes to build community through his downtown Arlington store.
Connecting through culture and fashion
Truth Vinyl reopened Feb. 27 after closing during the COVID pandemic. The store is located at 300 E. Division St. in Arlington, Texas.
Truth Vinyl back with larger venue
Holy Annunciation Cathedral, the only Orthodox church in the Kyoto Prefecture, is a 15-minute walk from the Kyoto Shiyakusho Mae bus station.
In land of temples, shrines, a cathedral
An artist's rendering of the large torii gate that marks the entrance to Meiji Shrine in Tokyo.
Meiji Shrine offers a peaceful oasis
Locals and tourists walk through Meiji Jingu on July 14, 2025. The main shrine is found at the end of the path.
The shrine’s whisper, the city’s roar
College students gathered at a recent worship session called The Jungle at Inclusion Coffee in Arlington, Texas. The weekly events are hosted by Fielder Church.
Student-led worship builds community
Mission Arlington serves the needs of the Arlington, Texas, community.
Mission Arlington serves community
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Ley de Texas otorga más poder a presidentes universitarios sobre senados de facultad
Ley de Texas otorga más poder a presidentes universitarios sobre senados de facultad
September 8, 2025

ARLINGTON, Texas — Una nueva ley aprobada por la Legislatura de Texas, SB 37, otorga mayor autoridad a los presidentes universitarios sobre los órganos de gobierno académico, generando preocupación entre la comunidad educativa estatal. Los senados de facultad, que tradicionalmente asesoran sobre...

University of Texas at Arlington football game against Lamar University at Maverick Stadium, Arlington, Texas. UTA Senior Quarterback Scott Logan (#9) is seen with the ball. Courtesy of University of Texas at Arlington Libraries, Special Collections. From the Arlington Citizen Journal Negative Collection.
UTA remains far from the crowd’s roar
Alberto Gomez, Staff Writer
Holy Annunciation Cathedral, the only Orthodox church in the Kyoto Prefecture, is a 15-minute walk from the Kyoto Shiyakusho Mae bus station.
In land of temples, shrines, a cathedral
Chanel Le, Staff Writer
Diana Garcia, left, and Eikichi enjoy connection through music near Kawasaki Station in Kawasaki, Japan.
Chance meeting, music build connection
Diana Garcia, Staff Writer
Harvesting Hope Community Garden at 910 S. Collins St. in Arlington aims to promote sustainability and build a stronger community.
Food insecurity remains vexing issue
Alexia Muñoz, Staff Writer
The famous Shibuya crossing is a magnet for tourists, but for a person with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, the crowds, lights, traffic and noise can be overstimulating.
Japan can be tough for those with ADHD
Jessyann Perez, Staff Writer
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Arlington Sentinel News - September 25, 2025
Arlington Sentinel News – September 25, 2025
September 13, 2025

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Ley de Texas otorga más poder a presidentes universitarios sobre senados de facultad
Ley de Texas otorga más poder a presidentes universitarios sobre senados de facultad
Arlington Sentinel News en Español
Arlington Sentinel News en Español
ASNE Lone Star NATAS College Awards 2025
ASNE Lone Star NATAS College Awards 2025
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Ley de Texas otorga más poder a presidentes universitarios sobre senados de facultad
Ley de Texas otorga más poder a presidentes universitarios sobre senados de facultad
September 8, 2025

ARLINGTON, Texas — Una nueva ley aprobada por la Legislatura de Texas, SB 37, otorga mayor autoridad a los presidentes universitarios sobre los órganos de gobierno académico, generando preocupación entre la comunidad educativa estatal. Los senados...

University of Texas at Arlington football game against Lamar University at Maverick Stadium, Arlington, Texas. UTA Senior Quarterback Scott Logan (#9) is seen with the ball. Courtesy of University of Texas at Arlington Libraries, Special Collections. From the Arlington Citizen Journal Negative Collection.
UTA remains far from the crowd’s roar
Alberto Gomez, Staff Writer
Holy Annunciation Cathedral, the only Orthodox church in the Kyoto Prefecture, is a 15-minute walk from the Kyoto Shiyakusho Mae bus station.
In land of temples, shrines, a cathedral
Chanel Le, Staff Writer
Diana Garcia, left, and Eikichi enjoy connection through music near Kawasaki Station in Kawasaki, Japan.
Chance meeting, music build connection
Diana Garcia, Staff Writer
Harvesting Hope Community Garden at 910 S. Collins St. in Arlington aims to promote sustainability and build a stronger community.
Food insecurity remains vexing issue
Alexia Muñoz, Staff Writer
Postcards
Eiichi and Kanako Koyanagi, the husband and wife owners of Tsurisuke Kawasaki, outside their tackle shop in Kawasaki, Japan.
Shopping trip turns meaningful
Lisa-Marie Akindayomi, Staff Writer • August 1, 2025

KAWASAKI, Japan—Visitors to the Tokyo area with an interest in fishing would be well served to visit a unique tackle shop called Tsurisuke...

Locals and tourists walk through Meiji Jingu on July 14, 2025. The main shrine is found at the end of the path.
The shrine’s whisper, the city’s roar
Elvis Martinez-Cartagena, Staff Writer • July 27, 2025

SHIBUYA, Japan — The journey to Honden begins with a calm breeze that rattles the ginkgo, camphor, oak and pine trees of Meiji Jingu to bring...

Opinion
Peaceful Hiroshima carries the heavy weight of history.
Hiroshima invites us to sit with our grief
Isaias Martinez, Staff Writer • July 27, 2025

HIROSHIMA, Japan—When I arrived at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, I felt excited and curious. I quickly exchanged my yen for a ticket,...

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
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
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Sports
Arlington Downs race track, 1946. Source: J. W. Dunlop Photograph Collection, University of Texas at Arlington Libraries Special Collections.
City was once a mecca for horse racing
Alexia Muñoz, Staff Writer • July 25, 2025

ARLINGTON, Texas—Before Arlington became known as an entertainment hub and the home to major sports teams, it was the place for horse racing. Arlington...

Mount Fuji saves some of its steepest climbs leading up to the summit.
Fuji-san continues to lure climbers
Andrew Norton, Staff Writer
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
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