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Arlington Sentinel News – APRIL 23 , 2025
Arlington Sentinel News – APRIL 23 , 2025
Arlington Sentinel News en Español
Arlington Sentinel News en Español
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
Arlington Sentinel News en Español
Arlington Sentinel News en Español
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 Fire Station No. 1 stands at the corner of N. West and W. Main streets and is one of the city's 17 stations overall. It answers the highest number of calls.
Arlington Fire Department responds to thousands of emergencies annually
Home ownership is becoming a dream for many Americans as home prices continue a steady rise.
Home ownership falls across the US
The Maverick Activities Center on the University of Texas at Arlington served as an early voting location for the May 2025 election.
Arlington voters head to polls today; bonds, charter amendments on ballot
VVA DJs Liên Bích and Lê Tín live on-air at VVA 1600 AM, Voice of Vietnamese Americans.
Radio station preserves overseas culture
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
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
Home ownership is becoming a dream for many Americans as home prices continue a steady rise.
Home ownership falls across the US
VVA DJs Liên Bích and Lê Tín live on-air at VVA 1600 AM, Voice of Vietnamese Americans.
Radio station preserves overseas culture
After 82 years of supplying sewing and crafting communities nationwide, Joann's is closing all its stores.
Sewers, crafters fret as Joann closes
Arthur Wilson, who also goes by Art, opened Coffee Pop-Up Boutique in Lincoln Square in mid-February.
Boutique where coffee meets fashion
The 1851 Club in Arlington, Texas, is one of two openly LGBTQ-owned businesses in the city.
LGBTQ business owners seek community
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
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
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