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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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Gloria Garay, owner of Tienda Hispana San Judas, stands behind the cashier register at her East Arlington store. She said she wished the Arlington Police Department would "pay more attention to us."

Just 56% of Arlington residents feel safe

Sara Ross, Londy Ramirez, Andrea Vargo, and Logan Trueblood
January 6, 2025
PEN America found that books for young adults are among the most targeted by book ban efforts. Shelves of books for young adults are displayed at an area Barnes & Noble.

Book bans continue across the US

Londy Ramirez, Staff Writer
April 5, 2024
Jo Anna Cardoza is deeply involved in the Arlington community, and in 2020, she became the first Latina to run for the Arlington City Council.

[Video] Working to build a more inclusive Arlington through civic engagement

Londy Ramirez, Staff Writer
March 4, 2024
El subjefe de bomberos de Arlington, Pedro Arévalo, dijo que después de decidir que se concentraría en ser bombero, su carrera despegó.

El subjefe de bomberos de Arlington, Pedro Arévalo, es el primer jefe de bomberos hispano de la ciudad, cargo que ocupa desde 2016.

Arlington Deputy Fire Chief Pedro Arevalo is the city's first Hispanic fire chief, a position he's held since 2016.

[Video] City’s first Latino deputy fire chief says he first wanted to be a police officer

Londy Ramirez, Staff Writer
January 16, 2024
Panes con pollo is a sandwich made with chicken stew, salsa, vegetables and mayonnaise. This dish is enjoyed by Salvadorans.

Latin American holiday traditions include favorite foods

Londy Ramirez, Staff Writer
December 24, 2023
The shoes that María Granados wore on her arduous journey from El Salvador to the United States, along with the personal artifacts she carried on her trip.

Immigrants share their stories of coming to the United States

Londy Ramirez, Staff Writer
December 1, 2023
Los zapatos que usó María Granados en su arduo viaje desde El Salvador a Estados Unidos, junto con los artefactos personales que llevó en su viaje.

Inmigrantes comparten sus historias de cómo llegaron a los Estados Unidos

Londy Ramirez, Staff Writer
December 4, 2023
An estimated 500,000-700,000 Texas Rangers fans gathered near Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, Nov. 3 to celebrate the team's first world championship

Rangers went and took it

Londy Ramirez, Staff Writer
November 4, 2023
Kwik Kar Wash & Auto of Arlington, 5012 S. Cooper St., held its third annual haunted car wash event on weekends during October. Workers dressed in costume for the event, which has proven popular with customers and workers.

[Video] Haunted car wash brings chills and terror to the community

Londy Ramirez, Staff Writer
October 31, 2023
El subjefe de bomberos de Arlington, Pedro Arévalo, y sus colegas lanzaron los Lonestar Bomberos para ayudar a los bomberos en América Latina.

[Video] Pedro Arevalo explora su camino desde la niñez hasta convertirse en subjefe de bomberos de Arlington

Londy Ramirez, Staff Writer
October 19, 2023
El subjefe de bomberos de Arlington, Pedro Arévalo, y sus colegas lanzaron los Lonestar Bomberos para ayudar a los bomberos en América Latina.

[Video] Lonestar Bomberos provides fire equipment to countries in need in Latin America

Londy Ramirez, Staff Writer
October 19, 2023
Cortesía de Leticia Gallegos.

Agente Hispana de Bienes Raíces Funda una Asociación de Bienes Raíces Para Ayudar a su Comunidad

Londy Ramirez, Staff Writer
October 3, 2023
Cortesía de Leticia Gallegos.

[Video] Hispanic Realtor driven to help her community

Londy Ramirez, Staff Writer
September 29, 2023
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