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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
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
Bicycles locked at a bike rack on the University of Texas at Arlington campus.
City works to improve cycling safety
Paul Dilena, a longtime fixture at Arlington's Oakwood Lane Post Office and a source of positivity for Arlington residents, retired Nov. 24.
Beacon of Arlington positivity retires
An Arlington College and Career High School student volunteer plants pansies at Veteran's Park in Arlington, Texas, on a recent Saturday morning.
ACCHS students beautify Veteran’s Park
A house decorated for Christmas in 1993 in the Interlochen neighborhood in Arlington, Texas. Photo courtesy of the Star-Telegram Collection, UTA Special Collections.
The lights shine bright at Interlochen
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
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
Dr. Donald Kasitinon specializes in treating musculoskeletal injuries for athletes in adaptive sports programs across the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Screenshot of Kasitinon from a virtual interview.
Donald Kasitinon helps adaptive athletes stay in the game
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
Paul Dilena, a longtime fixture at Arlington's Oakwood Lane Post Office and a source of positivity for Arlington residents, retired Nov. 24.
Beacon of Arlington positivity retires
A house decorated for Christmas in 1993 in the Interlochen neighborhood in Arlington, Texas. Photo courtesy of the Star-Telegram Collection, UTA Special Collections.
The lights shine bright at Interlochen
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 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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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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