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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
Arthur Wilson, who also goes by Art, opened Coffee Pop-Up Boutique in Lincoln Square in mid-February.
Boutique where coffee meets fashion
Arlington is seeking applicants for citizen advisory boards and commissions. The application deadline is May 15.
City seeks residents to serve on boards
Museum visitors view the “Moments of Action” exhibit during the National Medal of Honor Museum’s opening day. "Moments of Action” immerses visitors in the battlefields and landscapes, allowing them to meet Medal of Honor recipients who participated in those battles.
Beyond words: ‘It means so much’
The 1851 Club in Arlington, Texas, is one of two openly LGBTQ-owned businesses in the city.
LGBTQ business owners seek community
River Legacy Park in Arlington, Texas, provides a natural oasis.
River Legacy plans Earth Day event
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
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
Practitioners say Pilates is ‘a lifestyle’
Arlington Yoga Center owner David Weiland said he hopes his studio helps people find balance, peace and wellness.
Finding balance amid technology’s noise
A row of the arcade games offered at Free Play. Among the games is Death Ball, which Free Play President Cory Hyden recommends.
Free Play offers classic arcade games
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
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
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River Legacy Park in Arlington, Texas, provides a natural oasis.

River Legacy plans Earth Day event

Sandra Randjelovic, Staff Writer
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Sandra Randjelovic, Staff Writer
March 28, 2025
Arlington Yoga Center owner David Weiland said he hopes his studio helps people find balance, peace and wellness.

Finding balance amid technology’s noise

Sandra Randjelovic, Staff Writer
March 28, 2025
Aspen Drude, manager of UTA's Center for Rural Health and Nursing, said rural healthcare presents unique challenges. The mobile simulation health lab can help prepare healthcare providers for those challenges.

Sim lab seeks to improve rural health

Sandra Randjelovic, Staff Writer
March 21, 2025
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