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Jason S. Sullivan

Exploring the past and present of Arlington, Texas.

Author: Jason S. Sullivan

I blog about the past and present of Arlington, Texas.
Written by Jason S. SullivanJanuary 9, 2026

Driving Through Local History: A 2021 Time Capsule

A routine drive through Arlington became a vivid tour for a budding local historian.

Written by Jason S. SullivanJanuary 8, 2026

“Arlington Officials To Bike for Ecology” (1972)

In this fun photo from 1972, Arlington City Council Members Doland Maner and Martha Walker rode a tandem bicycle in a ‘bike-ology’ ride raising money for trees and ecology materials for schools and libraries.

Written by Jason S. SullivanJanuary 8, 2026

National Medal of Honor Museum named ‘Best New Museum’ by USA TODAY

Earlier this month, USA TODAY released its “10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for Best New Museum.” The National Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington topped the list.

Written by Jason S. SullivanJanuary 7, 2026

To Live is To Die. Write Your Own Obituary.

If an obituary is one of the final things we have in this world, part of our lasting legacy, we should be the one who decides what goes in it. Consider writing your obituary now and then updating it annually or as needed.

Written by Jason S. SullivanDecember 30, 2025January 4, 2026

A “Rocking” Acknowledgment in the NTAS Journal

It’s not every day you’re mentioned in a periodical of note!

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