Sportstainment in Arlington—All Hail the Almighty Dollar!
On April 21, 2026, the Arlington City Council approved a $273 million agreement with the Dallas Cowboys to extend the team’s lease at AT&T Stadium until 2055
Author: Jason S. Sullivan
I blog about the past and present of Arlington, Texas.
“Arlington Bans Hens In Homes’ Front Yard” (1927)
Nearly 100 years ago, some cried ‘fowl’ about roaming hens.
Play Ball! Turnpike Stadium Opens in Arlington
On April 23, 1965, the first baseball game was played at Turnpike Stadium in Arlington.
The New Texas Giant
The New Texas Giant officially opened on April 22, 2011, as part of the park’s 50th anniversary season.
Arlington Pioneer James D. Cooper (1841–1917)
Arlington pioneer James D. Cooper died on April 21, 1917.
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