Arlington Downs: Big-Time Horse Racing in a Small-Town
“Arlington Downs: Big-Time Horse Racing in a Small-Town” presentation for the TSHA Annual Meeting in March 2026.
Author: Jason S. Sullivan
I blog about the past and present of Arlington, Texas.
Off to the Races: Presenting Arlington Downs at TSHA 2026
I was honored to speak at the Texas State Historical Association’s (TSHA) Annual Meeting yesterday. I participated in the session “We Are Off to the Races! Horse Racing History in Texas,” where I presented on Arlington Downs, one of my favorite local history topics.
Firefighter Ronny Snow—Last Alarm: March 5, 1985
On March 5, 1985, Arlington Firefighter Ronny Snow, age 25, died in a training accident.
The Parks Mall: Anchoring Super Cooper
The Parks Mall—an Arlington icon for over 35 years.
Pastor N. L. Robinson (1921–2017): A Man Who Faithfully Served His Church and Community
Norman L. Robinson was one of Arlington’s most beloved pastors, leaving a legacy that still resonates today.
