A walk in the woods—and a surprise encounter with a peacock
A post-Christmas hike at O.W. Fannin Natural Area offered a peaceful retreat highlighted by beautiful weather, mountain bikers, and a surprising close encounter with a local peacock.
Author: Jason S. Sullivan
I blog about the past and present of Arlington, Texas.
All Aboard: The Interurban in Arlington
Operating from 1902 to 1934, the Interurban connected Dallas and Fort Worth via Arlington’s Abram Street, offering a faster alternative to steam railroads before the rise of the automobile.
Christmas Eve Shootout in 1892 Leaves Four Men Dead
A livestock deal gone awry and a simmering feud escalate into a train station shootout leaving four men dead.
Adios to Cartel Taco Bar
Cartel Taco Bar, one of my favorite spots in Arlington for tacos, has unexpectedly closed after seven years.
On Tap—Cheers to Nine Years
After nearly nine years in Downtown Arlington, On Tap—a beloved craft beer bar specializing in flights, pints, and growler fills—has called it quits. Their last day was December 14, 2025.
Jason S. Sullivan 