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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. SullivanMarch 24, 2026

Mr. Blue Jeans—Demolished Dreams of Denim

After sitting empty for at least 15 years, the old Mr. Blue Jeans store at 7708 S. Cooper Street in Arlington has finally been demolished.

Written by Jason S. SullivanMarch 19, 2026March 18, 2026

Knapp Heritage Park: Preserving the Past in Downtown Arlington

Knapp Heritage Park, a heritage site in Downtown Arlington, serves as a rustic throwback to the city’s roots. The site contains three of Arlington’s oldest structures.

Written by Jason S. SullivanMarch 18, 2026March 20, 2026

Seven Seas—Marine-Themed Adventures in Arlington

On March 18, 1972, Seven Seas—a marine-themed adventure—officially opened in Arlington.

Written by Jason S. SullivanMarch 18, 2026March 18, 2026

180 MPH in the Entertainment District—The Inaugural Grand Prix of Arlington

On March 13–15, Arlington’s Entertainment District was transformed into a high-speed IndyCar circuit, with drivers weaving around iconic venues and hitting 180 mph on city streets. Officially billed as the Java House Grand Prix of Arlington, the inaugural event was a resounding success, drawing nearly 80,000 fans over the weekend.

Written by Jason S. SullivanMarch 14, 2026

Pantera’s ‘Walk’ Has Over 570 Million Streams on Spotify—How Does It Compare?

“Walk” is one of Pantera’s most popular songs, with over 570 million streams on Spotify. But how does it compare to other songs by Iron Maiden, AC/DC, Metallica, and Megadeth?

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