Pantera – Vulgar Display of Power
Pantera, who formed in Arlington in the early 1980s, cemented their heavy metal legacy with “Vulgar Display of Power”—their best-selling album. It was released on February 25, 1992.
Author: Jason S. Sullivan
I blog about the past and present of Arlington, Texas.
A brief history of Arlington Theater and Arlington Music Hall
Arlington Theater opened in 1950. While no longer a movie theater, it’s now an intimate venue for live music and other performances.
A stunning resignation leads to a new mayor in 1977
In January 1977, Mayor Tom Vandergriff unexpectedly resigned from office. He had served as Arlington’s mayor for 26 years. Mayor Pro Tem S.J. Stovall took office during a transition period for Arlington.
Officer Craig Story—End of Watch: January 13, 2010
Arlington Police Officer Craig Story, age 34, died in the line of duty on January 13, 2010. He served with the Arlington Police Department for seven years.
North Side School Destroyed by Fire – 1909
The North Side School opened in 1907 at Sanford and Center Streets in Arlington. Students in grades one through seven attended. Tragically, the structure was destroyed by fire in January 1909.
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