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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 18, 2026May 11, 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?

Written by Jason S. SullivanMarch 14, 2026April 7, 2026

Shadows of the Stadiums: Balancing ‘Sportstainment’ with Community Welfare in Arlington

I was recently interviewed by a graduate student at the UTA School of Social Work for their ‘Community and Administrative Practice’ course. Though not an expert on these topics, the interview provide me with a chance to reflect on Arlington—it’s strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities for improvement. Below is our interview.

Written by Jason S. SullivanMarch 11, 2026April 5, 2026

Drag Racer Lee Shepherd: Man Versus Machine

Lee Shepherd, an icon of motorsports, was a drag racer who called Arlington home.

Written by Jason S. SullivanMarch 10, 2026

Arlington homes with historical significance (1992)

Information about Arlington homes with historical significance, from a July 1992 article in the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. Some of these structures are still standing and a few aren’t, while others have been repurposed. Such is life.

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