Remembering Officer Richard W. Simpson (1945-1990)
Officer Richard W. Simpson, an Arlington Police Officer, died on October 24, 1990, at age 44. He served on the APD’s Special Tactical Unit and as Lake Officer for 13 years.
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“Pagans admit to using Caelum Moor for rites” (1996)
Caelum Moor, five megaliths that make up one of Arlington’s most unique public art installations, has attracted controversy over the years, with some believing they encourage witchcraft rituals or beckon the occult.
“Documentary examines life for Black residents in historic Arlington Community” (2022)
This article from the Fort Worth Star-Telegram shares info about “Echoes From The Hill,” a documentary exploring Black history in Arlington that premiered in June 2022.
“Arlington Crime Report” (1985)
This report from the Arlington Police Department shows the city’s crime statistics for September 1985.
The Mystery of H. B. Smith
On October 21, 1934, H. B. Smith died after being struck by a vehicle while trying to cross the Dallas-Fort Worth Pike on foot. Little else is known about the man.
Jason S. Sullivan 