Fun Fact: I can now call myself a book editor!
Fun fact: I served as the editor for the fourth edition of “Caddos, Cotton and Cowboys: Essays on Arlington” by O.K. Carter.
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The Dark Beers of Division Brewing
Division Brewing—a popular brewery in Downtown Arlington—offers a rotating selection of more than a dozen beers on tap. While they are partial to IPAs, they also do many darker beers, including stouts, porters, and others.
Arlington, Texas: Founded along the railroad tracks in 1876
Local historians consider July 19, 1876, to be the date that Arlington, Texas, was founded. It was on that date that the railroad came through our area for the first time, and the tiny settlement that formed around the tracks would become known as Arlington. Events certainly happened here before that date—and many of them were quite significant—but the arrival of the railroad began a new era.
Harold E. Patterson: Arlington Mayor, 1983-1987
Harold Patterson (1929-2009) was more than a lifelong Arlington resident; he was a well-accomplished man who served his community for decades and was known as “Mr. Arlington.”
Downtown Arlington Classic Car Show
On June 10, Downtown Arlington hosted a classic car show with over 150 vintage, antique, classic, and new cars on display. The size of the event and the variety of vehicles made it one of the best car shows I have ever attended. Hundreds of people attended the event, and despite the hot temperatures, everyone seemed to enjoy themselves.
Jason S. Sullivan 