Officer Jillian Smith—End of Watch: December 28, 2010
Arlington Police Officer Jillian Smith was lost in the line of duty on December 28, 2010.
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Pearl Harbor attacks felt in Arlington
December 7, 1941 || “A date which will live in infamy.” Even though Pearl Harbor is over 3,000 miles from Arlington, our small town of about 4,200 people immediately felt the effects of the attack.
The Heartbeat of Arlington: General Motors Celebrates 70 Years in the Community
This year marks the 70th Anniversary of General Motors operating in Arlington. Since the first car rolled off the line at the Arlington plant in January 1954, more than 13 million vehicles have followed.
Arlington Downs: Horse Racing and Excitement in Small-Town Arlington
From 1929 to 1937, Arlington had a horse racing track. Arlington Downs was a well-known and popular attraction that drew thousands of spectators. For a time, folks could legally gamble on the races, and it was common for considerable sums of money to change hands. The site helped put Arlington on the map for tourism. Although the track and buildings are long gone, the memory of Arlington Downs still remains.
Jennie Ross Cobb: Cherokee, photographer, preservationist, trailblazer
Jennie Ross Cobb (1881-1959) was a Cherokee and the first known Native American woman photographer. She has ties to Arlington, living here for nearly a third of her life, and her flower shop helped beautify our town. Although better known for her time before and after residing in Arlington, we should recognize and celebrate her contributions. Jennie was a fascinating woman and a talented photographer.
Jason S. Sullivan 