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Jason S. Sullivan

Exploring the past and present of Arlington, Texas.

Tag: Local Unknown

Written by Jason S. SullivanOctober 18, 2025

“Arlington Couple, Founders of Church Here, Wed 50 Years” (1937)

This article from the Fort Worth Star-Telegram celebrates the golden wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Fielder, prominent residents of Arlington. Their home, where the anniversary dinner was held, now serves as the Fielder Museum and headquarters for the Arlington Historical Society.

Written by Jason S. SullivanOctober 15, 2025

“Arlington Downs—Oct. 25 to Nov. 17” (1934 Newspaper Ad)

This ad from the Fort Worth Star-Telegram promoted the upcoming races at Arlington Downs, held October 25 to November 17, 1934.

Written by Jason S. SullivanOctober 15, 2025

Campo Verde—It’s Time to Say Adiós

Campo Verde, a long-time local and personal Tex-Mex favorite known for its year-round Christmas decorations, unexpectedly closed earlier this year. It reopened in June, however, recently announced it was closing for good later this year.

Written by Jason S. SullivanOctober 15, 2025February 6, 2026

“You Better Dig In”—Pantera Bassist Rex Brown Reflects on Playing Moscow in 1991

In this video from Gibson TV’s YouTube channel, Pantera bassist Rex Brown reflects on the band playing in Moscow in 1991. Despite Pantera still being relatively unknown at the time, they performed in front of the largest audience they would ever see in their careers.

Written by Jason S. SullivanOctober 11, 2025October 13, 2025

“Burglars Rob an Arlington Store” (1904)

Big crime in the small town. Burglars hit J. S. McKinley’s store, helping themselves to $300 worth of guns, pistols, knives, and razors before running off like thieves in the night.

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