Arlington Online Local News

Wednesday, July 28, 2021Previous (Jul 26)Next Send to Friend

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Under $100 PUBLIC ACCESS

Republicans Susan Wright, Jake Ellzey Square-Off Tuesday in Runoff for Dist. 6 Congressional Seat

Upcoming Events » see the full calendar

Jul 29 Thu

‘Strong Start’ Virtual Conference
10:00 AM -
4:00 PM
Jul 31 Sat

Esposure's Esports Uncovered
1:00 PM -
5:30 PM
Aug 03 Tue

Summer Survivor Speaker Series – Max Glauben
1:00 PM -
2:00 PM

Login to Personalize Your News - Follow contributors for customized updates. Click the "Follow" links next to contributors and on business and organization pages to create your own custom news.

Top Stories: ➊ – Arlington firefighter accidentally asphyxiated in Cancun window, authorities conclude (Saturday), ➋ – Teenage boy held on suspicion of murder in fatal shooting of 2 brothers in Arlington (Saturday), ➌ – Highway Projects Improve Driving in Tarrant County (Thursday), ➍ – 60-year-old Fort Worth man drowns in Arlington swimming pool, authorities say (Friday), ➎ – Man Fatally Shot While Meeting To Fight Suspect At Park In Arlington, Police Say (Sunday)

News » indicates external link

The Salvation Army ‘Beats the Heat' With Cooling Stations in North Texas

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth 7/27 6:09P

For Texans, the heat isn t going anywhere anytime soon, and The Salvation Army of North Texas says they will try to provide some relief. The organization has partnered with...

South Arlington residents call for safety, accountability after teens killed at complex

Star-Telegram 7/27 3:47P Kailey Broussard

“We as a community have to do better. I’m serious,” said Felicia Williams, founder of advocacy group Bridging the Gap.

CDC Recommends Students Mask Up When They Go Back To School

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth News 7/27 2:36P News From CBS Channel 11 KTVT –

DALLAS (CBSDFW.COM) As students get ready to return to school amid another surge in the pandemic, it is uncertain, in many cases, what plans are in place to protect them. The...

3 House Texas Democrats to Testify in Front of Subcommittee

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth 7/27 12:25P Julie Fine

There is about a week and a half to go in the current Texas Legislative Special Session. Most House Democrats remain in Washington, D.C. after leaving the state to avoid...

Teen Murder Suspect Cristian Gonzalez Planned To Flee To Mexico, Confesses To Killing Felix Rios...

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth News 7/27 8:29A News From CBS Channel 11 KTVT –

ARLINGTON, Texas (CBSDFW.COM) A tip from the family of Felix Rios, 21, about the teenager accused of killing him, Cristian Gonzalez, led to the 17-year-old s arrest. On July...

Lifestyle » indicates external link

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Under $100 PUBLIC ACCESS

Tanya Foster 7/27 3:00P Tanya Foster

It's finally here! The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale PUBLIC ACCESS DAY . This means everyone can shop! Today I am going to specifically talk about my top picks for all things under $100. You can find all...

Black Dresses for Summer Days

Tanya Foster 7/26 5:00P Tanya Foster

A little black dress is perfect for every season; especially summer. So when I recently spotted this black sleeveless dress , I had to get it! By the way, it also comes in white and is so chic!...

Brand Spotlight: The Ordinary

Tanya Foster 7/26 1:00A Tanya Foster

H E L L O and Happy Monday! Did everyone have a good weekend? Pete and I are out of town to a tropical destination this week. Let me just say, its a much needed break! Today we are going to take a...

Four’s Nursery Photo Tour

Brighton the Day 7/25 11:00P Brighton Keller

I ve been sitting on these photos for almost two months now, and I apologize I m just now getting to sitting down and writing this post! But alas, I m here and we re doing it!...

Decorate vs. Design: Current Home Trends!

Life As A Rambling Redhead 7/23 6:49P Jennifer

First up DECORATE. I LOVE decorating . To me, it s honestly magic you can completely transform a space with paint (I consider paint decorating ) and new decor alone. It s cheaper than a renovation...

Education » indicates external link

CDC Recommends Students Mask Up When They Go Back To School

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth Education 7/27 2:36P Education – CBS Dallas / Fort Wo

DALLAS (CBSDFW.COM) As students get ready to return to school amid another surge in the pandemic, it is uncertain, in many cases, what plans are in place to protect them. The...

Registration Information

Bowie High School 7/23 1:43P Komal POWELL

In order to expedite registration and schedule pick up, we strongly encourage the use of online registration. Please go to aisd.net and click on Enroll Your Student to...

Important Information Regarding Student Technology Return

Lamar High School 7/22 8:26A Kristi HOPKINS

Technology Drop Off Monday, July 26th 8:00-3:00 Main Office Lamar HS Please bring Chromebooks, power cords and hot spots if applicable. Any student who has not returned...

Senior Pictures August 12 & 13

Lamar High School 7/21 2:58P Kristi HOPKINS

The post Senior Pictures August 12 & 13 appeared first on Lamar High School .

Gov. Abbott Says No Mask Mandate In Texas Schools As Districts Announce COVID-19 Prevention Plans

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth Education 7/21 1:45P Education – CBS Dallas / Fort Wo

NORTH TEXAS (CBSDFW.COM) Ahead of the first day of school, Texas districts are starting to release information on how they plan to contain the spread of COVID-19. It comes as...

Food & Dining » indicates external link

Visiting Texas Legato on the Way Home

Texas Wine Lover 7/27 12:43A Guest

By Amie Nemec My hubby and I took a quick drive from Fredericksburg to Weatherford to see family. It was just an overnight jaunt and on the way home, we needed a break from the road. After filling up...

Beloved West Coast Coffee Chain Dutch Bros. Debuts Two New DFW Locations

Eater Dallas 7/26 9:53A Amy McCarthy

DFW’s newest iced coffee purveyor has arrived | Dutch Bros/Facebook Caffeine enthusiasts can now find Dutch Bros. in Plano, Pantego, and McKinney Dutch Bros, the West Coast coffee chain known for its...

Pat Hale of En Gedi Vineyards Winemaker Profile

Texas Wine Lover 7/20 1:06A Jeff Cope

We wrote previously about a winery that Jerry Smith called a wine oasis . The winemaker and co-owner behind that is Pat Hale who helps head up En Gedi Vineyards . The winery is located north of...

2021 Great American International Wine Competition – Texas Results

Texas Wine Lover 7/18 4:00P Jeff Cope

The 2021 Great American International Wine Competition was held July 10-11, 2021, in Rochester, NY. Over 650 medals were awarded to wineries in 10 different countries. All the results can be seen on...

Grape Stomping in Texas 2021

Texas Wine Lover 7/16 12:30A Jeff Cope

Credit: Kelly Cross The pandemic is starting to go away so now it’s time to get out with others and stomp on some grapes! Last year did not allow the number of grape stomps to happen but they’re back...

More Food & Dining stories

Fashion » indicates external link

My favorite bikini and coverup brands

Krystal Schlegel 7/27 11:23A krystal

Bikinis: Zimmermann The Zimmermann bikinis have great coverage and really fun stylish designs. This white one with the ruffle detail is so flattering and pretty! The straps are adjustable and the...

TARGET SUMMER FINDS

The Middle Page 7/26 2:51A Cathy Williamson

TARGET SUMMER FINDS Good Morning, everyone! I hope you all had a great weekend. We have been busy going back and forth to my daughter s house to stare at that gorgeous and perfect baby. It s so fun to...

Current favorites from Mytheresa

Krystal Schlegel 7/25 8:38P krystal

Mytheresa has a wonderfully curated selection of my go-to designers and I love to browse their new arrivals. Here are a few of my current Mytheresa favorites for the transition from Summer to Fall....

NORDSTROM ANNIVERSARY SALE 2021 PICKS

Style of Sam 7/20 5:26A Sam

[show_shopthepost_widget id="4526109"] The post NORDSTROM ANNIVERSARY SALE 2021 PICKS appeared first on Style of Sam | DFW Fashion Blog .

TERRY POOLSIDE MATCHING TOP AND PANTS

The Middle Page 7/19 3:17A Cathy Williamson

TERRY POOLSIDE MATCHING TOP AND PANTS Hi, gang! How are you all? I hope you all had a great weekend! We had a jam-packed one. We had the birthday dinner over here on Friday night for the big guy and...

Sports » indicates external link

Texas, Oklahoma request invitations for SEC membership beginning in 2025

Spectrum Local News Sports 7/27 5:30A Spectrum News Staff & Associated

Joint letter from university presidents delivered Tuesday.

Olympic champ Biles out of team finals with apparent injury

Spectrum Local News Sports 7/27 1:39A Associated Press

Reigning Olympic gymnastics champion Simone Biles is out of the team finals after apparently suffering an injury during the vault.

Hailey Hernandez’s journey to Tokyo

Spectrum Local News Sports 7/27 12:20A Robbie Fuelling

She is the youngest female diver competing.

Going for the Gold: Looking at Team USA in the opening days of the Tokyo games

Spectrum Local News Sports 7/26 8:23A Spectrum News Staff

The Tokyo games are in full swing after an opening weekend of shocking upsets, historic firsts and disappointing finishes.

Texas, Oklahoma notify Big 12 of intention to exit, opening door to SEC

Spectrum Local News Sports 7/26 5:15A Spectrum News Staff & Associated

Letter outlines intentions to end media rights.

Real Estate » indicates external link

Buyers Find Great Values in Two-Bedroom Arlington Heights Homes

Candy's Dirt 7/26 9:02P Seth Fowler

Many two-bedroom homes are being updated and have more features than apartments provide. See More...

The Weekly Wrap-Up

Texas Real Estate Blog (Ebby.com) 7/23 7:29A nicholemoreno

Are you searching for a new home? Take a look at some of this week’s fabulous featured properties. 1325 Appaloosa Circle | Bartonville | $3,200,000 1700 Turbeville | Hickory Creek | $3,150,000 427...

Things to do in North Texas This Summer

Texas Real Estate Blog (Ebby.com) 7/21 4:24A nicholemoreno

The lazy days of summer will soon come to an end and it will be time for back-to-school. Be sure to explore all that North Texas has to offer and enjoy the final days of summer! Summer on Ice Galleria...

Health & Fitness » indicates external link

CDC reverses course on masks for fully vaccinated, puts employers on the spot

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 7/27 10:46A Ty West

The CDC's new recommendations for fully vaccinated individuals pose a number of headaches and questions for employers.

More than 4,000 hospitalized with COVID-19 in Texas for the first time since March

Spectrum Local News Health 7/26 5:45A Craig Huber

State also recording thousands of new cases per day.

What to know as Dallas County's COVID-19 threat level has gone back up

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 7/26 4:39A Jay Wallis (WFAA)

This story is available as part of a content partnership with WFAA-TV. For more local news, visit WFAA.com. Dallas County recently returned to the orange or "extreme caution"...

In letter to Gov. Greg Abbott, Democrats urge masks in school, virtual learning options

Spectrum Local News Health 7/26 2:49A Craig Huber

Letter authored by state Rep. Vikki Goodwin, D-Austin.

Austin woman who had breakthrough COVID-19 case points to vaccine as reasons she didn’t end up in...

Spectrum Local News Health 7/24 5:05P Monica Ortiz

Austin woman who had breakthrough COVID-19 case points to vaccine as reasons she didn’t end up in hospital

More Health & Fitness stories

EatGreenDFW News » indicates external link

James Rebanks: There Are No Winners in American Farming

Civil Eats 7/25 10:00P James Rebanks

Excerpted from PASTORAL SONG: A Farmer’s Journey by James Rebanks, on sale August 3, 2021. We had traveled to the heart of American farming country to stay with an old friend in Kentucky. It was...

A Farmer-Owned Local Food App Stands Out from the Venture Capital-Backed Crowd

Civil Eats 7/11 10:00P Lela Nargi

At the start of the pandemic, Elizabeth Riffle built out a website for her West Virginia bison farm . Her aim, in part, was to boost revenue by allowing local customers to pre-order their brisket and...

Books for 2021

The Making of a Home 7/1 2:01P Holly K. Ross

I have read quite a few books this year- these are a few worth owning: Non-fiction: Beautiful Outlaw, Fathered by God, and Moving Mountains by John Eldredge Without Rival by...

Will the U.S. Finally Take a Holistic Approach to Ending Child Hunger?

Civil Eats 6/21 10:00P Lisa Held

Over the last 18 months, an alarming rise in child hunger—over 17 million children did not have consistent access to enough food in 2020—caught the attention of many federal...

Summer Reading

The Making of a Home 6/6 4:19P Holly K. Ross

Summer is here! Time for books that make you laugh, cry ( just a little bit), and cheer when the good guys win and lovers get their happily ever after. Check out The Pride of Galveston Series Join my...