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Good morning Arlington! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How does Arlington ISD’s teacher pay really stack up now?
  • Were you near Stadium Drive when this hit-and-run happened?
  • How Arlington’s Christkindl Market became a little slice of Germany

Also on today's calendar: Beating Burnout: How to Avoid Emotional Exhaustion and 4 more events.

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Today's riddle: My brother swallowed a box of firecrackers. - Is he all right now? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

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  • Thursday: Turning sunny and breezy, with a high of 68 and low of 39 degrees.
  • Friday: Nice with plenty of sun, temps: high: 62, low: 50.
  • Saturday: Sunny, breezy and warmer, with a high of 79 and low of 48 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Teachers in this Tarrant County school district earn the highest salaries (fortworthreport.org) — Arlington ISD currently leads west DFW in teacher pay, with starting salaries at $66,100 and most experience levels topping neighboring districts, according to a new comparison by the United Educators Association. The analysis of 32 districts shows only 30-year veterans earn slightly more in Irving ISD, while statewide legislative pay raises also helped boost compensation across Texas.
   

2. Vikings fan hit by pickup truck near AT&T Stadium, police say (tspantx.com) — Arlington police are investigating a hit-and-run after a Vikings fan was struck by a dark-colored pickup truck near Stadium Drive while leaving the Cowboys game, leaving him with non-life-threatening injuries. Officers say the driver did not stop, and they’re now working with witness accounts to identify the vehicle and suspect.
   

3. Texas Christkindl Market celebrates 15 years of German holiday festivities in Arlington (fortworthreport.org) — Arlington’s Texas Christkindl Market is marking 15 years of bringing German-style holiday huts, food, and gifts to the Entertainment District near Choctaw Stadium. Organizers and vendors describe a tight-knit community that returns each season, rooted in Arlington’s sister-city relationships with German towns. The market has become a festive gathering spot for North Texans, including many veterans with ties to Germany.
   

4. Wednesday's Child: Sisters Saydee & Justice have a Christmas wish (wfaa.com) — Two foster sisters, Saydee and Justice, are currently living apart but met up at Alley Cats in Arlington to share some rare time together and talk about their biggest Christmas wish: being adopted into the same forever family. After five years in foster care, they’re hoping an Arlington-area family will step forward so they can grow up under one roof. Interested families are urged to contact the Heart Gallery of North Texas.
   

5. Arlington Bowie retires Pistons superstar Cade Cunningham's number ahead of game vs. Mavs (dallasnews.com) — James Bowie High School in Arlington retired NBA star Cade Cunningham’s No. 2 jersey while he was back in North Texas for the Pistons’ game against the Mavericks. Cunningham thanked his hometown for its support, saying he’s proud to be from Arlington and still feels overwhelmed by the love when he returns.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Thursday December 18
  • CenterWell Arlington Presents - Stocking Decorating
    CenterWell Senior Primary Care , 2562 W Pioneer Pkwy , Pantego
    12:00 pm
  • Guitar Winter Concert
    Iltexas Arlington-Grand Prairie H S Grand Prairie, TX 75052
    6:00 pm
  • Texas Western Work Night
    Texas Western Model Railroad Club , 6808 Forest Hill Dr , Forest Hill
    7:00 pm
    • Friday December 19
  • GBB @ Lamar
    Lamar High School , 1400 W Lamar Blvd , Arlington
  • Girls soccer vs Allen
    Eagle Stadium , 155 Rivercrest Blvd , Allen

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    FOUND on December 17, 2025 in Arlington, TX 76006 near At walnut ridge apts Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information or to contact the… (Nextdoor East Lamar Blvd)
  • Good Evening Everyone!
    I haven't been showcasing my pet portraits because they are gifts for people who may be on here. However, I painted this one for my son for… (Nextdoor Valparaiso Estate)
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  • TradeJobsWorkforce posted a job opening for United Airlines Ramp Service Employee in Arlington. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Arlington here.

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