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What's up Arlington! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What will the new $5.3M health center bring to south Arlington?
  • Are high-tech thieves targeting cars in Arlington neighborhoods at night?
  • Can the Rangers clinch a playoff spot in Arlington this week?

Also on today's calendar: FFAPL's 2026 Fall Book Sale and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did one wall say to the other? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 94 and low of 74 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and very warm, temps: high: 94, low: 74.
  • Thursday: Very warm with clouds and sun, with a high of 95 and low of 73 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• New $5.3M Texas Health center coming near south Arlington (fortworthreport.org) — A new $5.3 million Texas Health outpatient and physician center is planned just off I-20 in Arlington, aiming to open by late 2027 and expand care in south Arlington. The two-story, 55,000-square-foot facility will offer family medicine, orthopedics, heart and vascular care, sports medicine, and on-site lab services, easing trips to Arlington Memorial and other scattered offices.
   

• North Texas car owners suspect high-tech thieves are bypassing alarms to steal cars (wfaa.com) — Arlington neighbors are reeling after thieves stole multiple vehicles, possibly using technology to bypass locks, alarms, and even disrupt home Wi‑Fi and security cameras. Families describe the emotional loss tied to the cars, while Arlington police continue investigating and residents urge others across the city to secure vehicles and review their home security setups.
   

• Texas Rangers at .500 go into final week leading AL West, have been close to top all year (arkansasonline.com) — With the season's final week starting in Arlington, the Texas Rangers sit at .500 yet still lead the AL West by a game over Houston. The team and manager say they're embracing a playoff-style, backs-against-the-wall mindset as they open a crucial home series before finishing on the road, keeping local fans on edge.
   

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Ok Arlington! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I'll meet you at the corner! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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