Town of Arlington

☑️ Early Voting Wraps Up this Saturday!

Early voting for the August Municipal Elections and State & Federal Primary Elections is now underway Arlington. You can cast your ballot at the Arlington Safe Room (11842 Otto Lane) until this Saturday (Aug 1).

📅 Dates: July 17– August 1 (closed Sundays)
- Weekday Hours: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Saturday (8/1): 8 AM – 4 PM

Skip the lines on Election Day and vote early at your convenience!

For more information: https://electionsshelbytn.gov/

🎒 School starts soon...so let's squeeze in one more day of summer fun! ☀️

Join us this Saturday from 2:00–5:00 PM at Forrest Street Park for an afternoon packed with FREE family fun before the first bell rings!

🔬 Science Show
💦 Dunk Tank (featuring surprise dunkers!)
🎨 Face Painting
🎈 Balloon Animals
🐐 Goats
🫧 Giant Bubbles
🎣 Fishing
💃 Line Dancing
⛳ Miniature Golf
🎯 Carnival Games & Crafts hosted by local churches

Plus, come hungry! Food trucks will be on site with plenty of delicious food, snacks, and sweet treats.

Grab the kids and come help us wrap up summer with an afternoon of fun. We can't wait to see you there!

🚧 UPDATE...Again. 🚧

It appears these railroad crossing closures are a bit of a moving train. 🚂

We've now been told the Jetway Road crossing will NOT be closing this week after all. At this point, it may happen sometime next week, but no firm schedule has been provided.

Rather than sending everyone on another detour that doesn't happen, we'll hold off on additional updates until we receive a more definitive schedule from the railroad.

As soon as we know something for certain, you'll know too. Thanks for rolling with the changes! 🚂

🚧 UPDATE: Railroad Crossing Closure Schedule Change 🚧 The Town just learned the railroad maintenance schedule for our Town crossings at Jetway and Airline Road have changed. The new schedule is as follows:

🚧 Jetway Road Crossing
- Now to close Thursday morning, July 30
- Expected to reopen Friday

🚧 Airline Road Crossing
- closure date tbd

Please plan ahead with alternate routes and allow extra travel time. The railroad should install advance warning signs prior to starting to help remind motorists of the upcoming closures.

Thank you for your patience as their maintenance is completed.

Senior Center Phone Disruption - The main phone at the Senior Center is currently down. We're working to resolve the issue.

In the meantime, they are still available via the Center's cell phone (901-501-1241) or you can contact Town Hall at 901-867-2620.

🚧 Heads Up: Temporary Railroad Crossing Closures 🚧

The railroad is performing maintenance along the rail line through Town, including replacing railroad ties and other track improvements.

As part of this work, two railroad crossings will be temporarily closed next week:

🚧 Jetway Road Crossing
- Closes Tuesday morning, July 28
- Expected to reopen Wednesday

🚧 Airline Road Crossing
- Closes Thursday morning, July 30
- Expected to reopen Friday

Please plan ahead with alternate routes and allow extra travel time. The railroad will be installing advance warning signs in the coming days to help remind motorists of the upcoming closures.

Thank you for your patience as their maintenance is completed.

Hey Arlington - we can't wait to see you at the Market this coming Saturday morning (July 25)!

We have some amazing vendors scheduled. Check the website for a full list: www.townofarlington.org/page/the-market

🚧 Trail Refresh Underway 🚧 The walking trails at Forrest Street Park will be getting a refresh on Wednesday and Thursday (July22-23) this week.

During this time, the walking trails will be CLOSED & barricades will be in place. The playground area will remain open to the public (although it may be a little loud when they're working nearby).

Please help us keep everyone safe by staying off the trails while work is in progress.

STREET SWEEPING STARTS TOMORROW! Don't forget to put cars in garages and driveways - because crews start their quarterly street sweeping tomorrow.

✅ What's getting cleaned? All public curbed streets (daytime) and major intersections + Town lots (overnight)

It takes about 5–7 days to cover the whole town. Crews begin on the west side of town and move east, but exact day-by-day schedules vary with weather and progress.

🚫 REMINDER: Please avoid parking on the street until your area has been swept. Once cleaned, you’re in the clear!

☑️ Early Voting Starts Today!

Early voting for the August Municipal Elections and State & Federal Primary Elections is now underway Arlington. You can cast your ballot at the Arlington Safe Room (11842 Otto Lane).

📅 Dates: July 17– August 1 (closed Sundays)
- Weekday Hours: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Saturday Hours: 10 AM – 4 PM
- Final Day (8/1): 8 AM – 4 PM

Skip the lines on Election Day and vote early at your convenience!

For more information: https://electionsshelbytn.gov/

Ready to make a splash? Our rescheduled Water Fun Day is happening tomorrow!

📅 Friday, July 17
🕘 9:00 a.m. - Noon
📍 Douglas Park (11777 Douglas Street - beside Arlington Elementary)

Grab your swimsuit, a towel, and come cool off with us! It's going to be a great way to beat the summer heat. ☀️🌊

We appreciate everyone's understanding after last week's postponement. Can't wait to see you tomorrow!

STREET SWEEPING STARTS MONDAY! Crews hit the streets July 20 (weather permitting) for our next Town-wide Street Sweep.

✅ What's getting cleaned? All public curbed streets (daytime) and major intersections + Town lots (overnight)

This takes about 5–7 days to cover the whole Town. Crews begin on the west side of town and move east, but exact day-by-day schedules will vary with weather and progress.

🚫 REMINDER: Please avoid parking on the street until your area has been swept. Once cleaned, you’re in the clear!

Let’s keep storm drains clear, roads tidy, and Arlington beautiful - together!

🎶 Music On The Square is this coming Saturday! 🎶

Join us at The Crossing Amphitheater in Depot Square this Saturday night for an evening of live music, food, and community fun!

This month’s featured band is THE ZEKE YARBRO BAND.

📍 Music On The Square happens every 3rd Saturday from May through October and all concerts are FREE to attend (weather permitting). Food will be available for purchase, so come hungry and ready to enjoy a great night with friends and neighbors.

A big thank you to the Arlington Chamber for coordinating and to this month’s sponsors: Leaders Credit Union and NE Shelby Count Kiwanis for helping make this event possible!

We’ll see you at the Crossing, Arlington!

🌽 The Arlington Crossing Market is going on this morning from 8 AM - Noon at the Crossing Pavilion (12090 Forrest St.).🍓

Join us for a variety of homemade and handmade goods from local vendors!

For more information and a list of vendors : www.townofarlington.org/page/the-market

UPDATE: Water Fun Day Postponed

Due to unforeseen circumstances and the potential for inclement weather, today's Sprinklers and Water Fun Day at Douglas Park has been postponed.

📅 The July 10 event has been rescheduled to Friday, July 17, from 9:00 a.m. to Noon at Douglas Park.

We know many of you were looking forward to splashing into the fun, and we apologize for the change. We hope you'll grab your swimsuit and towel and join us next Friday instead!