Burleson police and firefighters to play charity football game for children
This is the ninth year that the two public safety departments will square off.
Friday, Nov. 6, 2009
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Burleson considering tree preservation ordinance
The ordinance creates two zones -- an environmentally sensitive area and the area outside of that.
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Burleson unveils incident response armored vehicle purchased with federal grant
According to the grant, “The vehicle will allow officers to respond with the ability to detect nuclear and explosive gas weapons."
Thursday, July 2, 2009
UPDATED: Burleson to break ground on new sports complex
The softball/baseball megaplex will cost an estimated $14.7 million
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
Burleson’s free household hazardous waste collection event draws almost 150 people
The most popular item dropped off at the City’s old service center on Main Street was old paint.
Monday, June 8, 2009
Burleson turns solid waste collection over to private vendor
Beginning June 1, solid waste collection will be handled by I.E.S.I. TX Corporation.
Thursday, May 28, 2009
City of Burleson to host Youth Summit
Those who attend are encouraged to fill out a quick survey detailing what they want to see in the city of Burleson.
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Burleson Police honor DFW Airport officer for saving the life of Burleson Police Sgt. Sean Bolton
Frisinger is credited with saving the life of Burleson Police Sgt. Sean Bolton during an off-duty trip one year ago.
Monday, April 13, 2009
First teen court session in Burleson is slated for May
Teen Court is a voluntary program that would allow teens (12-19 years of age) with Class C misdemeanors “pay” for the citations through community service, educational classes, serving on a jury, and being involved in the judicial process.
Thursday, April 9, 2009
City of Burleson is not shutting down Burleson Tea Party
Burleson is working with the folks at the Tea Party about public safety concerns.
Friday, April 3, 2009
Burleson closes city offices Good Friday and Easter day
All city facilities will be closed except for the Hidden Creek Golf Course. Good news for golfers.
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Thirty arrested in Burleson in Great Texas Warrant Roundup
The City marshals as well as six police officers made the arrests late last week.
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Burleson’s March 16 council meeting has been changed
The meeting will now be at noon.
Monday, March 9, 2009
Burleson to host its first Texas SmartScape yard contest
Just how many pink flamingos will it take to win that yard contest?
Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2009
Burleson’s crime rates fall while the city grows
Despite growth, there's still not much going on in Burleson.
Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2009
Burleson Police Department honors many at annual awards banquet
Burleson PD handed out a slew of awards including Purple Hearts, life saving awards and a character award, among others.
Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2009
Burleson Animal Shelter and Meals-on-Wheels partner for AniMeals pilot project
No no, they won't be serving the animals for dinner. They will be bringing dinner (in the form of pet food) to the animals of Meals on Wheels clients. And you know you are just sick for even thinking that in the first place.
Thursday, Jan. 22, 2009
Burleson Police Crisis Negotiation Team earns first place in competition
Wow, Burleson PD happens to be master negotiators. Who knew.
Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009
Burleson is rounding up those who haven’t paid municipal court fines
Are you about to be arrested? Maybe you best turn yourself in, son, before the strong arm of the law collects your sorry ass.
Friday, Jan. 9, 2009
Burleson Police take to the streets on bicycles
The bikes come equipped with a headlight. I wonder if they have a bell too.
Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2008
Burleson will close roads for December 6 Christmas festivities
The parade’s traditional route starts at Kerr Middle School, then goes up Johnson Avenue to Ellison Street, through Old Town to Main Street, and circles back through the neighborhoods to the school.
Thursday, Nov. 13, 2008
City of Burleson places fourth in Region 2 Park Rodeo
Technically they tied for 4th, but who wants to split hairs?
Monday, Nov. 3, 2008
Burleson will host Regional Transportation Council public meeting
Even fringe suburbs like Burleson are jumping on the public transportation bandwagon.
Sunday, Oct. 5, 2008
Burleson cops try to get homeowners to close their garage doors
And, no, we're not speaking euphemistically.
With burglaries on the increase, residents are being warned to close 'em or... um... lose stuff.
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
UPDATED: Water main break Saturday required hundreds of Burleson residents to boil tap water
The boil water order has been lifted and affected residents have been notified via the city's emergency messaging system.
Saturday, June 7, 2008
Burleson offers students free animal welfare training
The deadline for fifth-graders to apply to the free Paw Pals Animal Care Academy is May 28.
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Burleson Fire Department recruits go through agility exam
Applicants seek to fill one of six positions at Burleson Fire Station #3, opening in 2009.
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Burleson bicyclist has been hospitalized following hit-and-run accident
Police are seeking witnesses in Wednesday morning's accident on the west service road to I-35W.
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Burleson helps residents properly dispose of household hazardous waste on May 3
Bring old cans of paint, pesticides, used oil and other automotive fluids, household cleaners, solvents, and dead batteries.
Saturday, April 26, 2008
Burleson will test Connect-CTY notification system Thursday, April 17
Residents without land lines can opt-in to receive calls, text messages, or e-mails in case of emergency.
Saturday, April 12, 2008
Burleson celebrates National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week and 911 Education Month in April
Burleson will honor the dozen employees who answer 16,000 911 calls each year.
Monday, March 31, 2008
Burleson goes purple for one week in honor of Relay For Life
The American Cancer Society's event prompted action the week of April 20-26.
Monday, March 31, 2008
Former meteorologist and environmentalist to address Burleson Heritage Foundation
Topics will include the late, great Harold Taft and Keep Burleson Beautiful.
Monday, March 31, 2008
Ban on outdoor burning in Burleson’s extra-territorial jurisdiction is lifted
Burning within city limits is still illegal.
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
Burleson Opportunity Fund will be unveiled at April 17 ceremony
Scholarships will be granted to Burleson's '08 grads.
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
Burleson urges residents to be aware of flooding dangers and get educated about floodplains
Eight major creeks can cause flooding.
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
Burleson Police will be looking for drunk drivers over spring break
Since when did Burleson become a hot spot for spring breakers?
Saturday, March 1, 2008
UPDATED: Burleson declares ban on use of combustible materials
The use of combustible materials outdoors by anyone for any reason is prohibited in Burleson
Violation of the ban may result in fines up to $2000.
Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2008
Jan. 31 is the deadline for Burleson residents to register alarm systems
Annual fees are $50 for residential permits and $100 for commercial permits
Monday, Jan. 14, 2008
Two arrested for DWI, one cited for DUI in Burleson on New Year’s Day
Burleson Police Commander Chris Havens says publicized enforcement was a good deterrent
Tuesday concluded 11 days of enhanced DWI enforcement in Burleson
Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2008
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