Recycle electronics and rid home of household hazardous waste May 19

The City is hosting a Household Hazardous Waste Collection and Electronic Recycling event on Saturday, May 19, 9 a.m.-11 a.m., at 133 N. Main St. Household hazardous waste items are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Only household hazardous waste from Burleson residents will be accepted. Bring a water or solid waste bill as proof of residency. E-Waste Collections is coordinating the electronic recycling. There will be a fee for TVs ($10-$30, depending on the size and if there is a wooden console); computer hard drive erasing ($10); CRT computer monitors ($5), and air conditioning unit freon disposal ($15). All other electronic items may be dropped off free of charge. Read More

Enjoy a Mother's Day Brunch Saturday

Don't miss the Mother's Day Brunch Buffett at the Restaurant at Hidden Creek Golf Course. The event is Saturday, May 12, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. The brunch will feature fruit and muffins, a make-your-own Eggs Benedict bar, roasted vegetables and potatoes, bacon, sausage, scrambled eggs and the option for bottomless mimosas. Brunch is $15 per person. Adding the bottomless mimosas is an additional $5. RSVP to 817-447-4444, Ext. 6. The golf course is located at 555 E. Hidden Creek Pkwy.

Teens had photo finish in Get Going with Glenn Community 5K and Fun Walk

More than 120 walkers and runners participated in the Get Going With Glenn Community 5K and Fun Walk Saturday at Bartlett Park. The top male runner in the 5K was 15-year-old John Carter with a time of 22:33. The top female runner was 15-year-old Harley Wright at 22:34. In the 13 and under category, the top male was 10-year-old Noah Patterson with a time of 24:18 and the top female was 12-year-old Mackenzie Russell with a time of 27:51. The field included 104 runners, seven-72 years old, whose times ranged from 22:33 to 56:35. For more pictures from the 5K, go to the album on the City Facebook page. Glenn Keller is a Burleson resident who was picked for the CNN Fit Nation Triathlon Challenge in September 2011. Keller, who was troubled by an injured knee Saturday, finished 99 out of 104 with a time of 54:33. See all runners' times. The 51-year-old resident is one of seven CNN viewers selected to be part of Fit Nation. They will compete in the Nautica Malibu Triathlon in September. Read More 

Monday is deadline for adults to apply for Mayor's Youth Council seats

Police Department Open House is Tuesday, 3 p.m.-6 p.m.

Building Safety Month focus is on Energy and Green Building Week

The International Code Council is hosting Building Safety Month. Mike Holmes, HGTV celebrity and contractor, is lending his support to the campaign as 2012 Building Safety Month Honorary Ambassador. The theme for May 7-13 is Energy and Green Building Week. Building green means living better, smarter and healthier. By choosing energy-efficient building materials and supplies, homeowners can make positive changes, inside and outside. To improve the green factor in existing homes use longer-lasting and sustainable materials. Green homes are healthier homes, reducing mold, mildew and other allergens that contribute to asthma and other significant health issues. For more on what you can do, go to the Building Safety Month page, or contact the City's Building Permits and Inspections Division at city hall at 817-426-9611.

Apply now for Junior Fire Academy

Students who are entering the fifth grade in the fall of 2012 are invited to apply for a spot in the Burleson Fire Department's Junior Fire Academy. Class is June 4 -7, 8 a.m.-noon. The academy is limited to 12. Participants receive their own bunker gear, tour the fire stations, and learn about disaster safety, extrication, fire safety, fire hydrants, fire hoses, and search and rescue. Applications are available now, at Fire Station #1, 828 S.W. Alsbury Blvd. Forms must be turned in by May 21. Contact Firefighter Scott Johns or Secretary Kristie Menchaca at 817-426-9176.

Parents, learn about BRiCk's Summer Fun Camp via Information Night May 23