So you are ready to start your own business? The Burleson Public Library is hosting a free workshop Saturday, March 22, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., called "Start Your Own Business." Learn the details to starting a small company, including how to take advantage of opportunities for minority- and women-owned businesses, and get help filling out the necessary paperwork, developing business plans, and other start-up essentials. No registration is required. The library is located at 248 S.W. Johnson Ave. For more information call the library at 817-426-9210.

The Burleson Heritage Foundation and American Legion Post #235 are hosting the third annual Vietnam Veterans Day celebration on Saturday, March 29, at 11 a.m. at Veterans Memorial Park. The day was established, nationally, to honor and recognize the contributions of veterans who served in Vietnam during war and peace. The ceremony includes the presentation of colors by Boy Scout Troop #275, invocation by Pastor Rick Owen, and national anthem by the Centennial High School brass ensemble. Comments will be made by BHF President/United States Navy veteran Dale Dexheimer, Mayor Ken Shetter, Post Commander Bill Taylor, Congressman Roger Williams, Col. Forest Lucy USMC-Retired, and Gary Urban, Major USA-Retired (Battlefield cross). The park is located at 298 E. Renfro St.

You report a concern and we get you an answer. It's a simple as utilizing the RequestTracker page on the City of Burleson website. Since September 2010, when the City launched a redesigned website, you have been telling us your concerns to the tune of 2,836 (and counting) reports about everything from lost and found dogs, high grass/weeds, low water pressure and street maintenance. That is an average of 66 reports a month. You can send your report 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. All you need is your computer, a sign-in and password, and you are ready to go. The categories include animal services, code compliance, engineering, general comment/question, parks and recreation and public works. The two categories that garner the most reports are animal services and code compliance. Read More

Congratulations on making Burleson your home! If you are unsure of how to set up your utility account with the City, fill out a water service application, available on the City website's Forms page. You'll have to stop by Burleson City Hall with the application, a driver's license or state-issued ID, and a minimum deposit of $135 or a letter of credit that states that you had no late payments with a water, electric or gas utility in the last 12 months of service with them. Staff must verify that your name matches the name on the lease agreement or deed. If you are not able to come by in person you can fax or email a completed and notarized water service application with a copy of your driver's license. You must call to verify all paperwork was received and to set up a time for service to be connected. The City requires one working days' notice to have the water service connected. If you pay on time for 12 months in a row, your deposit is automatically refunded! If you have any questions, call Utility Customer Service at 817-426-9601.