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A Quarter-Century Later: Burleson and North Texas Pause to Honor 9/11 Victims and First Responders

Posted Sept. 21, 2026


Twenty-five years after the catastrophic events of September 11, 2001, the passage of time has not dimmed the memory or the solemnity of Patriot Day across North Texas. On Friday, September 11, 2026, residents, military personnel, …

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Special O.P.S. Celebrates First Anniversary of Serving Local Special-Needs Community By Mike Love-special to the BN-E

Posted on Sept. 21, 2026


ALVARADO, Texas — Colleen Love was not trying to start a nonprofit. She was trying to find her son somewhere to belong.  


“When we started Special O.P.S., we simply wanted to create a safe, welcoming environment where our son …

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The Smithsonian of Burleson Stories by John D. Smith-History Buff: Creek has been known by three names


Sept. 21, 2026

Priscilla: I am new to Burleson and love the picturesque little stream that meanders through Warren Park. It is referred to by different names. Why is that?


John: The name of the stream is confusing. Early in the development of Burle-son, …

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RIBBON-CUTTING CEREMONY FOR MR HENRY ICE CREAM: By David Carrizales

Posted Sept. 21, 2026



In the heart of Old Town Burleson, Mr. Henry’s Ice Cream hosted a ribbon-cutting for its current establishment this past Friday, September 11th.

Back in May of 2024, Mr. Henry’s Real Ice Cream opened its doors to customers here in …

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Open House Dates Announced for New Fort Worth Texas Temple

Posted Sept. 16, 2026

BURLESON, Texas — The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced an open house for the newly constructed Fort Worth Texas Temple.


Free public tours will run from Thursday, Nov. 5, through …

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