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It’s Friday, Burleson! Let’s finish this week strong.
In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: Rezoning pause for $10B data center, $220M cattle fraud indictments, and a St. Paddy taproom crawl + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.
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📰 In the news
Longer days and new curriculum: Nearby Everman ISD decided to outsource Townley Elementary and Baxter Jr. High to Third Future Schools, earning a two-year reprieve as low accountability scores could trigger a state takeover — get all the details.
Hundreds of acres at stake: Fort Worth City Council paused rezoning for a $10 billion data center last month after Forest Hill and Everman leaders sought talks and council members requested details about the project — get all the details.
Defendants face steep penalties: Five people tied to Agridime were indicted in an alleged $220 million cattle fraud, including Fort Worth and Arlington residents, accused of luring investors and misusing funds, according to prosecutors — see who was charged.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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💎 Local business spotlight
Hands-on art fix: Skip the scroll and turn an hour into a keepsake at The Art Barn Studio, a Burleson paint-your-own pottery studio where walk-ins are welcome and ideas land in clay. Ideal for solo zen, kid energy, or low-key date nights. Your shelves will thank you.
Backyard upgrade, anyone?: Whether you’re planning a porch refresh or a hangout-worthy deck, BAKER Carpentry builds sturdy, good-looking spaces with custom design and solid wood craftsmanship. If your patio furniture needs a better stage, they’ll turn your Joshua backyard into a favorite weeknight spot.
A little bayou boost: When your week needs flavor therapy, Boo-Ray’s of New Orleans serves NOLA-style Cajun-grilled seafood with a Texas twist in Crowley. Ideal for a low-key night with big flavors and zero fuss, think fresh catches and that laid-back, locals-only energy.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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📆 Around town this weekend
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🩸 Blood Drive @ Walmart Supercenter Burleson | Friday (3/13) at 10:00 AM – Feeling brave on Friday the 13th? Prove the superstitions wrong and roll up a sleeve with the Burleson Lions and Carter BloodCare outside Walmart, then brag you literally gave life. Good deed, helpful neighbors, and zero chainsaws involved.
🤠 Country Western Dance @ Burleson Senior Activity Center | Friday (3/13) at 6:30 PM – Dust off your boots and two-step at the Burleson Senior Activity Center’s country western dance on second Fridays. Live bands keep it fresh, partners optional, smiles mandatory. It’s adults 50+, five bucks at the door, and more fun than waiting for a table at Babe’s.
✏ Community Sketch Group @ Russell Farm Art Center | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Grab a sketchbook and swing by Russell Farm for a relaxed morning of sips, snacks, and low-pressure sketching. Come and go as you please, sip bottomless coffee, follow the theme or not, and let the Supply Swap and Draw rehome your extras.
🍀 Old Town Burleson St. Paddy Taproom Crawl @ Fish City Grill | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Old Town Burleson’s throwing a St. Paddy’s taproom crawl with a costume contest, quality pours, and real bragging rights. Whether you dust off a green wig or just want a proper pint, expect short strolls, bars, and people-watching better with sensible shoes than green beer.
🥧 Pi Day Pi-K @ Burleson Recreation Center (BRiCk) | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Take a break from the grind and jog over to the BRiCK for a very digestible 3.14 kilometers in honor of Pi Day. Walk it, run it, bring the kids, then collect your slice of victory pie, and call it balanced living, not math.
🌼 The Spring Back-Pasture Bash @ Kellett Farms Horse Facility | Saturday (3/14) at 2:00 PM – Grab your boots and head to Kellett Farms for a back-pasture afternoon that smells like spring and good decisions. Face painting, lead line rides, horse painting, and a mini market keep everyone happy, and your “support local” halo polished. Less screen time, more hay time.
🧘 Sound Bath @ The Groovy Yoga Studio | Saturday (3/14) at 2:00 PM – If your nervous system has been acting like it pays rent, this floating sound bath is its eviction notice. Sink into a weightless silk hammock, or keep it grounded, while crystal bowls, chimes, and gongs do the heavy lifting, leaving you calmer, lighter, and zen.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Burleson report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 78°F – Low: 52°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 78. South southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Later: Clear. Low around 52, with temperatures rising to around 55 overnight. South southeast wind around 10 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 81°F – Low: 63°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 81. South wind 10 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 63. South wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.
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