City of Brenham

08/31/2026

❤️ 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb 💙

Join Brenham Fire Department, Brenham Police Department, EMS, local law enforcement and emergency response agencies, and Brenham ISD as we climb to honor the first responders who made the ultimate sacrifice and remember the civilians who lost their lives on September 11, 2001.

📅 September 11
⏰ 6:00–9:00 a.m.
📍 Cub Stadium, home-side bleachers
👟 Come-and-go community event

Participants are challenged to climb 2,200 steps, representing the 110 floors of the World Trade Center, at their own pace.

💧 Bring water and stay hydrated.

Come climb. Come remember. Come honor. Never forget. 🇺🇸

08/31/2026

Potential Tropical Cyclone (PTC) Five is currently about 130 miles south of the Louisiana coast, slowly moving west-northwestward towards the northwestern Gulf Coast.

It is expected to become a Tropical Storm within the next 24 hours or so, before making landfall along the Upper Texas coast, somewhere within the Warning area.

Periods of moderate to heavy rainfall associated are expected to begin as early as late tonight and lasting into late Tuesday night/early Wednesday morning. 3-5 inches of rain with isolated amounts of 6-9 inches are expected with the highest totals occuring east of I-45.

Rainfall rates will exceed 3-4 inches per hour at times in the heaviest downpours, which can lead to flash flooding especially in urban and vulnerable areas.

08/29/2026

Today’s the day! Clear the Shelter from 10am to 2pm

🚨 TODAY'S THE DAY! 🐾

Join us TODAY for Clear the Shelters at Brenham Animal Services!

Whether you're looking for your next best friend or just want a fun family outing, we've got something for everyone!

📅 Today!
🕙 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 1804 Longwood Dr., Brenham, TX

Here's what you'll find:
🐶 Dogs & cats ready for adoption
🎁 Gift basket giveaways
🎟️ Attend for a chance to win—adopt and receive TWO chances!
🚒🚓 Touch-a-Truck with the Brenham Fire & Police Departments
🍦 Free Blue Bell ice cream
🛍️ Local vendors
🏰 Jump house
🎉 Free giveaways

Every adoption changes a life. Even if you're not ready to adopt, come meet our amazing pets, support your local shelter, and enjoy a day of family fun.

Help us Clear the Shelters—we can't wait to see you! ❤️🐾

08/28/2026

Temporary Water Shut Off to Repair Leak

12:10pm
The Water Department is currently repairing a water leak on Wilson Street. As a result, water service will be temporarily shut off for approximately four hours in the following areas:
E. Alamo Street
S. Market Street
S. Chappell Hill Street
E. Commerce Street
Clinton Street

08/28/2026

APPLICATIONS OPEN SEPTEMBER 1 for Board and Committee Appointments

Want to volunteer and help make a difference? If you are interested in becoming a board member, applications will be available on September 1, 2026.

A Council Subcommittee will review submitted applications, and City Council will make appointments in December. All new terms officially begin on January 1, 2027.

Community members on Brenham's boards and committees provide an invaluable service by helping the City Council and City Staff develop recommendations on important policy matters. Participation on a City advisory body is an excellent way to get involved in the community and your local government. It is an interesting and challenging experience that can truly make a difference.

Stay tuned for more details...

08/27/2026

ROAD CLOSURE

11:05am
The Water Department has closed Wilson St. from E. Commerce St. to E. Alamo St. to repair a water leak. The closure is expected to last approximately eight hours.

08/26/2026

Utility Pole Replacement Project

We contracted with 5 Star Electric, LLC to replace deteriorated utility poles throughout the city and upgrade the electrical line along Old Chappell Hill Road (between Blue Bell Road and Alois Lane). Work began on Monday, August 24, 2026. These improvements are essential to maintaining the safety, reliability, and long-term performance of Brenham’s electrical infrastructure.

Project Details:
• Estimated duration: Approximately one and a half months
• Working hours: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

During this period, residents may see crews and equipment operating along roadways. Please drive carefully near work zones.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work to enhance our infrastructure. If you have questions or concerns, please contact City Hall at 979-337-7400.

08/25/2026

Road Closure

9:27am The Water Department has closed Burch Street, S. Chappell Hill Street, and Washington Street for the installation of a water tap.

08/25/2026

Burn Ban issued

🔥 BURN BAN NOTICE 🔥

Effective: Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 12:00 a.m.

Effective tonight at midnight, Washington County will be under a Burn Ban until further notice.

During the burn ban, household garbage may still be burned, but it must be contained in a properly screened barrel or screened pit.

With the current hot and dry conditions, we ask everyone to use extra caution and do their part to help prevent fires from getting out of control.

Please help us spread the word by sharing this information with your friends, family, and neighbors.

Stay safe and stay aware, Washington County!

08/22/2026

Crews are on scene at a single plane down at the Brenham Municipal Airport. The plane suffered damage and the two occupants were taken by WC EMS with minor injuries. Crews on scene are DPS, City of Brenham airport staff, Brenham Fire Dept, Meyersville FD, Chappell Hill FD, Salem FD, and HAZMAT.

This is an active investigation by DPS.