Burnsville: A Bustling City With Rural Roots And A Rich Culture
Posted on AllSides February 27th, 2023
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Burnsville is a place like no other. And whether you grew up here, recently moved to the area or you’re just an occasional visitor, you know that Burnsville has its own special traditions and history that make it so unique. A few things to know: • Founded in the mid-1850s, Burnsville started out as a small, rural farming community comprised of primarily Irish settlers. There were just 2,700 people who called Burnsville home in 1960, but in the following decades, the population has boomed to roughly 64,000, making it one...