About Mansfield
About Mansfield is a community news podcast that started in January 2020, just one week after Mansfield, Texas's local newspaper ceased operations at the end of 2019. The show aims to fill the void in local news coverage for residents of Mansfield, Texas. Each episode covers local news and information relevant to the Mansfield community.
Episodes
AM338 - Tarrant County Master Gardener Liz McCarthy: an Interview. Part 2
Stories we’re covering this week:• Mansfield Utility Rates Slated for Change in October• Methodist Mansfield Donates Bleeding-Control Kits• Historical Marker to Honor Bethlehem Baptist Church• Mansfield Resident Named to Drag Racing Power 100• Hunting and Fishing Day May Have Mansfield Residents Casting a Line• In Sports, North Texas SC Ends Their Season With a Loss on the RoadIn the Features Sect
AM337 - Tarrant County Master Gardener Liz McCarthy: an Interview. Part 1
Stories we’re covering this week:• Middle School Principal Resigns Over Allegations• Council Passes Budget in A Moment with the Mayor• Storm Snaps Utility Pole, Knocks Out Power• East Broad Street Retail Center Has A New Owner• Pink Hope Market Planned at Methodist Mansfield• Mansfield Philharmonic Opens New Season• In Sports, North Texas SC Wins in a ShootoutIn the Features Section:• Angel Biasat
AM336 - Mansfield Military Moment Host Nyke Harrison with Sunshine Yoga Shack's Lynn Rozak: an Interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• The Broad Street Widening Project Has Begun• Mansfield Police Share Vital Safety Tips• Texas Parks Warns Boaters and Hunters About Invasive Species• Mansfield to Host Dolly Parton-Themed Celebration• In Sports, North Texas SC Routs At HomeIn the Features Section:• Angel Biasatti focuses on heat-related illnesses in Methodist Mansfield News to Know• Brian Certain
AM335 - Mansfield ISD School Board President Dr. Jandel Crutchfield: an Interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• Mansfield Marks Desegregation Anniversary• UTA President Stepping Down• School Board Considers Changes to Elections• Mansfield Fire Crews Assist at Rendon Blaze• Mansfield Issues Temporary Outdoor Burning Restrictions• In Sports, North Texas SC Wins Another ShootoutIn the Features Section:• Tim Roberts joins us with the Cultural Arts Calendar• Angel Biasatti focu
AM334 - Historical Society President Tom Leach: an Interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• Train Derailment Causes Traffic Problems• Costco Opens in Mansfield• Mansfield Drug Investigation Leads to Fort Worth Search• Frontier High School Ranks Third in Texas• East Broad Street Construction Begins• Mansfield Marks Integration Anniversary• Texas Tech Expands Mansfield Nursing Program• Landmark Drive-In Set to Close• In Sports, North Texas SC Wins Two Con
AM333 - TX Rangers Radio Voice Eric Nadel: an Interview, Part 2
Stories we’re covering this week:• Mansfield ISD Maintains B Rating• Woman Sentenced in Mansfield Child’s Death• Mansfield Water Utilities Earns Three State Awards• Civic Event Marks Integration Anniversary• Firefighter Honored for Lake Rescue• Tarrant County Proposes Lower Tax Rate• Mansfield Named Among State’s Wealthiest Communities• Miracle League Field Opens in Mansfield• In Sports, North Tex
AM332 - TX Rangers Radio Voice Eric Nadel: an Interview, Part 1
Stories we’re covering this week:• Pickup Truck Crashes Into Local Home• Public Art Unveiled at New Animal Shelter• Stadium Hiring Event Security Staff• Police Department Introduces New Badge Design• Fall Garden Box Pickup Set for September• World Cup Goals Find a New Home at Mansfield Stadium• In Sports, North Texas SC and FC Dallas post Wins in MansfieldIn the Features Section:• Angel Biasatti w
AM331 - Old 97's Rhett Miller: an Interview, Part 2
Stories we’re covering this week:• Mansfield Woman Dies in Riding Lawn Mower Accident• Mansfield to Begin East Broad Street Widening Project in Late August• Council of Governments to Launch Effort to Reduce Excessive Speeding• Overnight Lane Closures Planned on Northbound 360 Tollway• MISD Seeks Volunteers for Financial Future Committee• Mansfield ISD Hiring for Wide Range of Positions• Mansfield
AM330 - Old 97's Rhett Miller: an Interview, Part 1
Stories we’re covering this week:• Heat Advisory Prompts Opening of Cooling Center• Mayor Michael Evans recaps Monday’s City Council meeting in A Moment With the Mayor• Back-to-School Bash Returns Saturday for MISD Families• City to Celebrate a Back-to-Back Art Unveiling and Grand Opening• Popular Restaurant to Change Name and Owner• Mansfield Police Offers Catalytic Converter Theft Prevention Rem
AM329 - Summit High School Principal Jason Mutterer: an Interview, Part 2
Stories we’re covering this week:• Mansfield Seeks Board and Commission Applicants• Debbie Lane Water Line Repairs Are Complete• Mansfield ISD Opens Returning Student Registration• Mansfield Alum Headed to Grand Ole Opry• Hawaiian Falls to Host Slides and Sirens• Water Utilities Department Digs Into Fall Gardening• In Sports, North Texas SC Wins on the RoadIn the Features Section:• Angel Biasatti
AM328 - Summit High School Principal Jason Mutterer: an Interview, Part 1
Stories we’re covering this week:• Mansfield Considers New Developer for Downtown• Council Approves Park Improvement Bonds in A Moment with the Mayor• Filing Period Opens for TAD Board Elections• Tip-A-Cop Fundraiser to Benefit Special Olympics• In Sports… North Texas SC Goalkeeper is Called up to ColombiaIn the Features Section:• Angel Biasatti does a “gut check” on the foods that you eat in Meth
AM327 - Mansfield Military Moment: an Interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• Mansfield Stadium Opens With Celebratory Atmosphere• Bethlehem Baptist Receives State Historical Marker• Maternal Health Research Study Launched in Mansfield• Mansfield Mission Center Seeks July Food Donations• Taste of Mansfield Tickets are Now On Sale• Boaters Asked to Help Prevent Spread of Invasive Species• In Sports… North Texas SC steps up in front of home
AM326 - State Representative-Elect Junior Ezeonu: an Interview, Part 2
Stories we’re covering this week:• Mansfield Receives Top AAA Credit Rating• Mansfield Releases 2025 Water Quality Report• MISD Approves Budget with Employee Raises• Mansfield Cops Invite Local Residents To Go Fishing• Fire Department Reminds Residents About Fireworks• A Busy Independence Weekend Is Ahead In Mansfield• In Sports, North Texas SC Gears Up For Their Mansfield Home OpenerIn the Featur
AM325 - State Representative-Elect Junior Ezeonu: an Interview, Part 1
Stories we’re covering this week:• Police Warn of a Questionable Donation Solicitation Scheme• Mansfield Launches Citywide Litter Cleanup Program• Mansfield ISD Education Pioneer Dies at the age of 92• Summer of Soccer Has Begun in North Texas• Mansfield to Host Annual Juneteenth Celebration June 19• Taste of Black Mansfield Festival Set for June 20• Mansfield to Host Czech-Themed Festival June 21
AM324 - Pie Mogul Allen Constantino: an Interview, Part 2
Stories we’re covering this week:• School Board President Responds to Residency Allegations• Upgrades Coming Soon To Rose Park in A Moment With The Mayor• Storms Keep Mansfield Fire Crews Busy Saturday Night• Three Arrested After Mansfield Shoplifting Investigation Leads to Hot Pursuit• Summit Principal Makes National News… Again• Mansfield Plans For National Night Out in October• Thousands Show U
AM323 - Pie Mogul Allen Constantino: an Interview, Part 1
Stories we’re covering this week:• School Board President Under Fire Over Residence• Mansfield Residents May See Increased Traffic During World Cup• City Manager Asks Council to Rename Pavilion in Honor of Gold Star Families• Common Ground Feeding the Kids this Summer• Rangers Foundation Donates Grant to Mansfield ISD• Comedy is Coming to the Farr Best Theater, We’re Not Just Making This Up!• Coca
AM322 - Noggin Education Foundation Founder and CEO Doneta Bailey: an Interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• Fatal Stabbing Under Investigation in Mansfield• Mansfield Lands in Top 25 Best Places to Live in America• Mansfield to Host Juneteenth Celebration at Geyer Commons• Improv Comedy Show Coming to Farr Best Theater• Czech Festival Coming to Mansfield in June• Texas Rangers Foundation to Present MISD With A Grant• In Sports, Timberview proves they’re the best in Tra
AM321 - "Confessions of an Eco-Terrorist" - Lance Irwin, Part 2: an Interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• Primary Runoff Early Voting Is Underway• Mansfield ISD Gears Up for Six Graduation Ceremonies• Mansfield Library Launches Summer Reading Challenge• Veteran Receives Housing Grant in Mansfield• Firefly Tours Return to Historic Mansfield• In Sports, a Hat Trick Powers North Texas SC’s Big Win In Front of a Hometown CrowdIn the Features Section:• Angel Biasatti talk
AM320 - Author Lance Irwin, Part 1: an Interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• Mansfield Stadium Countdown Begins• Mansfield Hospitals Earn High Marks for Patient Safety• Mansfield ISD Honors District Teachers of the Year• Hawaiian Falls Opens for Summer Season• Mansfield ISD Class of 2026 Includes 42 Sets of Twins• In Sports, North Texas SC Finds Its Winning WaysIn the Features Section:• Angel Biasatti sinks her teeth into National Dracula
AM319 - Author Dr. Nicholas Michels, Part 2: an Interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• Michele Gooch Wins School Board Seat in Up-and-Down Battle• City Council Passes Civility Resolution Following Tense Exchange• Mansfield Woman Awaits Sentencing in Exploitation Case• Downtown Brewery Closes After Nine Years• Mansfield Mission Fundraiser Raises Over $2M for New Facility• In Sports… Timberview Track & Field headed to StateIn the Features Section
AM318 - Author Dr. Nicholas Michels, Part 1: an Interview
Guest Host: Peter PonceStories we’re covering this week:• Methodist Mansfield Scores Big at Awards Luncheon• Steve Get Us Caught Up on the City Council Meeting in A Moment With The Mayor• Road to Venus Expansion Proposal Open for Public Input• Music Alley Festival Returns to Downtown• Mansfield Philharmonic Announces Ambitious Season Finale• Historic Preservation Month Events Set in Mansfield• H-E
AM317 - Willie Brown Granddaughter Tia Middlebrook: an Interview
GUEST HOST: Terrhonda HillmanStories we’re covering this week:• Vendors Scramble as Painted Tree Boutique Abruptly Closes• Early Voting Has Begun in Mansfield• Mansfield Resident Honored with State Resolution for 55-Hour Baking Marathon• Methodist Mansfield Names New Chief Nursing Officer• Earth Day Celebration Returns to Mansfield This Saturday• KemperSports to Operate Mansfield FieldhouseIn the
AM316 - MISD Superintendent Dr. Tiffanie Spencer, Part 2: an Interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• California Studio Moving Forward With $50M Film Facility in Mansfield• We’ll talk “Summer of Soccer” in A Moment With the Mayor• Summit High Named National Showcase School• Mansfield ISD Hosting Teacher Job Fair• Free Community Shred Day Set for April 18 in Mansfield• Hall-of-Fame Baseball Player Bringing Invitational Training Clinic to Mansfield• In Sports… it’s
Courtney Lackey-Wilson — MISD School Board Candidate Interview
Steve Cosio and Karen Marcucci co-host a discussion with Courtney Lackey Wilson, incumbent candidate for Mansfield ISD School Board Place 7. Courtney delves into her motivations for re-election, achievements during her 15-year tenure, and the importance of community involvement in decision-making. She addresses topics like handling declining enrollment, evaluating student success beyond test score
Michele Gooch — MISD School Board Candidate Interview
Join hosts Steve Cosio and Karen Marcucci as they dive into the intriguing world of school board elections with Michele Gooch, a candidate for Place 7. Gooch discusses her background and leadership skills, key issues like budget management, special education, and the balance between parental input and educator expertise. She also shares her vision for effective team collaboration and the board's r
AM315 - MISD Superintendent Dr. Tiffanie Spencer, Part 1: an Interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• NTTA Plans Public Meeting on Proposed 360 Tollway Extension• Trader Joe’s Confirmed for Mansfield, Ending Long-Running Speculation• Earth Day Mansfield Returns with a Day of Family Fun• New Texas Hemp Rule Shifts What’s on Store Shelves in Mansfield Shops• In Sports, North Texas SC wins big on the roadIn the Features Section:• Angel Biasatti talks about how to bu
AM314 - Mentors Care Founder Dena Petty, Part 2: an Interview
GUEST HOST: Ron McKenzieStories we’re covering this week:• Mansfield Mayor Named Among Nation’s “Government Champions”• Mansfield ISD Sets Community Chats With New Superintendent• New Nature Trails Coming to Julian Feild Park• Bluebonnets Are Blooming, But With a Few Warnings• Mansfield Reads Program Builds Momentum Ahead of Author Visit• Kids Business Fair Returns to Mansfield to Support Student
AM313 - Mentors Care Founder Dena Petty, Part 1: an Interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• Mansfield Police Warn of Fake DMV Text Scam• Council Aims to Slow Traffic in A Moment With the Mayor• Heritage Parkway Construction to Shift Traffic Starting Next Week• Mansfield Police Officer Retires After 28 Years• In Sports, North Texas SC drops one in HoustonIn the Features Section:• Angel Biasatti talks about how a green diet can add some spark to your life
AM312 - Mansfield City Councilman Larry Broseh, Part 2: an Interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• Firearm Discovered in Parent’s Purse at Summit High School Entrance• Mansfield Cancels May City Council Election After Candidates Run Unopposed• American Idol Contestant Named Grand Marshal for Pickle Parade• In Sports, it’s a two-fer for Summit basketballIn the Features Section:• Angel Biasatti talks about simple ways to manage allergies in Methodist Mansfield N
Reverend Floyd S. Moody Interview — unedited
We've received many requests to release Parts 1 & 2 as a full, unedited episode.Floyd Moody played a quiet but important role in Mansfield’s early history. In this episode, we explore who Moody was, the impact he had on the local community, and why his story is gaining renewed attention today as Mansfield works to recognize people and moments that shaped the city’s past. It’s a look at local h
AM311 - Mansfield City Councilman Larry Broseh, Part 1: an Interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• Mansfield ISD Urges Parents to Address Increase in Threatening Language Among Students• MISD Ranked No. 1 in Texas for College, Career, and Military Readiness• Statue with Mansfield Ties Installed at Globe Life Field Drawing Cheers and Jeers• Arts Week, Spring Break and The Pickle Parade — It’s All in A Moment With the Mayor• Dallas Plans Free FIFA Fan Festival D
AM310 - Reverend Floyd S. Moody, Part 2: an Interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• MISD Trustees Hire a New Superintendent• Arrest Made in Mansfield Drug-Related Death Investigation• The Nation Tunes In to Watch Legacy Grad’s American Idol Performance• State Resolution Honors a Local as DFW Executive of the Year• Nominations Open for 2026 Methodist Mansfield Sports Awards• In Sports, North Texas Soccer Clubs kicks off their seasonIn the Feature
AM309 - Reverend Floyd S. Moody, Part 1: an Interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• Community Discusses Proposed Desegregation Landmark• Pavement Management (and more) in A Moment With the Mayor• Candidate Withdraws from City Council Race• Mansfield ISD Votes Against Separate Daily Prayer Period• Geyer Commons Grand Opening Set for Friday• Texas Health Secures Naming Rights for Mansfield Stadium• Mansfield Stadium Still in the Hunt For World Cup
AM308 - Retired Prosecutor Denise Wilkerson, Part 2: an Interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• Local Ballot Set for May City Council and School Board Races• Voters Will See Local Names on March 3rd State Primary Ballot• Mansfield Woman Pleads Guilty to Federal Child Exploitation Charges• Mansfield Man Held on $1 Million Bond in Homicide and Child Abduction Case• State Issues Emergency Order Against Local Crypto Firm• Legacy Grad Carries Her Talent to a Nat
AM307 - Retired Prosecutor Denise Wilkerson: an Interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• Michele Gooch Announces Candidacy for MISD School Board• Mansfield Teen Sentenced in Florida School Swatting Case• We’ll Talk About Movin’ Downtown Dirt in A Moment With the Mayor• Mansfield Mission Center Breaks Ground on New Facility• State Historical Marker Approved for Mansfield Community Leader• Public Input Welcome at Upcoming Desegregation Meeting• Goodwil
AM306 - Mansfield Public Art Manager Christopher Bryant: an Interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• School Board Names Lone Finalist For Superintendent• Mansfield Leaders Outline Growth Strategy at State of the City• Disabled Son of ICE Detainee Dies in a Mansfield Hospital• Mansfield Reads Announces Its "One City, One Book" Choice• Mansfield Stadium Naming Rights Sponsor Announced• In Sports, a Mansfield ISD basketball recapThe Features Section:• Tim Roberts i
AM305 - Deep Dive Recap
Upcoming municipal elections, recent hazardous icy conditions that disrupted city services, and various local initiatives, such as the Citizens Police Academy and student-athlete awards. Sports coverage includes Mansfield ISD basketball results and the signing of a new professional soccer player to North Texas SC. Listeners also receive health advice regarding heart disease prevention and a themat
AM305 - Mansfield Cares: John Pressley and Nichole Dyer: an Interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• No Changes in Candidate Filings Since the Opening Bell• Icy Conditions Brings Mansfield to a Standstill• Mansfield Police Open Applications for Citizens Police Academy• Mansfield Philharmonic Extends Youth Audition Deadline• Local Hospital and Golf Group Launch Student-Athlete Awards• In Sports, a Mansfield ISD basketball recapIn the Features Section:• Angel Bias
AM304 - Mansfield Native John Pressley: an Interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• Candidate Filing Opens for City Council and School Board• Proposed Wastewater Plant Draws Opposition• Mansfield ISD Calls For Innovation Expo Entries• Mansfield to Host Community Mural Painting Event• Final Music Alley Main Stage Slot Still Up For Grabs• Mansfield ISD Updates Basketball Game Entry Rules• In Sports, North Texas SC Signs New DefenderThe Features Se
AM303 - Michael "Uber Mike" Layne: an Interview Part 2
Stories we’re covering this week:• Methodist Mansfield President Named Chair of Regional Hospital Council• What’s the projected local economic impact from the World Cup? We’ll talk about it in A Moment with the Mayor• Mansfield Ranks Among Texas’ Most Affordable Home-Buying Cities• Mansfield High Alum Josh Weathers Signs Publishing Deal• Mansfield Opens Applications for Two Advisory Boards• Free G
AM302 - Michael "Uber Mike" Layne: an Interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• Angel Tree Gift Sparks Nationwide Support• Methodist Mansfield COO Receives Executive Honor• Mansfield Resident Appointed to TAD Board• Family Seeks Release of Detained Father as Son Remains Hospitalized• Mansfield Ranks Among Texas’ Wealthiest Communities• Methodist Mansfield Rings in the New Year with a Baby Boy• In Sports, MISD basketball takes center stageIn
AM301 - Mansfield City Manager Joe Smolinski: an Interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• Mansfield Mission Center to relocate headquarters to West Broad Street• Methodist Mansfield to host free Sports Medicine Conference• Storage facility fire quickly contained at Walnut Creek Country Club• In Sports, attention turns to MISD basketballIn the Features Section:• Angel Biasatti answers the age old question “Is it bad to eat late at night?” in Methodist
AM300 - Hoggy Price, Texas Rangers - Part 2: an Interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• County Commissioner files to run for County Judge• Fort Worth City Councilman files to run for County Commissioner• Rose Park nears its grand re-opening• Hawaiian Falls waterparks set for $1 Million upgrades• Youth art submissions open for Valentine-themed exhibition• Contestants are being sought for Mansfield’s Got Talent competition• In Sports, Zion Robinson sa
AM299 - Hoggy Price, Texas Rangers: an Interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• Local attorney enters race for Texas House 96• Mansfield ISD opens enrollment to out-of-district students• Mansfield seeks artists for monarch-themed park benches• Mansfield ranks among top places to move in Texas• National Night Out in Mansfield earns top rankingIn the Features Section:• Tourism Manager Tim Roberts joins us with this month’s Cultural Arts Calend
AM298 - Local Author (UNMASKED) Angela Martin: an Interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• Mansfield ISD school board seeks community input through town hall meetings• Major pipeline upgrade underway between Mansfield and Midlothian• Mansfield updates park names to honor local leaders• Parks Department adds an extra layer of security to area park restrooms• Mansfield students to appear on ABC’s comedy Abbott Elementary• Actors and musicians are being s
AM297 - Texas Health Mansfield Chief Operations Officer Carine Moura: an Interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• Mansfield ISD seeks superintendent search input through town hall meetings• Mayor Michael Evans recaps Monday dual council meeting in A Moment With the Mayor• Veteran artists exhibit opens in downtown Mansfield• City of Mansfield to host Public Works open houseIn the Features Section:• Angel Biasatti talks about the benefits of a healthy sleep pattern in Methodis
AM296 - Director of Mansfield ISD Education Foundation Jennifer Kurecka: an Interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• Mansfield ISD coach arrested on multiple felony charges• Mansfield father sentenced in toddler’s fentanyl death• Mansfield ISD announces 2025 Hall of Honor inductees• Local food market sees increased demand• Evening of laughs coming to the Farr Best Theater• In Sports, volleyball season wraps up in Mansfield ISDThe Features Section• Angel Biasatti talks about sim
AM295 - Deep Dive Recap
Deep Dive provides excerpts from an episode of the "About Mansfield" audio newspaper, featuring local news, talk, and information relevant to Mansfield, Texas. Key news segments include the groundbreaking ceremony for the Mansfield Innovation Community (MIC), the Mansfield ISD Board's selection of JG Consulting for a superintendent search amid controversy, and a "Moment with the Mayor" segment sum
AM295 - The Voice of Newsom Stadium Stu Stewart: an Interview Part 2
Stories we’re covering this week:• Mansfield breaks ground on new innovation community• Mansfield ISD board hires firm to assist in superintendent search• Better infrastructure coming to the Staybolt District in A Moment With the Mayor• Mansfield Fire Department announces promotions and new permanent member• In Sports, Your Mansfield Lady Tigers prepare for volleyball playoffsIn the Features Secti
AM294 - Deep Dive Recap
This excerpt from the About Mansfield News/Talk audio newspaper offers a comprehensive overview of local news, information, and community features for Mansfield, Texas. The broadcast covers several key local topics, including the start of early voting for 17 state constitutional amendments, the opening of Christmas assistance signups for families, and the Mansfield ISD's call for Circle of Excelle
AM294 - The Voice of Newsom Stadium Stu Stewart: an Interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• Early voting has begun in Mansfield with 17 constitutional amendments on the ballot• Christmas assistance signups is now open for Mansfield families• MISD seeks nominations for Circle of Excellence Awards• In Sports, North Texas SC falls in quarterfinal playoff gameIn the Features Section:• Angel Biasatti talks about an event that good for your heart in Methodist
AM293 - Deep Dive Recap
This episode contains excerpts from the "Mansfield News/Talk Podcast" dated October 15, 2025, covering several topics of local and regional interest. The podcast includes a segment with Mayor Michael Evans on City Council matters, discussing a recent eight-hour meeting, updates on the "Mansfield 2040" land use plan, approval of a new bank zoning, and a substantial contract for the Walnut Creek Lin
AM293 - Legacy High Softball Phenom Hope Gaudio: an Interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• Michael Evans recaps an 8-hour council day in A Moment With the Mayor• 17 Constitutional Amendments set for Texas ballot• Lake Ridge drum major to represent Mansfield in the Macy’s Parade• Downtown Mansfield to “Haunt the Block” on Thursday• In Sports, North Texas SC heads west for first round of playoffsIn the Features Section:• Angel Biasatti talks about the im
AM292 - Deep Dive Recap
Don\'t have time to listen to the entire Episode 292?Here\'s a deep dive recap of our October 8, 2025 episode.Listen to the entire episode at: www.AboutMansfield.com
AM292 - Mansfield Mission Center's Christy Oldham: an Interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• Alert system detects firearm at Mansfield High School• Dignitaries gather to celebrate milestone at Mansfield Stadium• Community Art Mural unveiling set for Monday• Mansfield sees progress on trails, parks, and fitness projects• In Sports, we dig, set, and spike our way toward the playoffsIn the Features Section:• Angel Biasatti talks about the importance of high
AM291 - Deep Dive Recap
Don't have time to listen to the entire Episode 291?Here's a deep dive recap of our October 1, 2025 episode.Listen to the entire episode at: www.AboutMansfield.com
AM291 - Teacher/Student form professional bond: an Interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• Train collides with 18-wheeler in downtown Mansfield• Former charter school employee not indicted on child pornography charges• Producers eye Mansfield as the latest film and entertainment hub• Mansfield prepares to step back in time• North Texas Soccer Club cuts the ribbon on a new era• In Sports, Week 5 of Friday Night Lights and North Texas SC says farewell to
AM290 - Toastmaster Kimberly Jones: an Interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• Tarrant County schools (including Mansfield) sued over Texas Ten Commandments law• Proclamations, Recognitions, and Appointments in A Moment with the Mayor• Mansfield hospice earns national honors• Shops at Broad adds more restaurants while eyeing new shops• Mansfield parks earns national recognition• In Sports, Week 4 of Friday Night Lights and North Texas SC fa
AM289 - North Texas SC General Manager Matt Denny: an Interview Part 2
Stories we’re covering this week:• Trinity Forge reaches a milestone• Mansfield family mourns triple homicide in Georgetown• Methodist Mansfield earns national recognition for physician well-being• In Sports, Week 3 of Friday Night Lights and North Texas SC falls in a shoot-outIn the Features Section:• Angel Biasatti has great information on the advances in high-tech carpal tunnel syndrome procedu
AM288 - North Texas SC General Manager Matt Denny: an Interview Part 1
Stories we’re covering this week:• Fields at Station 63 Opens in Mansfield• Investing in our community—we’ll talk about it in A Moment With the Mayor• DFW ranks second in U.S. for new apartment construction• Community mural project seeks volunteers• New playground equipment arrives at Rose Park• In Sports, Week 2 of Friday Night Lights and North Texas SC wins in a shoot-outIn the Features Section:
AM287 - The Church Studio Owner Teresa Knox: an Interview Part 2
Stories we’re covering this week:• Mansfield ISD Superintendent to retire in 2026• Hundreds of Texas laws go into effect as of Monday• Meeting scheduled over West Broad and Retta Road safety concerns• New partnership announced for Mansfield baseball events• Beloved Mansfield mechanic and community pillar, dies at 78• In Sports, Week 1 of Friday Night Lights is in the books and we have a recapIn th
AM286 - The Church Studio Owner Teresa Knox: an Interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• Lake Ridge junior fights cell phone ban with online petition• Geyer Commons starts our conversation in A Moment With the Mayor• Mission Center calls for donations of essentials• Ripley’s acquires Hawaiian Falls in Mansfield• Mansfield ISD trustee selected for statewide leadership program• In Sports, Friday Night Lights starts this week and North Texas SC falls sh
AM285 - Rhett Miller, Old 97's: an Interview
Today: no news, no features. Just the talk segment—and this one is near and dear to my heart—an hour-long conversation with Old 97’s singer/songwriter Rhett Miller.We get into: performing in Mansfield, Rhett's real name, St. Mark's School, Alt-Country vs. Power Pop, sleeping on the floor, songwriting, touring and performing, collaborations, pre-gig rituals, opening for Lyle Lovett, movie soundtrac
AM284 - What Does the One Big Beautiful Bill Mean for Mansfield Taxpayers: an interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• New school year brings new law in Texas• City Council lowers tax rate in A Moment With the Mayor• Hotel developer purchases 30 acres next to Mansfield Stadium• Playground equipment deliveries may cause traffic delays• Mansfield firefighter marks 25 years of service• Library hosts thousands of second quarter visitors• In Sports, Friday Night Lights is just around
AM283 - Mansfield Parks System: an interview, Part 2!
Stories we’re covering this week:• Mansfield ISD opens elementary schools to out-of-district students• Tax-free weekend means dollars back in your pocket for school supplies• Texas ranks second to last in worst U.S. states for bike commuters• In Sports, North Texas SC falls short to ColoradoIn the Features Section:• We’ll take a look at the Cultural Arts Calendar for the month of August• Angel Bia
AM282 - What's Going on in Mansfield Parks?: an Interview!
Stories we’re covering this week:• Methodist Mansfield wins national awards• Tenth annual Back-to-School Bash set for Saturday• Hometown Holidays preps for December• Oliver Park installs magnifying stations• Feed The Kids receives sizable, anonymous donation• In Sports, North Texas SC wins Pro InvitationalIn the Features Section:• Angel Biasatti has tips on keeping your joints in working order thi
AM281 - In The Dark With Rangers Hall of Fame Broadcaster Eric Nadel: an Interview!
Stories we’re covering this week:• Mansfield woman among three still missing after deadly Kerr County flood• Local gun dealer challenges federal sales ban• Mansfield ISD to host tenth annual Back-to-School Bash• Crave Hot Dogs announces closure• In Sports, North Texas SC dominates SKC IIIn the Features Section:• Angel Biasatti has tips on how to beat the heat in Methodist Mansfield News to Know• B
AM280 - Texas Rangers Hall of Fame Broadcaster Eric Nadel: an Interview!
Stories we’re covering this week:• Two global headquarters choose Mansfield for their new homes• Mansfield grandmother still missing after deadly floods• Mansfield High alum raises over $400K for flood relief efforts• Mansfield ISD approves $11 million deficit budget• In Sports, Legacy High Junior named to Underclass Softball All-America TeamIn the Features Section:• Angel Biasatti pays homage to
AM279 - Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) What is it? With Vaughan Wynne-Jones: an Interview!
Stories we’re covering this week:• Mansfield resident still missing from Hill Country flood• Cash donations most effective for Kerrville Flood Relief• Former Mansfield constable launches Texas House bid• Police Department opens registration for fall citizens academy• In Sports, local football standout says “Guns Up!”In the Features Section:• Methodist Mansfield president Juan Fresquez invites the
AM278 - Artificial Intelligence Expert Vaughan Wynne-Jones: an Interview!
Stories we’re covering this week:• State representative seeks Senate seat• Wound care center earns national recognition• Heritage Parkway onramp to 287 reopens• MISD trustee outlines budget concerns• Cottages arrive at Geyer Commons• Legacy High journalists earn national honors• In Sports, local football standout chooses MichiganIn the Features Section:• Tourism Manager Tim Roberts joins us for th
AM277 - World Record Baker Mitchelle Handley: an Interview!
Stories we’re covering this week:• Two neighboring eateries close their doors for good on the same day• New restaurant creating a buzz in Mansfield• Updates on Costco and City Hall in A Moment With the Mayor• Ben Barber places first in F1 competition• In Sports, local football and basketball players make the spotlightIn the Features Section:• Angel Biasatti has tips on mental health awareness in M
AM276 - National Traveler Steve Binkley, Part 2: an Interview!
Stories we’re covering this week:• Police investigate weekend stabbing on South Main• Mansfield Fire Department makes quick work of construction trailer blaze• On-Demand shuttle service in Mansfield to end in July• Summit principal reflects on 15 minutes of fame• Rose Park playground temporarily closed for repairs• In Sports, North Texas SC falls short in home field playIn the Features Section:• A
AM275 - National Traveler Steve Binkley: an Interview!
Stories we’re covering this week:• City Council election results are in!• City Council seeks railroad quiet zones, we’ll talk about it in A Moment With the Mayor• Improvements underway at Mansfield dog park• In Sports, Lake Ridge gridiron phenom signs deal with the 49ersIn the Features Section:• Angel Biasatti has news on how to live a happier, healthier life, one step at a time, in Methodist Mans
AM274 - 2nd Chance Youth Mentor Shawn Serfass Part 2: an Interview!
Stories we’re covering this week:• Election Day looms in run-off battle for city council seat• New school board trustees sworn in following May election• U.S. News ranks Mansfield among best places to live• One arrest made in domestic shooting• Free food market seeks donations of canned goods• Ben Barber Culinary Team wins youth cooking challenge• In Sports, two high school football standouts cons
AM273 - 2nd Chance Youth Mentor Shawn Serfass: an Interview!
Stories we’re covering this week:• Mansfield High salutatorian makes a bold statement• Tarrant County mayors band together in opposition of redistricting proposal• Long-awaited the 287-Lone Star Road exit ramp is now open• And, in Sports, North Texas SC extends their winning streakIn the Features Section:• Fireworks are just around the corner and we’ll talk about with Tim Roberts in the Cultural A
AM272 - Where to See Fireflies in Mansfield!
Stories we’re covering this week:• Beloved Lake Ridge teacher passes away unexpectedly• Soccer team president delivers message of hope for Mansfield• Historic log cabin to be moved to the Man House property• Mansfield boy receives Make-A-Wish trip of a lifetime• Mansfield Library asks, Do you like a good challenge?• Parks Department offers 100 hours of fun• Upgrades begin on Linear Trail Phase 3B•
AM271 - Is Costco Coming to Mansfield?
Stories we’re covering this week:• Police chase ends in wrong-way fatality crash• Making way for Costco! We’ll talk about it in A Moment with the Mayor• Mansfield opens applications for new public art advisory committee• Nonprofit helps feed the kids this summer• Mansfield High senior takes home major acting award• In Sports, a win for baseball, and a loss for softballIn the Features Section:• Ang
AM270 - Silvia Duncan, Boston Marathon Runner Interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• Mansfield voters decide city council and school board races; Runoff set for Place 5• NASA astronauts share insights with Mansfield ISD students from the Space Station• First two measles cases of the year in Tarrant County wind up in Mansfield ER• Mansfield man sentenced to 30 years for child sexual abuse material• Hawaiian Falls opens the summer season with a spe
AM269 - Candidate Interview: Michael Evans
Stories we’re covering this week:• Early voting has closed, leaving one more day to cast your ballot• Construction contracts issued for new city hall. We’ll talk about it in A Moment With the Mayor• Mansfield named finalist for 2025 national parks award• Mansfield firefighters douse lightning-related house fire• Methodist Mansfield celebrates healthcare workers at awards luncheon• Park constructio
AM268 - Verdexium Innovation Center: an in-studio interview
Stories we’re covering this week:• The polls are open and early voting is underway in Mansfield• Innovation hub breaks ground in Mansfield• State representative receives community feedback after school voucher vote• Local organization offers seminar to benefit local veterans• Clergy invite you to gather on National Day of Prayer• In Sports, FIFA considers MansfieldIn the Features Section:• Angel B
