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About Mansfield

Our local newspaper went out of business the last week of 2019. Launched just one week later (January 2, 2020) About Mansfield fills the void of lack of news in Mansfield, Texas.
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Episodes

AM200 - Ebony Turner & Della Sapp Interview

Stories we’re covering this week: • Mansfield woman pleads guilty to stealing over $3M from employer • UTA student earns prestigious award for drug-resistant antibiotic research • U.S. News names MISD schools among the best in Texas • Mansfield student set to rock out with the Rockettes • City says, “Wait! Don't bag those leaves!” • In Sports, Lake Ridge girls get a taste of Down Under In the Features Section: • Tourism Manager Tim Roberts joins us with the Cultural Arts Calendar • Angel Biasatt...

Dec 06, 20231 hr 3 minEp. 200

AM199 - Troy Dorsey Interview II

Stories we’re covering this week: • Officers use high-tech to retrieve stolen vehicle • City prepares for a monthlong celebration with Hometown Holidays • Six new eateries coming to Mansfield • In Sports, trout fishing in Mansfield coming to a pond near you In the Features Section: • Angel Biasatti helps you decipher whether it’s fall allergies or Covid in Methodist Mansfield News to Know • Realtor Beth Steinke talks about amenities with WOW factor in the Mansfield Real Estate Market Update • Br...

Nov 29, 202356 minEp. 199

Consumer Advice Series - Building Wealth: Bread Fables 2

Talking this week with Phillip Washington, Jr. as we continue his series titled Bread Fables — Busting Myths People Have About Money • Money is a measure of success • It's hard to make money • Money is limited, and there's not enough for everyone Phillip Washington, Jr. Wealth Building Made Simple www.WealthBuildingMadeSimple.us

Nov 24, 202312 min

Consumer Advice Series - Building Wealth: Bread Fables 1

Talking this week with Phillip Washington, Jr. as he starts a new series titled Bread Fables — Busting Myths People Have About Money • Money is the key to happiness • More money means less stress • Money can't buy love or true happiness • Money is the root of all evil Phillip Washington, Jr. Wealth Building Made Simple www.WealthBuildingMadeSimple.us

Nov 17, 202312 min

AM198 - Troy Dorsey Interview

Stories we’re covering this week: • City and MISD agree on land swap • How much did the land swap cost the taxpayers? We’ll tell you in A Moment With The Mayor • Rose Park to get needed upgrades soon • New barbecue restaurant to take the place of a longtime Mansfield eatery • Walnut Creek Drive bridge construction reaches the halfway point • In Sports, Summit advances to the next round of football playoffs In the Features Section: • Angel Biasatti is stuffing the family with fruits and veggies t...

Nov 15, 20231 hr 6 minEp. 198

Consumer Advice Series - Building Wealth: A Business Plan Made Simple

Consumer Advice: A business plan made simple Talking this week with Phillip Washington, Jr. about a business plan made simple. • Use areas unique to you to begin your thinking around business ideas • Build and launch businesses in your imagination first, and find one that feels the best Phillip Washington, Jr. Wealth Building Made Simple www.WealthBuildingMadeSimple.us

Nov 10, 202316 min

AM197 - Dr. Casey Graham Brown Kiwanis Interview

Stories we’re covering this week: • Mansfield votes along with the rest of the state • Fire destroys local restaurant • Everyone loves a parade, especially when it honors our veterans • The culinary event of the year takes place this week and we’ll have the details • In Sports, Timberview and Summit advance to the football playoffs In the Features Section: • Angel Biasatti has a secret that’ll give you a jump on holiday shopping in Methodist Mansfield News to Know • Realtor Beth Steinke talks ab...

Nov 08, 2023

Consumer Advice Series - Building Wealth: Mind Over Money, Rewiring Your Financial Attitude 11

Consumer Advice: Continuing his series this week with Phillip Washington, Jr. titled Mind Over Money, Rewiring Your Financial Attitude. If this is the way you think, let's rewire your brain! • I don't want to give up my financial independence or control. • I'm waiting for the right opportunity to come my way. • Money is too stressful to think about, so I avoid it. • I don't have the support or encouragement from those around me Phillip Washington, Jr. Wealth Building Made Simple www.WealthBuildi...

Nov 03, 2023

AM196 - Amy J Schultz Interview

Stories we’re covering this week: • Commentary: Mansfield prepares for the upcoming holiday season • In Sports, Timberview is handed their first defeat of the year In the Features Section: • A veteran’s memorial, an open mic, and a haircut top this month’s Cultural Arts Calendar • Angel Biasatti has the ups and downs regarding energy drinks in Methodist Mansfield News to Know • Realtor Beth Steinke answers more questions that home sellers have on their minds in the Mansfield Real Estate Market U...

Nov 01, 20231 hr 3 minEp. 196

Consumer Advice Series - Building Wealth: Mutual Funds 101

Consumer Advice: This week with Phillip Washington, Jr.: Mutual Funds 101 What are they? How do you buy them? Why should you buy them? And we'll dig deeper. Phillip Washington, Jr. Wealth Building Made Simple www.WealthBuildingMadeSimple.us

Oct 27, 2023

AM195 - North Texas Transportation Network Interview

Stories we’re covering this week: • Early voting has begun in Mansfield • We talk details on future land use in A Moment With the Councilman • Major changes in-store as city takes over Big League Dreams • We’ll take a look at some of the events taking place around town as we head into the Halloween weekend • In Sports, Timberview marches on In the Features Section: • Angel Biasatti talks about how to avoid the flu this season in Methodist Mansfield News to Know • Realtor Beth Steinke answers top...

Oct 25, 20231 hr 4 minEp. 195

Consumer Advice Series - Building Wealth: Mind Over Money, Rewiring Your Financial Attitude 10

Consumer Advice: Continuing his series this week with Phillip Washington, Jr. titled Mind Over Money, Rewiring Your Financial Attitude. If this is the way you think, let's rewire your brain! • I'm too comfortable in my financial habits to change. • I'm too focused on immediate gratification to think long-term. • I don't want to face the reality of my financial situation. • I don't believe in the power of positive thinking or mindset shifts. Phillip Washington, Jr. Wealth Building Made Simple www...

Oct 20, 202314 min

AM194 - Craig Johnson Interview

Stories we’re covering this week: • Mansfield ISD takes a stand on school vouchers • Halloween meets Christmas in downtown event • City powers up new Heritage Parkway stop light • In Sports, Timberview marches on In the Features Section: • Angel Biasatti talks about an event for little ghosts and goblins in Methodist Mansfield News to Know • Realtor Beth Steinke continues her series on questions homebuyers want to know in the Mansfield Real Estate Market Update • Brian Certain mixes up a drink t...

Oct 18, 202354 minEp. 194

Consumer Advice Series - Building Wealth: Mind Over Money, Rewiring Your Financial Attitude 8

Continuing his series this week with Phillip Washington, Jr. titled Mind Over Money, Rewiring Your Financial Attitude. If this is the way you think, let's rewire your brain! • I'm too afraid of change to alter my financial mindset. • "I don't want to sacrifice my current happiness for future financial security. • I'm too overwhelmed by the complexity of investing. Phillip Washington, Jr. Wealth Building Made Simple www.WealthBuildingMadeSimple.us...

Oct 13, 202313 min

AM193 - Hispanic Heritage Month Interview II

Stories we’re covering this week: • Rose Park to get a facelift; we’ll talk about it in A Moment With the Mayor • City Parks department earns accreditation • Timberview High School unveils the “Wolves Zen Den” • Three Mansfield ISD students are named semifinalists in the National Merit Scholarship Program • In Sports, a dismal week for high school football in Mansfield In the Features Section: • Angel Biasatti talks about an upcoming event that’s good for your heart and good for your sole in Met...

Oct 11, 202359 minEp. 193

Consumer Advice Series - Building Wealth: Mind Over Money, Rewiring Your Financial Attitude 9

Consumer Advice: Continuing his series this week with Phillip Washington, Jr. titled Mind Over Money, Rewiring Your Financial Attitude. If this is the way you think, let's rewire your brain! • Should I put all of my money outside the U.S.? • I don't want to appear greedy or materialistic by focusing on money. • I don't have access to financial resources or tools to make changes. Phillip Washington, Jr. Wealth Building Made Simple www.WealthBuildingMadeSimple.us...

Oct 06, 202313 min

AM192 - Hispanic Heritage Month Interview I

Stories we’re covering this week: • Mansfield ISD to install weapons detection systems at all district high schools • The trash/recycling transition continues • Got junk? It’s that time of year again • Upcoming event promotes our city’s history without books and a test • In Sports, Week 6 of high school football is in the books In the Features Section: • Angel Biasatti talks about an upcoming trunk-or-treat event that could save your life in Methodist Mansfield News to Know • Realtor Beth Steink...

Oct 04, 20231 hr 4 minEp. 191

Consumer Advice Series - Building Wealth: Mind Over Money, Rewiring Your Financial Attitude 7

Continuing his series this week with Phillip Washington, Jr. titled Mind Over Money, Rewiring Your Financial Attitude. If this is the way you think, let's rewire your brain! • I don't have the discipline to stick to a financial plan. • I don't want to give up my vices or indulgences. • I'm waiting for an inheritance or windfall to change my situation. Phillip Washington, Jr. Wealth Building Made Simple www.WealthBuildingMadeSimple.us

Sep 28, 202312 min

AM191 - Brian McFadden Interview II

Stories we’re covering this week: • Mansfield ISD joins lawsuit against Texas Education Association • Public art and burnt ends, we’ll talk about it in A Moment with the Mayor • Mansfield man sentenced for $3.5 million, multi-year fuel credit tax fraud • Mansfield ISD makes 2023 Forbes list • Local jeweler set to celebrate a milestone anniversary spanning four decades • Community health and wellness fair to take place on Saturday • In Sports, a nail-biter at Newsom last Friday. We will check bot...

Sep 27, 20231 hr 12 minEp. 191

Consumer Advice Series - Building Wealth: Mind Over Money, Rewiring Your Financial Attitude 6

Continuing his series this week with Phillip Washington, Jr. titled Mind Over Money, Rewiring Your Financial Attitude. If this is the way you think, let's rewire your brain! • I don't want to sacrifice my current lifestyle. • I've tried before and failed, so there's no point in trying again. • I don't trust financial institutions or advisors. • I'm not good with numbers, so managing money is impossible for me. • I'll never be able to retire, so why bother trying? Phillip Washington, Jr. Wealth B...

Sep 22, 202316 min

AM190 - Brian McFadden Interview I

Stories we’re covering this week: • City council to receive another pay raise in the new year • Flix Brewhouse set to open next week • Parks and Rec puts out an A-P-B on rogue beaver • In Sports, we will check both the win and loss columns for Week 4 of high school football In the Features Section: • Angel Biasatti talks about how to avoid dehydration in Methodist Mansfield News to Know • Realtor Beth Steinke shares details on lender-required repairs in the Mansfield Real Estate Market Update • ...

Sep 20, 202354 minEp. 190

Consumer Advice Series - Building Wealth: Mind Over Money, Rewiring Your Financial Attitude 5

Continuing his series this week with Phillip Washington, Jr. titled Mind Over Money, Rewiring Your Financial Attitude. 1. "I don't want to sacrifice my current lifestyle." 2. "I've tried before and failed, so there's no point in trying again." 3. "I don't trust financial institutions or advisors.” 4. "I'm not good with numbers, so managing money is impossible for me." 5. "I'll never be able to retire, so why bother trying?" Phillip Washington, Jr. Wealth Building Made Simple www.WealthBuildingMa...

Sep 15, 202315 min

AM189 - Scouting with Joe Jenkins

Stories we’re covering this week: • The recycling cart exchange has begun in Mansfield • Downtown parking and the FLUP Report. We’ll cover it all in A Moment With the Mayor • Mansfield ISD is in need of volunteers for a couple of district committees • Timberview choir invited to sing at Carnegie Hall • Hawaiian Falls hosts one last summer hoorah for the dogs • In Sports, we will check both the win and loss columns for Week 3 of high school football In the Features Section: • Angel Biasatti talks...

Sep 13, 202355 minEp. 189

Consumer Advice Series - Building Wealth: Mind Over Money, Rewiring Your Financial Attitude 4

Continuing his series this week with Phillip Washington, Jr. titled Mind Over Money, Rewiring Your Financial Attitude. 1. "I'm too young to worry about money." 2. "I have too much debt to make any significant changes." 3. "I don't have time to learn about personal finance." 4. "I'm waiting for the perfect moment to start." 5. "Money is the root of all evil, so I'd rather avoid it.” Phillip Washington, Jr. Wealth Building Made Simple www.WealthBuildingMadeSimple.us...

Sep 08, 2023
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