About Mansfield

Stories we’re covering this week:

• MISD to start the school year with changes in transportation and non-prescription meds

• Single vehicle accident takes the life of its driver

• National Farmers Market Week gives residents a chance to shop local

• Walmart drone delivery service is up-and-running

• In Sports, a recap of Mansfield athletes competing in the Summer Olympics

In the Features Section:

• Angel Biasatti tames the flame in Methodist Mansfield News to Know

• Realtor Angela Hornburg talks about how to add character to your home in the Mansfield Real Estate Update

• Brian Certain takes us back to school in the Cocktail of the Week

In the talk segment, Steve talks in-studio with Dr. Michaela Jones. Plus, your chance to win a $25 gift card to a Mansfield restaurant of your choice with our Mansfield Trivia Question, courtesy of Joe Jenkins Insurance. We are Mansfield’s only source for news, talk and information. This is About Mansfield.

Stories we’re covering this week:

• Back to School Bash aims to giveaway 5,000 backpacks

• Mansfield ISD outperforms region and state

• Forbes list of best employers for women includes a Mansfield company

• Hawaiian Falls offers discount tickets in exchange for school supplies

• Look! Up in the sky! It’s a Walmart drone! 

In the Features Section:

• Art, dance and music make up this month’s Cultural Arts Calendar

• Angel Biasatti goes a little nuts when it comes to healthy snacks in Methodist Mansfield News to Know

• Realtor Angela Hornburg talks about home buying grants in the Mansfield Real Estate Update

• Brian Certain takes us to the land of polar bears, penguins and the Yukon in the Cocktail of the Week

And in the talk segment, Steve talks in-studio with with Olympic athlete Jacob Fincham-Dukes. Plus, your chance to win a $25 gift card to a Mansfield restaurant of your choice with our Mansfield Trivia Question, courtesy of Joe Jenkins Insurance. We are Mansfield’s only source for news, talk and information. This is About Mansfield.

As the episode unfolds, Dr. Adams emphasizes the importance of seeking medical evaluation immediately after a concussion to rule out severe injuries like brain bleeds. He elaborates on the standard treatment procedures, including activity restriction, using medications for symptom management, and the potential need for physical or occupational therapy. Dr. Adams goes on to explain the inflammatory connection between the brain and the gut, noting that concussion symptoms can manifest as gastrointestinal issues.

Notable Quotes:

• "When you do get a concussion, there's definitely inflammation. That inflammation... can give you symptoms you might not immediately connect, like constipation, diarrhea, or bloating."

• "It’s like a bomb just goes off, and you're just trying to put all the pieces back together and handle all these different factors."

• "The connection between the gut and the brain is so strong, the inflammation in the brain goes to the gut and vice versa."

Dr. Joseph Adams

Calibration Chiropractic + Functional Health

408 South Main St, Mansfield, TX 76063

www.CalibrationMansfield.com

Stories we’re covering this week:

• Ride-share program off to a great start

• Mansfield student receives prestigious med school scholarship

• Some changes are in the works on how your property tax is calculated

• City upgrades to a more precise Emergency Alert System

• Got mosquitoes? We have answers

In the Features Section:

• Angel Biasatti shares a list of staycation ideas in Methodist Mansfield News to Know

• Angela Hornburg addresses whether home inspections are pass-or-fail in the Mansfield Real Estate Update

• Brian Certain treats you to a dessert in a glass in the Cocktail of the Week

In the talk segment, Steve concludes his interview with Olympic athlete Joseph Brown. Plus, your chance to win a $25 gift card to a Mansfield restaurant of your choice with our Mansfield Trivia Question, courtesy of Joe Jenkins Insurance. We are Mansfield’s only source for news, talk and information. This is About Mansfield.

In this episode, host Steve Cosio continues the enlightening discussion with Dr. Joseph Adams, delving deeper into the topic of concussions. This episode extends beyond the basics covered in the previous session and explores the long-term impacts and nuanced rehabilitation strategies for concussion sufferers.

Notable Quotes:

• "Once that headache doesn't go away, once that dizziness doesn't get better, once that fatigue or brain fog doesn't go away, then a lot of people are left with little hope and a lot of questions."

• "We need to rehab them. They need rehab to help improve those deficits."

• "If somebody doesn't heal, we really need to evaluate for concussion, even if it was years ago."

Dr. Joseph Adams

Calibration Chiropractic + Functional Health

408 South Main St, Mansfield, TX 76063

www.CalibrationMansfield.com

Stories we’re covering this week:

• Ride share pilot program launches in Mansfield

• Mansfield ranked Number Three in the “most livable” places in Texas

• How will the Kroger/Albertsons merger affect Mansfield, if approved?

• The cost of mailing a letter is on the rise again

• And in Sports, are you ready for Friday Night Lights?

In the Features Section:

• Angel Biasatti debunks sunburn myths in Methodist Mansfield News to Know

• Angela Hornburg addresses whether the benefits of a new home outweigh the potential drawbacks in the Mansfield Real Estate Update

• Brian Certain treats you to a liquid postcard in the Cocktail of the Week

And in the talk segment, Steve interviews local movie producer Michael Hill. Plus, your chance to win a $25 gift card to a Mansfield restaurant of your choice with our Mansfield Trivia Question, courtesy of Joe Jenkins Insurance. We are Mansfield’s only source for news, talk and information. This is About Mansfield.

In this episode, Dr. Adams explains that a concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury resulting from a sudden trauma to the head or neck, causing the brain to jolt inside the skull. While often associated with NFL players, concussions are most prevalent among adolescent athletes. Sports such as football and soccer, particularly women's soccer, see a higher incidence due to the intense physical contact involved.

Notable Quotes:

• "Young athletes, especially those involved in high-contact sports, are most at risk of concussions."

• "The stronger your neck is, the less likely you are to get a concussion because it provides support for the neck, reducing movement."

• "Diagnosis often requires careful listening and a multifaceted approach including eye, balance, and coordination tests."

Dr. Joseph Adams

Calibration Chiropractic + Functional Health

408 South Main St, Mansfield, TX 76063

www.CalibrationMansfield.com

Stories we’re covering this week:

• Motorcycle accident takes the life of a 21-year old

• Mansfield woman sentenced to four years in prison for defrauding tech company

• Awards, the budget, and zoning changes in A Moment with the Mayor

• City of Mansfield creates its own All Star baseball event

• Trinity Metro ride-share service begins next week

• City launches My Mansfield Mini-Versity for teenagers

• In Sports, Lake Ridge Grad makes Olympics history

In the Features Section:

• Angel Biasatti talks about diabetes in Methodist Mansfield News to Know

• Angela Hornburg talks about what’s going on in the Mansfield real estate market in the Mansfield Real Estate Update

• Brian Certain treats you to a refreshing cucumber drink in the Cocktail of the Week

And in the talk segment, Steve interviews Olympic athlete and Mansfield High grad Joseph Brown. Plus, your chance to win a $25 gift card to a Mansfield restaurant of your choice with our Mansfield Trivia Question, courtesy of Joe Jenkins Insurance. We are Mansfield’s only source for news, talk and information. This is About Mansfield.

In this enlightening episode of the About Mansfield Consumer Advice Series, host Steve Cosio sits down with Dr. Joseph Adams from Calibration Chiropractic + Functional Health to wrap up their insightful discussion on the five main triggers of migraines. This episode is crucial for migraine sufferers and those who want to understand this debilitating condition better. Dr. Joe dives into the nuances of neurological and lifestyle triggers, providing practical advice and actionable insights to manage migraine symptoms.

Notable Quotes:

"Coordination, balance, and eye movements primarily show how neurological deficits can indicate migraine triggers."

"Two weeks of daily meditation for 20 minutes can shrink the fear centers in your brain and help manage stress effectively."

"Maintaining a structured lifestyle with set times for meals and sleep is essential for preventing migraine triggers."

Dr. Joseph Adams

Calibration Chiropractic + Functional Health

408 South Main St, Mansfield, TX 76063

www.CalibrationMansfield.com

Stories we’re covering this week:

• Mansfield woman gets jail time in for marijuana trafficking

• Mansfield I-S-D administrator named region’s Superintendent of the Year

• School board takes home “best of” regional award

• School board approves teacher pay raises

• Fire Department says, getting caught with illegal fireworks is one way to light up your pocketbook

• City Council releases Rose Park makeover plans

• Farr Best group takes us back to kindergarten

• In Sports, Mansfield High alum earns his ticket to the Summer Olympics

In the Features Section:

• City Tourism Manager Tim Roberts has the Cultural Arts Calendar for July

• Angel Biasatti talks about Alzheimer’s Disease in Methodist Mansfield News to Know

• Angela Hornburg addresses whether area fireworks play into your home buying decision in the Mansfield Real Estate Update

• Brian Certain takes you to the islands in the Cocktail of the Week

And in the talk segment, Steve dips into the 2021 archives and revisits an interview with Alma Martinez and Brenda Norwood. Plus, your chance to win a $25 gift card to a Mansfield restaurant of your choice with our Mansfield Trivia Question, courtesy of Joe Jenkins Insurance. We are Mansfield’s only source for news, talk and information. This is About Mansfield.