Today: A new trail along Millsboro Road is nearly complete, and soon, cyclists and walkers will have a smooth, scenic route all the way to the Mansfield Art Center.

Today: A new trail along Millsboro Road is nearly complete, and soon, cyclists and walkers will have a smooth, scenic route all the way to the Mansfield Art Center.

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Mansfield residents soon to enjoy new walking and biking trail

Episode 86 opens with Carl riding a full-blown USA Hockey high after Team USA took down Canada 2–1 in overtime for gold. From there, the guys riff on the Winter Olympics then slide into “What’s Carl Watching?”

In News of the Week, we recap the top headlines from the previous week, including Butler Mayor Wesley Dingus being arraigned on two misdemeanor voyeurism charges; Mansfield Mayor Jodie Perry’s upcoming State of the City address; and the Madison Local Schools Board voting to suspend an eighth-grade science teacher following allegations of inappropriate conduct toward students.  

Finally, we bring in our guest of the week, Jody Odom Jr., a wildly talented local musician. He discusses his songwriting process, what inspired him to get into music, the personal story behind tracks like “Forever,” and what’s next as he rolls out new music and collaborations. Carl and Odom Jr. also reminisce about sharing the stage together years ago. He also reflects on the Mansfield music scene -- what it was like when he first started, how it’s evolved and how his own perspective within that scene has changed as he’s grown as both an artist and a performer.

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Bond set at $10K for Butler mayor charged with two counts of voyeurism
Mansfield mayor plans ‘State of the City’ live event, video presentation in March
Madison teacher suspended for alleged inappropriate comments toward students

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Episode 86 opens with Carl riding a full-blown USA Hockey high after Team USA took down Canada 2&ndash;1 in overtime for gold. From there, the guys riff on the Winter Olympics then slide into &ldquo;What&rsquo;s Carl Watching?&rdquo;
In News of the Week, we recap the top headlines from the previous week, including Butler Mayor Wesley Dingus being arraigned on two misdemeanor voyeurism charges; Mansfield Mayor Jodie Perry&rsquo;s upcoming State of the City address; and the Madison Local Schools Board voting to suspend an eighth-grade science teacher following allegations of inappropriate conduct toward students.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Finally, we bring in our guest of the week, Jody Odom Jr., a wildly talented local musician. He discusses his songwriting process, what inspired him to get into music, the personal story behind tracks like &ldquo;Forever,&rdquo; and what&rsquo;s next as he rolls out new music and collaborations. Carl and Odom Jr. also reminisce about sharing the stage together years ago. He also reflects on the Mansfield music scene -- what it was like when he first started, how it&rsquo;s evolved and how his own perspective within that scene has changed as he&rsquo;s grown as both an artist and a performer.
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<li><a href="https://www.richlandsource.com/2026/02/19/bond-set-at-10k-for-butler-mayor-charged-with-two-counts-of-voyeurism/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.richlandsource.com/2026/02/19/bond-set-at-10k-for-butler-mayor-charged-with-two-counts-of-voyeurism/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1771974481600000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1to8zUVX7XiHIQRuOwVK9x">Bond set at $10K for Butler mayor charged with two counts of voyeurism</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.richlandsource.com/2026/02/17/mansfield-mayor-plans-state-of-the-city-live-event-video-presentation-in-march/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.richlandsource.com/2026/02/17/mansfield-mayor-plans-state-of-the-city-live-event-video-presentation-in-march/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1771974481600000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2SSC25qyLXU7tYkeZWlEHW">Mansfield mayor plans &lsquo;State of the City&rsquo; live event, video presentation in March</a></li>
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Today – A Knox County judge is expected to decide whether a 17-year-old charged in his father’s death will be tried as an adult.

Today &ndash; A Knox County judge is expected to decide whether a 17-year-old charged in his father&rsquo;s death will be tried as an adult.

17-Year-Old Faces Adult Trial Decision in Father’s Death

This week we’re revisiting our conversation with financial coach and founder of “Tea Talk”, Teana Sykes. Teana joins us to talk about destigmatizing money conversations, building financial confidence, and breaking bad money habits. Teana shares why financial wellness is foundational to overall well-being and why it’s never too early (or too late) to get a handle on your money.

We talk about budgeting, saving, and the emotional side of finances, and Teana gives practical tips for how to start where you are with what you have.

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This week we&rsquo;re revisiting our conversation with financial coach and founder of &ldquo;Tea Talk&rdquo;,&nbsp;Teana Sykes. Teana&nbsp;joins us to talk about destigmatizing money conversations, building financial confidence, and breaking bad money habits. Teana shares why financial wellness is foundational to overall well-being and why it&rsquo;s never too early (or too late) to get a handle on your money.
We talk about budgeting, saving, and the emotional side of finances, and Teana gives practical tips for how to start where you are with what you have.
If you're new here, this is a place for everyone&nbsp;to laugh, learn, heal and build. Not alone. Not perfectly. But arm in arm, heart to heart. Because we were never meant to do this alone. We are always&nbsp;Better Together.&nbsp;
Let's Connect!&nbsp;
If this&nbsp;podcast&nbsp;feels like something you&rsquo;ve been craving, hit subscribe, leave a review, and send it to a friend. The more voices we have in this village, the stronger we become.
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