I’m Mark Richards, mid-days and weekends on Mix96. I was born in Buffalo and I grew up in the Cheektowaga/West Seneca area. I was that nerd who read the Pledge to the Flag in high school. We had a radio station, so I’ve been hooked since the age of 14. I’ve been in radio since the 80s and I was on staff in Utica NY when Townsquare took over some years ago. The #1 most played song on my iPod? It’s most likely a mix of music you don’t hear on any radio station. Favorite movie, favorite quote from that movie? The Notebook, “It was NEVER over.”
Mark Richards
This Will Be the ‘Wurst’ Day in Buffalo
The German-American Musicians Association, Inc. are bringing us a day full of sausage, beer and Gemütlichkeit (which means a state of warmth and friendliness). Prepare for the "wurst" day in Buffalo on Sunday, June 26th, 2016 from 1 to 8 at River Fest Park on Ohio Street in Buffalo.
5 Buffalo Restaurants Where Your Dog Can Dine With You on Patio
There are five restaurants in the Buffalo area that I know of that allow dogs to join you on their outdoor patios. If you've been wondering where to eat outside WITH your dog, check out these places.
Did You Know You Can Kayak to the Grain Elevators and Silos of Buffalo?
Did you know that you can kayak or canoe right up to our towering grain elevators?
Kayak tours, rentals and retail sales can be found in Buffalo’s Old First Ward at Elevator Alley Kayak, 65 Vandalia Street. Call 997-7925 and find out how you can be just a few feet from history on the Buffalo River.
Discover Kenmore Day Is Set for Saturday June 18th
Delaware Avenue and Delaware Road in Kenmore will soon be full of food vendors, a children’s area, an adult relaxation area, live music, the SPCA, The New Library Book Mobile and more! It's time to celebrate North Buffalo as Discover Kenmore Day is set for Saturday June 18th, 2016.
The Marilla Fire Company Annual Benevolent Association Carnival is Coming
Marilla, New York is a rural, farming, close-knit community that's holding their annual carnival on the weekend of June 17th and 18th, 2016.
Take a Look at The Buffalo and Erie County Public Library’s New ‘Bookmobile’
Has it really been over a decade since any bookmobile has made an appearance in Buffalo? When I saw it rolling down the street, I snapped a couple pictures and checked up on that. We're excited to tell you that The Buffalo and Erie County Public Library have rolled out a brand new ‘Bookmobile.’
Advantage Self Storage of Depew Wins Workplace of the Week
Congratulations to Advantage Self Storage of Depew, our latest Workplace of the Week winner. Carolin along with their co-workers won a bunch of goodies from Wheatberry Bake Shop of Snyder, now featuring delicious soups, panini and sandwiches! Call your order in now at 839-3500, they're fantastic!
Potentially Severe Thunderstorms Could Hit Western New York Saturday
It could get nasty Saturday, especially to southern portions of Western New York.
Beloved Bills Alumnus to Open a Steakhouse in Downtown Buffalo
Former punter Brian Moorman and cornerback Terrence McGee have joined forces with Freddy Jackson to partner in opening a steakhouse in Buffalo. It will be called SEAR and will be located in the Avant hotel on Delaware Avenue. You should be able to enjoy top notch steaks by this fall.
The Allentown Arts Festival, Dolly Parton + More in WNY This Weekend
The Allentown area will once again be filled with arts and crafts as more than 400 exhibitors will line the streets this weekend. This is the 59th year for the Allentown Arts Festival and so far the weather looks good to take that walk west down Allen Street.
7 Ways You’ll Enjoy Buffalo’s Improved Waterfront
I picked a good time to move back to Buffalo. I see new restaurants everywhere around town. I'm attending major concerts coming to First Niagara Center. There is a huge surge in hotel openings. However, what seems to be my favorite thing about our growth is what's happening on our waterfront.
The Buffalo Brewers Festival is Set For June 18th
Beer lovers rejoice! The Buffalo Brewers Festival is set for June 18th, 2016, on the outer harbor located at 225 Fuhrmann Blvd, Wilkeson Pointe, Buffalo. This beer festival features over 40 New York State breweries!