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 Mother’s Day Song Will Create a Memory To Last a Lifetime [VIDEO]
We were getting ready to hop into a couple of cars and take mom and grandma to their favorite restaurant for Mother’s Day 1996. I thought that was a good time to give mom her Mother's Day card along with a cassette tape that I had put a special song on.
Go Behind The Scenes of The 2016 World’s Largest Yard Sale [VIDEO]
If you haven't heard, the World’s Largest Yard Sale in Hamburg, NY, is two days of shopping glory! Many Western New Yorkers have decided to turn their spring cleaning into cash and you'll also benefit with all those incredible bargains.
Allstate of Hamburg Wins Workplace of the Week
Congratulations to Allstate of Hamburg, our latest Workplace of the Week winner. Lisa and her 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!
Destiny USA in Syracuse Now Features Lush Fresh Handmade Cosmetics
My wife just asked me to drive her to a shopping mall in Syracuse. Why the heck do you want to go the Destiny USA shopping mall in Syracuse?
New BBQ Joint Opens in South Buffalo
If you find yourself driving down Abbott Road in South Buffalo and you have a hankering for barbecue, A&B BBQ is now open.
They are at 368 Abbott Road and it's run by the Szaras family who have been catering for many many years now. It’...
Amy Schumer and a Mother’s Day Brunch are in WNY This Weekend
This Saturday, May 7th, Amy Schumer takes the stage at First Niagara Center for a 7pm show.
The Dixie Chicks Playing Buffalo in September [Details]
The Dixie Chicks have just announced that they’ll be playing First Niagara Center on September 17, 2016. Rob Schneider's daughter Elle King is also part of their DCX MMXVI Tour, and she'll be here as well.
Dry Spring Weather Expected for World’s Largest Yard Sale
Above you see shoppers indoors at last year's World's Largest Yard Sale. It's safe to say that for this year's edition, plan on visiting all the outdoor vendors as well as we are anticipating dry Spring like weather both Friday and Saturday, May 6th and 7th, 2016.
Enjoy Buffalo Love on The People’s Court [VIDEO]
The defendant in this case clearly doesn't like the way her boyfriend treated her, but does love the way our city of Buffalo treats her – just one problem, she enjoyed our city on his dime. The first case in the episode of "The People's Court" clearly shows Buffalo some love.
The Carnival at Buffalo’s Canalside Returns Memorial Day Weekend [VIDEO]
Like me, you're going to want to bring the whole family to the Canalside Boardwalk Carnival! It's the official kick-off to summer in Buffalo. Hammerl Amusements will provide 16 rides and games for all ages, plus there will be fabulous food, a beer tent, live entertainment and more!
Western New York and World Notable 2016 Celebrity Deaths [VIDEO]
Now That the forth month of 2016 is over, we were saddened to learn that Rochester native and WWE star Chyna had passed away. Also SUNY distinguished music professor Tony Conrad has died. Western New York and our nation has lost many big names this year. Feel free to take a few minutes to remember those recognizable people who have left us in 2016.
The ‘I Love the 90s Tour’ Coming Seneca Niagara Events Center [VIDEO]
The 'I Love the 90s Tour' is coming to the Seneca Niagara Events Center on September 29th, 2016. Wow, Mix 96 artists: Salt n’ Pepa, Vanilla Ice, Coolio and Rob Base all in one show!