On this episode of 716 Together, host Tammy Lee Demler welcomes community advocate Willie Price for a lively and informative Black History Month quiz and conversation. Together, they explore Buffalo’s deep Black history—from Freedom Park’s role in the Underground Railroad to Aretha Franklin’s childhood summers spent in the Queen City. Willie shares insights on Juneteenth’s origins, Buffalo’s own 50‑year Juneteenth celebration, and the significance of local landmarks like the Michigan Street Baptist Church and the African American Heritage Corridor. With storytelling, local pride, and plenty of laughs, this episode highlights the people, places, and traditions that continue to shape Buffalo’s cultural legacy.

On this episode of 716 Together, host Tammy Lee Demler welcomes community advocate Willie Price for a lively and informative Black History Month quiz and conversation. Together, they explore Buffalo&rsquo;s deep Black history&mdash;from Freedom Park&rsquo;s role in the Underground Railroad to Aretha Franklin&rsquo;s childhood summers spent in the Queen City. Willie shares insights on Juneteenth&rsquo;s origins, Buffalo&rsquo;s own 50‑year Juneteenth celebration, and the significance of local landmarks like the Michigan Street Baptist Church and the African American Heritage Corridor. With storytelling, local pride, and plenty of laughs, this episode highlights the people, places, and traditions that continue to shape Buffalo&rsquo;s cultural legacy.

716 Together is a weekly audio town hall designed to inform, inspire and empower our community on the social, economic and health issues that affect Buffalo and Western New York. Hosted by personalities from 103.3 The Edge, Classic Hits 104.1 and 97 Rock, join us for new episodes every week featuring engaging conversation with a wide scope of local leaders addressing the most relevant topic of the day.

 

716 Together is a weekly audio town hall designed to inform, inspire and empower our community on the social, economic and health issues that affect Buffalo and Western New York. Hosted by personalities from 103.3 The Edge, Classic Hits 104.1 and 97 Rock, join us for new episodes every week featuring engaging conversation with a wide scope of local leaders addressing the most relevant topic of the day.
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716 Together: Black History with Willie Price (3-1-26)

In this episode of 716 Together, host Tammie Lee Demler sits down with Stephan Anderman, Corps Director of the Hamburg Kingsmen Drum and Bugle Corps, to explore the rich history and vibrant future of this iconic Western New York organization. From its 1927 roots with the Hamburg Fire Department to its upcoming 100th anniversary, Stephan shares how the Kingsmen preserve traditional drum corps music while welcoming new generations of musicians. The conversation covers performances, community engagement, veteran support, the Buglers Hall of Fame, and plans for a bold centennial celebration—including the ambitious goal of 100 brass players on the field. It’s a look at music, connection, and tradition that continues to bring people together across generations.

In this episode of 716 Together, host Tammie Lee Demler sits down with Stephan Anderman, Corps Director of the Hamburg Kingsmen Drum and Bugle Corps, to explore the rich history and vibrant future of this iconic Western New York organization. From its 1927 roots with the Hamburg Fire Department to its upcoming 100th anniversary, Stephan shares how the Kingsmen preserve traditional drum corps music while welcoming new generations of musicians. The conversation covers performances, community engagement, veteran support, the Buglers Hall of Fame, and plans for a bold centennial celebration&mdash;including the ambitious goal of 100 brass players on the field. It&rsquo;s a look at music, connection, and tradition that continues to bring people together across generations.

716 Together: Keeping the Beat Alive - The Legacy and Future of the Hamburg Kingsmen (4-12-26)

In this episode of 716 Together, host Tammie Lee Demler speaks with Jennifer Schiffmacher, Affiliate Advocacy Chair for the Western New York Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN). Jennifer shares her personal journey after losing her mother to pancreatic cancer, highlights vital patient and caregiver resources, and previews the upcoming Purple Stride fundraiser at Buffalo RiverWorks on April 25. Learn how the Western New York community can come together to support research, advocacy, and hope in the fight against one of the deadliest cancers.

In this episode of 716 Together, host Tammie Lee Demler speaks with Jennifer Schiffmacher, Affiliate Advocacy Chair for the Western New York Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN). Jennifer shares her personal journey after losing her mother to pancreatic cancer, highlights vital patient and caregiver resources, and previews the upcoming Purple Stride fundraiser at Buffalo RiverWorks on April 25. Learn how the Western New York community can come together to support research, advocacy, and hope in the fight against one of the deadliest cancers.

716 Together: PanCAN, PurpleStride, and the Fight Against Pancreatic Cancer (4-5-26)

In this episode of 716 Together, host Tammie Lee Demler speaks with Emily Rue, Director of Ministry for the Matthew 25 Center—an outreach initiative of the Roman Catholic Community of the Tonawandas. Emily shares how the Center brings together food assistance, clothing, and medical equipment distribution under one roof to serve those in need across Western New York. Listeners will learn about the Center’s mission rooted in Matthew’s Gospel, where it’s located, how services work, and how individuals can donate or volunteer to support this growing community resource.

In this episode of 716 Together, host Tammie Lee Demler speaks with Emily Rue, Director of Ministry for the Matthew 25 Center&mdash;an outreach initiative of the Roman Catholic Community of the Tonawandas. Emily shares how the Center brings together food assistance, clothing, and medical equipment distribution under one roof to serve those in need across Western New York. Listeners will learn about the Center&rsquo;s mission rooted in Matthew&rsquo;s Gospel, where it&rsquo;s located, how services work, and how individuals can donate or volunteer to support this growing community resource.

716 Together: Black History with Willie Price (3-1-26)

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