Strider reunites at the Caz
Ava Martinez
Ava Martinez
Reporter · Buffalo, NY
Ava Martinez has spent over 3 years covering community issues in Buffalo, particularly focusing on social justice initiatives and grassroots movements. With a degree in Sociology from the University at Buffalo, she has a deep understanding of the societal factors impacting local neighborhoods. Ava previously worked as a community organizer before transitioning to journalism.
More from Ava →Reporter · Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 4:11 PM · 1 min read
Strider was one of the popular bands of the late 1980s featuring Mike Runo (guitar), Glenda Chausse (vocals/guitar) Matt Young (Keyboards), Johnny Magnum (drums), and Joe Martucel (bass) perform (with all original members) for the first time in 37 years…