A graduate of Wenatchee High School, Mark moved to Spokane in 1990 and worked as a producer and editor of the KXLY 920 Morning News over 18 years. The field of Information Technology piqued his interest, and he left broadcasting to work I-T for various businesses. Mark decided to return to broadcast journalism and work as a broadcaster and content creator for Townsquare Media - Newsradio 560 KPQ and now Newsradio 610 KONA. He has three beautiful children who’ve grown to be amazing young women. Mark likes to spend time enjoying the great outdoors, disc golfing, fishing, hiking, and camping.
Mark Rattner
Washington State Fire Marshall: Stay safe this BBQ season
Cooking fires sparked by outdoor grilling totaled more than 2,000 responses by firefighters
Richland Police to Get into Holiday Shopping Spirit with Kids
The annual Cops and Kids event is a chance for kids to buy gifts for their loved ones.
Benton County Sheriff’s Deputies Using New Restraint Device
Straps and handles around the device's leg restraints are used to carry the suspect to a secure location
Jacksons Food Stores Adds Locations to The Tri-Cities
The five store locations are in West Richland, Richland, Kennewick, and Burbank
Big Changes Coming to West Richland’s Lewis and Clark Ranch
Plans are in the works to develop the land for urban use and growth
Life Saving Devices Planned for Badger Mountain
First responders have been called to the area several times for reports of cardiac arrest
Pasco’s Winterfest Celebration Underway
Those who find the candy canes get entered into a drawing for prizes
Kennewick Man Suspected of Killing Brother-in-Law Found Dead
The motive behind Monday night's shooting of Travis Kitchen on South Jean Street is still under investigation.
Christmas Lights Brighten Kennewick’s Historic Waterfront
Display includes one of the tallest living Christmas trees in the region.
Washington Students Eligible for Pell Grant Maximum Increase
The student aid form, called FAFSA, has been simplified from 100 questions to as few as 20
Walla Walla Police Use Spike Strips to Disable Fleeing RV
Police say that Guillen told the female “We are both going to die tonight” as he was eluding the detectives.
New Book Outlines Son’s Struggles with Addiction
Gerber's book "Witness to Addiction" also details the science behind addiction.