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Thank You, Richard Winham

After 38 years on the WUTC airwaves, our beloved host Richard Winham is hanging up his headphones.

Folks, this one isn’t easy to announce.

Our colleague, mentor, and friend—your WUTC host and producer for nearly four decades—Richard Winham has announced his plans to retire at the end of June. It’s a well-earned next chapter, and though it’s hard to say goodbye, we’re wishing him a joyful and adventurous retirement.

Richard has been a mentor, tastemaker, and tireless supporter of Chattanooga’s music and arts scene since 1987. He even hosted the first original music show broadcast from our studios. Since then, he’s interviewed hundreds of musicians, artists, and writers, and hosted thousands of hours of music programming.

To celebrate his incredible legacy, we’re inviting the entire community to Thank You, Richard Winham, a special WUTC benefit concert on Sunday, June 22, at Barrelhouse Ballroom in downtown Chattanooga.

From 1–5 p.m., join us for an all-ages, family-friendly event featuring some of Richard’s favorite local artists, including headliners The New Quintet, Randy Steele and the High Cold Wind. You'll also hear from Wayne White and Username Password, Jhett Black, Rick Rushing, Alex The Band, Danimal, BEMI, and members of Call Me Spinster and Strung Like A Horse—plus more surprises to come!

Tickets are on sale now. You can purchase them here.

Upgrade to the Soundcheck Circle for an exclusive pre-show meet-and-greet at noon with Richard, some of the artists, and WUTC staff, along with drinks, light bites, and a free limited-edition Thank You, Richard Winham concert poster.

Richard's retirement marks the end of an era for WUTC, but it's also a moment to come together and keep his legacy alive through music and community. All proceeds from this show will go toward continuing the independent music and cultural programming that Richard helped pioneer.

Please join us on Sunday, June 22nd to say Thank You, Richard Winham.

More Upcoming WUTC Events

WUTC May Benefit Concert
​We had such a great time at our first benefit show in April, we’re doing it again! Join us on Thursday, May 22, at Cherry Street Tavern for a night of incredible local music. Catch performances from experimental indie pop band Telemonster and the one-man electronic pop project No Thank You John. Come early for good food and cold drinks! Music starts at 9:00 p.m. Tickets are $10 at the door, and every dollar goes toward supporting public radio in Chattanooga.

WUTC May Morning Coffee Meet-up!
​Come hang out with your favorite WUTC hosts, staff, and fellow listeners! It’s the perfect chance to sip on coffee, enjoy some delicious crepes, and connect with the people who make our station so special. Plus, grab some free WUTC merch while you’re at it! No cost, no RSVP—just drop by, meet some awesome people, and share in the fun! Join us Thursday, May 22 from 8:30-10:30am at Adelle's Creperie at 400 E. Main Street. There is free parking in the lot attached to Adelle's.

In Case You Missed It

Catch up on a few of our favorite stories from the past month

• ​This Chapter For Public Media In Chattanooga And The Tennessee Valley​​
  Ray Bassett interviews WTCI President and CEO Bob Culkeen and board member Danny Fell. They explore how proposed federal funding cuts to public media could impact stations like WUTC and WTCI PBS here in the Tennessee Valley.​
• ​On Air With Richard: Sister Sadie​​
  Catch a live session with Sister Sadie, the all-female bluegrass powerhouse from Nashville. The band is set to perform in Chattanooga this fall at Bluegrass Live!, part of IBMA’s World of Bluegrass.
• ​Old Chattanooga​​
  Host Alex Volz shares the story of Pine Breeze Center, a former sanitarium turned teen mental health facility in North Chattanooga, where patients helped lead one of the Southeast’s most unique music preservation projects.

WUTC Ticket Hub

Current Ticket Giveaways

• WUTC Presents Ryan Adams: Heartbreaker '25 World Tour – September 11 | Enter here​
• IBMA Bluegrass Live! Festival – September 19–20 | Enter here​
• NEEDTOBREATHE – The Barely Elegant Acoustic Tour – November 14 | Enter here​

Support WUTC by Supporting Chattanooga FC

Through our partnership with Chattanooga Football Club, every ticket you buy via our page helps support WUTC at no extra cost to you! It’s a simple way to enjoy the world's game while supporting your local public radio station.

Here are a few of CFC's upcoming home games:

• May 24 Chattanooga FC vs New England Revolution Tickets Here​
• June 7 Chattanooga FC vs Inter Miami Tickets Here​
• June 21 Chattanooga FC vs FC Cincinnati Tickets Here​

See the full schedule here.

Thank You for Your Support!

We wrapped up a successful Spring Pledge Drive last month, and we're so grateful to everyone who stepped up to support WUTC. Especially with federal funding uncertain, your generosity means more than ever. To borrow a phrase from Richard, pledge drives are when we come tugging at your shirt sleeve, because we truly can’t do this without you.

If you’d like to keep the momentum going, consider becoming a monthly donor or simply sharing WUTC with a friend who loves music, stories, and community.

Thanks for being part of what makes WUTC possible.

Warmly,
The WUTC Team

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