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A Celebration to Remember: Honoring Richard Winham’s 38 Years on WUTC

Ray Soldano
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A full house at Barrelhouse Ballroom honored Richard Winham’s 38 years on the air at WUTC

After nearly four decades shaping WUTC’s sound and mentoring generations of student and community broadcasters, Richard Winham is stepping away from the mic.

On June 22, Chattanooga packed Barrelhouse Ballroom to celebrate Winham’s career with a benefit concert featuring performances by some of his favorite local artists and special guests.

The afternoon doubled as a fundraiser for WUTC and a testament to the deep roots Richard has grown in this community — from launching the station’s first original music show to inspiring young voices through the Mocs Mix student program.

As a special highlight, Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly’s office officially declared it “Richard Winham Day.”

Below is a gallery of photos taken by Ray Soldano.

WUTC would like to extend our sincere thanks to all of the performers, artists, bands, volunteers, and listeners who made this celebration so memorable.

We’re also grateful to our sponsors — Snapdragon Hemp, Play Wash Pint, Play Wash Stay, Nooga Paws, Bleu Fox Cheese Shop, and the Chattanooga Times Free Press — for their generous support of this special event.

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    This June, WUTC invites the public to celebrate the extraordinary career of Richard Winham, who is retiring after 38 years on the air. Since 1987, Richard has been more than a radio host. He has been a mentor, a curator of culture, and a voice that has connected our community through music, curiosity, and heart.

    His impact reaches far beyond our studios. Richard launched WUTC’s first freeform music program, mentored countless student DJs, and gave local musicians, writers, and artists a place to be heard. Through his work, Richard helped define the creative identity of Chattanooga itself.