Sacramento Radio Legend Pat Still Retires After 50 Years

KNCI morning host Pat Still signs off after over three decades on the air in the capital city.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 7:41am

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After a storied 50-year career in radio, legendary Sacramento morning host Pat Still is retiring from KNCI. Still first joined the station in 1992 and spent over 33 years entertaining listeners with his longtime co-host Tom Mailey, creating a dynamic duo that became synonymous with country music mornings in the region.

Why it matters

Pat Still's retirement marks the end of an era for country music fans in Sacramento, as he has been a constant and trusted voice on the airwaves for generations. His departure also highlights the broader evolution of the radio industry and the enduring impact of iconic personalities who become cultural touchstones for their local communities.

The details

When KRAK-FM and KNCI came under common ownership, the decision was made to consolidate the brands on 105.1 FM. However, the station ensured a sense of continuity for listeners by keeping Still and Mailey in the mornings, allowing their established chemistry and rapport to continue. As Still steps away, his co-hosts Cody Robinson and Joe Maumee will take over the show, carrying on the legacy he helped build.

  • Pat Still began his radio career in 1976.
  • He joined KRAK-FM in Sacramento in 1992, teaming up with Tom Mailey.
  • KRAK-FM and KNCI were consolidated under common ownership in the early 2000s.
  • Still has been the morning host at KNCI for over 33 years.
  • Pat Still is retiring on April 30, 2026.

The players

Pat Still

A legendary morning radio host who has spent the last 33 years entertaining listeners in Sacramento on KNCI, building a loyal following and becoming a cultural icon in the region.

Tom Mailey

Pat Still's longtime co-host at KRAK-FM and KNCI, forming a dynamic duo that became synonymous with country music mornings in Sacramento.

Cody Robinson

One of the new co-hosts who will be taking over the morning show at KNCI after Pat Still's retirement.

Joe Maumee

The other new co-host who will be joining Cody Robinson in continuing the legacy of the KNCI morning show after Pat Still's departure.

KNCI

The country music radio station in Sacramento where Pat Still has been the morning host for over 33 years.

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What they’re saying

“Pat Still has been a constant companion to listeners during their morning routines for over three decades. His retirement marks the end of an era for country music fans in Sacramento.”

— Cody Robinson, New Co-Host, KNCI Morning Show

“The magic of radio lies in these unique partnerships, where hosts become like family to their audience. Pat and Tom's chemistry is a testament to that.”

— Author

What’s next

Pat Still's final day on the air at KNCI will be April 30, 2026, when Cody Robinson and Joe Maumee will take over the morning show.

The takeaway

Pat Still's retirement not only marks the end of an era for Sacramento radio, but also highlights the enduring impact that iconic personalities can have on their local communities. As the industry continues to evolve, the loyalty and dedication of listeners to their favorite radio hosts serves as a testament to the power of personal connection in media.