Events
Stuff the Bus
Get ready to Stuff the Bus ! Eglin Federal Credit Union and Humana Healthy Horizons in Florida invite you to stop by Walmart locations in Fort Walton Beach, Niceville, Destin, and Crestview on Saturday, August 1st from 8am to 4pm. Pick up extra school supplies while you shop...
2026 Women's Expo
The 2026 Women's Expo at The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach will be Saturday, September 12, 2026. The event will feature the best in beauty, fashion, health and wellness, home decor, and more! Plus, there will be lots of prizes and lots of FUN - the first 300 visitors wi...
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Rip Current Safety Information
Always check the swim flags at your local beach and follow the safety guidelines below. *Entering the Gulf during double red flag conditions can result in a $500 fine and criminal charges. Rip currents are powerful, channeled currents of water flowing away from shore. They t...
Be In The Know!
Keep up on the latest information about the Brooks Bridge construction and related projects through our media partner, GetTheCoast.com. Click here for the latest details.
Listen Live
We're making it even easier for you to stay connected to Z96 wherever you go! We're always on your radio and you can also stream the #1 Hit Music Station through your computer, smartphone, tablet, and your smart speaker. RADIO If you are in or near the Fort Walton Beach-Dest...
Contests
Live Local and Win BIG!
Looking for the perfect excuse to get out and enjoy the Emerald Coast? Cumulus Media and Eglin Federal Credit Union want to send you to The Shack in Fort Walton Beach with a $250 gift card! Enjoy fresh seafood, waterfront views, and one of the area's favorite casual hangouts on Miracle Strip Parkway. Whether it's date …
See Tame Impala Deadbeat Tour in Denver!
Tame Impala is making the rounds on the Deadbeat Tour, and you could be there in Denver! Listen weekdays for your chance to win!
Your Chance to Win a Back to School Shopping Spree!
Enter for your chance to be one of FIVE to win $1,000 for a Back to School Shopping Spree!
Live Local. Win BIG in July!
This summer, Eglin Federal Credit Union wants to put you in the driver's seat... for your next adventure! It's time for a Summer Road Trip and here's your chance to win a Holmes Auto Repair gift card, helping keep your vehicle road-trip ready all summer long. Whether you're planning a family reunion, a weekend escape, …
July Jackpot Giveaway! (Partner Promotion)
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💰 July Jackpot Giveaway - Your Lucky Moment Starts Here! 🍀
July is all about sunshine, celebrations, and making the most of summer. This month, we're giving one lucky winner $2,000 cash in our July Jackpot Giveaway. Whether you've been saving for something…
Music News
Olivia Dean Earns Second Mercury Prize Nomination With The Art of Loving
Olivia Dean has secured a place on the 2026 Mercury Prize shortlist with her second album, The Art of Loving. The newly announced list recognizes 12 a...
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Women Make Country Chart History as Ella Langley Leads Top Five Sweep
Women occupy all five leading positions on Billboard's latest Hot Country Songs chart, extending an unprecedented run for female artists. The new rank...
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Taylor Swift's Toy Story 5 Song Tops Movie Music Chart
Taylor Swift has added another chart leader to her catalog with I Knew It, I Knew You, her original song from the Toy Story 5 soundtrack. Billboard's ...
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Cardi B Releases New Single AH HA
Cardi B has released AH HA, her first new song of 2026. The track arrived on streaming platforms Friday, July 31, following a short preview shared on ...
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BTS Grammy Decision Sparks Strong Fan Support and Industry Debate
BTS's decision to withhold ARIRANG from consideration at the 2027 Grammy Awards quickly drew support from fans and renewed debate about how global art...
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Disney Strikes Gold Again as New Descendants Soundtrack Enters Billboard 200
The Descendants: Wicked Wonderland soundtrack has made a strong entrance on the U.S. music charts. Billboard chart data shows the album debuting at No...
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Karol G Surprises Toronto Fans with New Album Announcement at Rogers Stadium
Karol G has announced her sixth studio album, No Me Arrepiento de Sentir Tanto, set for release on August 7, 2026, at midnight ET. The Colombian singe...
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Sam Smith Confirms Engagement to Fashion Designer Christian Cowan
Sam Smith has confirmed their engagement to fashion designer Christian Cowan after roughly three years together. The singer shared the news during a r...
Jul 30, 2026
