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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...
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The 29th Annual Z-96 Birthday Bash
Get ready for Z-Bash #29... because this year's party is loaded with FUN! Join us October 24th at The Gab Spot in Fort Walton Beach for a night of free arcade play, free bowling, great food, drinks, games, music, and chances to win some seriously awesome prizes! We'll be giving away a $1,000 gift certificate from Joey …
See Olivia Rodrigo in Los Angeles!
Ready to unravel your next adventure? Listen weekdays for your chance to see Olivia Rodrigo in Los Angeles!
Live Local- Win BIG in "Golftober"!
Cooler mornings, sunny afternoons, and perfect golf weather... that's what Golftober is all about! This month, Eglin Federal Credit Union is giving one lucky winner a $250 gift card to Emerald Bay Golf Club. Grab your clubs, call your golf buddies, and get ready for more time on the fairways. Enter now for your chance …
Haunted Cash Giveaway! (Partner Promotion)
October is here, the leaves are changing, and spooky season is officially underway! Get into the Halloween spirit with our Haunted Cash Giveaway for your chance to win $2,000 cash.
Music News
Taylor Swift and Caitlin Clark Cheer On Travis Kelce at Chiefs-Chargers Game
Taylor Swift returned to Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday, October 18, to support her husband, Travis Kelce, as the Kansas City Chiefs faced the Los Angele...
13h ago
Justice Creates Original Score for GTA VI and Unveils Star-Studded Collaboration
French electronic duo Justice is bringing its signature sound to one of gaming's biggest releases. Rockstar Games announced that Gaspard Aug and Xavie...
13h ago
Eminem Defends Kid Rock Collaboration, Says Friendship Comes Before Politics
Eminem is standing by his decision to collaborate with Kid Rock, emphasizing their longtime friendship despite their political differences. The rapper...
13h ago
Miley Cyrus Honors Late Godmother Dolly Parton During Emotional Hollywood Bowl Comeback
Miley Cyrus returned to the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles on October 16, 2026, marking her first full public concert in nearly four years. The perform...
14h ago
Becky G Opens Up About Mental Health as Latin Grammys Celebrate Women in Music
Becky G is encouraging more open conversations about mental health while the Latin music industry recognizes women making an impact behind the scenes ...
14h ago
Miley Cyrus Returns to the Stage With Emotional Hollywood Bowl Concert
Miley Cyrus made her long-awaited return to full-length live performances on October 16, delivering an emotional concert at the Hollywood Bowl in Los ...
Oct 18, 2026
Olivia Rodrigo Reveals How Kendrick Lamar and Chappell Roan Inspired "Expectations"
Olivia Rodrigo has shared how Kendrick Lamar and Chappell Roan influenced her song "Expectations," which now features a new remix with Roan. During an...
Oct 18, 2026
Harry Styles Honors Liam Payne With Unreleased Song on Second Anniversary of His Death
Harry Styles paid tribute to his late One Direction bandmate Liam Payne during a concert at Madison Square Garden in New York on October 16, 2026. The...
Oct 18, 2026
