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
End Of Summer Splash Giveaway! (Partner Promotion)
Promotion Sponsored and Administered by SoCast Digital.
🌊 End of Summer Splash Giveaway - Make a Big Splash Before Summer Ends! ☀️
Summer may be winding down, but there's still time for one more unforgettable splash. Celebrate the season with our End of Summer Splash Giveaway for your chance to win $2,00…
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 …
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, …
Music News
Lil Uzi Vert Marks Birthday With Surprise Eight-Track EP
Lil Uzi Vert celebrated their 31st birthday with the unexpected release of Maverick "Almost Forever," an eight-track EP that arrived on July 31. The r...
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Billie Eilish Concert Film Sets Paramount+ Streaming Date
Billie Eilish is bringing her latest concert film to streaming after its theatrical run. A new announcement confirms that Billie Eilish: Hit Me Hard a...
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Bella Kay Finds Inspiration in Noah Kahan's Path to Success
Bella Kay is building momentum as one of pop music's emerging singer-songwriters, and her recent reflections show how closely she is watching the arti...
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KATSEYE Reveals WILD Tracklist as Lara Raj Shares Story Behind Bonus Song
KATSEYE has unveiled the tracklist for its upcoming EP, WILD, giving fans a clearer look at the group's next musical chapter. The project is set for r...
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Ariana Grande Finds New Energy and Emotional Restraint on Petal
Ariana Grande released her eighth studio album, Petal, on July 31, introducing a softer but emotionally sharper chapter in her catalog. The 12-song pr...
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Charli XCX Takes No. 1 in Australia With Music, Fashion, Film
Charli XCX has returned to the top of Australia's albums chart with Music, Fashion, Film. The latest ARIA chart update confirms that her eighth studio...
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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...
Jul 31, 2026
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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