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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
Dom Dolla Launches Good Fortune Records, Expanding His Reach in Dance Music
Australian DJ and producer Dom Dolla is expanding his presence in electronic music with the launch of Good Fortune Records, a new label designed to su...
15h ago
Hailey Bieber Shares Her Love for Rosalía's Album LUX
Hailey Bieber has shared her admiration for Rosala's album LUX, praising the Spanish singer's music in an enthusiastic social media post. On October 1...
15h ago
JENNIE Discusses Solo Career, BLACKPINK Performances and Tame Impala Collaboration
JENNIE is opening up about the differences between performing as a solo artist and working with BLACKPINK, while also reflecting on her musical collab...
15h ago
Tia Ray Makes History With Landmark Performance at Grammy Museum in Los Angeles
Chinese R&B singer Tia Ray reached a major career milestone on October 6, 2026, becoming the first Chinese female artist to headline her own show ...
15h ago
Travis Kelce and Dakota Johnson Join Taylor Swift in 'Patient Zero' On-Set Clips
Taylor Swift is giving fans a closer look at the making of her Patient Zero music video, revealing plenty of laughter and a special moment with her hu...
15h ago
Jonas Brothers Bring Their Biggest Hits to the First-Ever Banana Bowl
The Jonas Brothers brought live music to the baseball field during the inaugural Banana Bowl on October 10, 2026, at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C...
Oct 14, 2026
Karol G's "BbY WOW" Reclaims No. 1 on Global Charts for Fifth Week
Karol G is enjoying another major chart achievement as her collaboration "BbY WOW," featuring Spanish artists Judeline and Rusowsky, returns to No. 1 ...
Oct 14, 2026
Are Olivia Rodrigo and Chappell Roan Teaming Up? Studio Clip Sparks Remix Rumors
Olivia Rodrigo has sparked speculation about a possible collaboration with Chappell Roan after sharing a short video from what appeared to be a record...
Oct 14, 2026
