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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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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.
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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...
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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 …
Veterans Day Thank You!
This Veterans Day, we're giving 5 national winners the chance to win $1,000 each! Tell us about the veteran in your life for a chance to give them a THANK YOU for their service!
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
Lady Gaga Reassures Fans: New Music Is on the Horizon
Lady Gaga may be preparing to release new music sooner than fans expected, following a brief exchange on social media that has sparked excitement abou...
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Karol G Reveals Eminem Was One of Her First Musical Loves
Karol G has opened up about her early admiration for Eminem, revealing how the rapper's music made a lasting impression on her long before she fully u...
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JADE Hits Spotify Charts Following Victoria's Secret Runway Moment
JADE's 2024 solo debut single, Angel of My Dreams, is enjoying a major resurgence after Kylie Jenner walked the runway to the song during the 2026 Vic...
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Hilary Duff Is Back with a New Christmas EP, Holiday Things
Hilary Duff is returning to holiday music with a new five-song EP titled Holiday Things, scheduled for release on October 23, 2026. The singer confirm...
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Martin Garrix Announces New Album MARTY Featuring Madonna, U2 and Ed Sheeran
Martin Garrix is preparing to release MARTY, a 14-track album that brings together dance, pop, and some of music's biggest names. The project arrives ...
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Nicki Minaj Reaffirms Trump Support as Cyndi Lauper Speaks Out on Their Political Differences
Nicki Minaj has reaffirmed her support for President Donald Trump following a recent White House visit, while Cyndi Lauper has shared her thoughts on ...
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Becky G Opens Up About Baraja Bendita, Latino Identity and Her Next Career Moves
Becky G is embracing a new chapter in her career with Baraja Bendita, her fifth studio album, while continuing to explore opportunities beyond music. ...
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Charli XCX Cancels Arizona Concert After Losing Her Voice
Charli XCX has canceled her scheduled October 21 concert at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona, after losing her voice while battling an illnes...
Oct 22, 2026
