Z-96 - WZNS

A commercial FM radio station broadcasting at 96.5 MHz and serving the Fort Walton Beach, Florida area, branded as Z96. The station airs a contemporary hit radio format and is owned by Cumulus Media, one of the largest radio broadcasting companies in the United States. The station positions itself as the number-one hit music station in its market and is accessible through over-the-air reception, online streaming, smartphone and tablet apps, and smart speaker platforms. Promotional activities include listener contests and concert giveaways featuring major touring artists. The station's website provides local public safety information, including rip current warnings for Gulf Coast beachgoers, reflecting its role as a community information resource for the coastal Florida Panhandle region.