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Cat Country 98.7 nominated for a Marconi Award – July 29, 2026

Posted on: July 30th, 2026 by brent

MarconiLOCAL RADIO STATION WYCT NOMINATED FOR NATIONAL MARCONI AWARD

WYCT – Cat Country 98.7, Pensacola’s locally owned and operated radio station, has been nominated for the prestigious RADIO STATION OF THE YEAR Marconi Award, presented by the National Association of Broadcasters for 2025-2026, one of five nation-wide radio stations to receive a nomination for the award.

Established in 1989 and named after inventor and Nobel Prize winner Guglielmo Marconi, the NAB Marconi Awards are given to radio stations to recognize excellence in radio.  The winners will be announced October 20th at the Marconi Radio Awards Dinner held during the NAB Show in New York City. 

 “We are so honored to be nominated for this prestigious national award.  Cat Country 98.7 is a team of passionate professionals who put our listeners and our community first every day.”

-Station Owner and General Manager, Mary Hoxeng

The Cat Country Cares for Kids Radiothon – August 14th

Posted on: July 27th, 2026 by brent

Radiothon logoJoin Cat Country 98.7 for the 8th Annual Cat Country Cares for Kids Radiothon, benefiting the Bear Family Foundation Pediatric Oncology Center for Hope at Studer Family Children’s Hospital.

Throughout the day, we’ll share powerful stories from local children, families, physicians and community leaders whose lives have been touched by the care provided at Studer Family Children’s Hospital.

Every donation helps provide health, hope and healing to children in our community.

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Listen and Give

Tune in to Cat Country 98.7 throughout the day on Friday, August 14, as we broadcast live and share stories of courage, compassion and hope.

You can make a secure donation online or call 850-746-1094 to support the Radiothon.

Radio and television partners include:

  • Cat Country 98.7
  • NewsRadio 92.3
  • WEAR-TV

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Your Donation Makes a Difference

Supporting the Cat Country Cares for Kids Radiothon is more than making a financial contribution. It is giving local children and families hope during some of the most difficult moments of their lives.

Radiothon donations help provide services and resources such as:

Comforting Toys

A toy can bring comfort, distraction and a sense of normalcy to a child spending time in the hospital. Your donation helps provide toys that encourage smiles, creativity and hope.

Facility Dog Visits

A specially trained facility dog can provide comfort and emotional support to children during procedures, treatments and difficult hospital stays. A gift of $85 can help provide one full day of care and support from a facility dog.

Child Life Services

Certified Child Life Specialists help children understand medical procedures, manage fear and cope with pain, grief or anxiety. Your gift can help provide one-on-one support when a child needs it most.

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Become a Radiothon Sponsor

Radiothon sponsors help raise critical funds for Studer Family Children’s Hospital while connecting their businesses with one of our community’s most meaningful causes.

Sponsors receive recognition in the weeks leading up to the Radiothon and throughout the live event.

For sponsorship information, contact Michaela McCarthy: 850-746-1094

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Volunteer for the Phone Bank

The Sacred Heart Foundation needs volunteers to help staff the Radiothon phone bank.

Volunteers will answer incoming pledge calls and encourage friends, family members and colleagues to support local children and families. All you need is a willingness to help and a passion for making a difference.

[Register to Volunteer]

Help Give Local Children a Healthier Future

Every donation stays focused on helping children and families receive exceptional care close to home.

Join Cat Country 98.7, NewsRadio 92.3, WEAR-TV and the Sacred Heart Foundation on Friday, August 14, for the 8th Annual Cat Country Cares for Kids Radiothon.

Together, we can give local children hope, healing and a healthier future.

The Ballad of Muir

Posted on: July 17th, 2026 by brent

Cat Country 98.7 · The Ballad of Muir

The BIG LIP SYNC Battle – October 22nd

Posted on: July 7th, 2026 by brent

Jason Aldean – The Wharf – August 29

Posted on: July 1st, 2026 by brent

Jason Aldean

Jason Aldean comes to the Wharf on Saturday, August 29th with Chase Matthew and Mackenzie Carpenter.

Tickets are on sale now at Ticketmaster and the Box Office.

Listen to win Tickets closer to the show.

Alabama at the Pensacola Bay Center – August 15

Posted on: June 2nd, 2026 by brent

AlabamaALABAMA, THE BAND THAT CHANGED EVERYTHING,

COMING TO THE PENSACOLA BAY CENTER

SATURDAY, AUGUST 15

ALABAMA is the band that changed everything. 

With over 33 No. 1 singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and timeless classics like “Mountain Music,” “Song of the South,” “Dixieland Delight,”and “The Closer You Get,” ALABAMA continues to delight audiences nationwide. The band earned CMA’s Entertainer of the Year three years in a row (1982–1984) and was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2005. They have won over 200 industry awards and still counting. They’ve earned 21 Gold®, Platinum® and Multi-Platinum® albums and were named the RIAA’s Country Group of the Century. They are members of the Country Music Hall of Fameand have a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. They are also world-class philanthropists who have raised over 800 million dollars for charity.

There will be high demand for this show so stay tuned for ticket on-sale information and make plans early!

 

Alabama at the Pensacola Bay Center – August 15

Posted on: June 2nd, 2026 by brent
Alabama is bringing their legendary catalog of hits to the Pensacola Bay Center on Saturday, August 15, with special guest EXILE.
From “Mountain Music” and “Song of the South” to “Dixieland Delight” and “Feels So Right,” this is your chance to see one of the most successful bands in country music history live in concert.
 
Who would you bring to this show? Tag them below and make plans for a night of timeless country music at the Pensacola Bay Center.
Listen to win tickets during the Conundrum all this week at 3:45.Alabama

Hurricane Tips 2026

Posted on: June 1st, 2026 by brent

The Ultimate Hurricane Tip List
-Cat Country Listeners

Preparation

  1. Prepare before a storm is announced. Buy supplies throughout hurricane season, not the day before landfall.
  2. Build a hurricane kit with:
    • Water
    • Non-perishable food
    • Flashlights
    • Batteries
    • Pet supplies
    • Medications
    • First aid items
    • Trash bags
    • Important documents
    • Cash
  3. Have enough supplies to be self-sufficient for at least three days. Many residents recommend planning for a week.
  4. Refill prescription medications before a storm approaches.
  5. Review your insurance coverage before hurricane season and consider flood insurance if needed.
  6. Sign up for local emergency alerts and weather notifications.
  7. Know your evacuation zone and flood zone before a storm develops.

Water & Food

  1. Store more water than the minimum recommendation if possible. Don’t forget water for pets.
  2. Fill your bathtub with water for flushing toilets and other non-drinking uses.
  3. Freeze water bottles and containers ahead of time. They’ll keep food cold longer and provide drinking water as they thaw.
  4. Freeze large containers of water to help preserve freezer contents during power outages.
  5. Don’t eat your hurricane snacks before the hurricane.
  6. Consider shelf-stable foods, MREs, canned goods, fruit cups, and other foods that don’t require refrigeration.

Fuel & Transportation

  1. Keep your vehicle’s gas tank topped off throughout hurricane season.
  2. Fill approved gas containers before shortages begin.
  3. Test generators before they’re needed and make sure you have enough fuel.

Power & Electronics

  1. Charge phones, tablets, battery packs, rechargeable lights, and other electronics before the storm arrives.
  2. Battery-powered fans can make a huge difference during extended power outages.
  3. Many cordless tool battery systems have compatible fans, lights, and USB chargers that can be useful after a storm.
  4. If air conditioning is a major concern, consider a small window unit that can be powered by a generator.

Home Preparation

  1. Trim trees and remove dead limbs before hurricane season.
  2. Secure outdoor furniture, grills, trash cans, and other loose objects.
  3. Ratchet strap or otherwise secure garbage cans if high winds are expected.
  4. Cut your grass before the storm. It makes debris cleanup easier afterward.
  5. Clean your home before the storm. Returning to a clean house after a disaster is one less thing to worry about.
  6. Complete your laundry before landfall. Clean clothes become valuable when power and water are unavailable.
  7. Wash dishes and empty sinks before the storm.
  8. Cool your home down before the storm and keep doors and windows closed if power is lost.

Generator Safety

  1. Never operate a generator inside your home, garage, or enclosed space.
  2. Keep generators at least 20 feet away from your home to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.

Pets

  1. Stock extra pet food, medications, and supplies.
  2. Change cat litter before the storm. Nobody wants a hot, dirty litter box during a power outage.

Evacuation

  1. If officials recommend evacuation, leave early.
  2. Waiting until the last minute can mean gridlocked roads, closed bridges, and dangerous travel conditions.
  3. Trust your instincts. If a storm feels serious, take it seriously.

After the Storm

  1. Be careful what you post on social media regarding damage if you expect to file an insurance claim.
  2. Have binoculars available for post-storm wildlife and bird watching opportunities.
  3. Keep chainsaws, pruning tools, and cleanup equipment ready for debris removal.

Community

  1. Know your neighbors before a storm arrives.
  2. Help each other. Hurricane recovery is often a community effort.

Gulf Coast Wisdom

  1. Don’t panic—but don’t ignore the forecast.
  2. Hurricanes are easier to prepare for than recover from.
  3. The best time to get ready is before anyone else starts buying water and bread.
  4. If you’re new to the Gulf Coast, listen to people who have been through multiple hurricanes.
  5. If Waffle House closes, pay attention.

Honorable Mentions (Listener Humor)

  • Make friends with the neighbor who owns a Generac.
  • Stock up on hurricane snacks.
  • Keep plenty of beer on hand.
  • Plan your hurricane party responsibly.
  • “Don’t worry until Waffle House closes.”
  • “If Waffle House closes, I’m leaving.”

This really boils down to five essentials:

Water. Fuel. Cash. Medications. A Plan.

Complete list of tips Here: Ultimate Hurricane Tip List

Stepping Out in Style Fashion Show – October 23

Posted on: May 28th, 2026 by brent

Stepping out

Join Baptist Health Care Foundation for the 50th Annual Stepping Out in Style Fashion Show, presented by Sandy Sansing Dealerships, Friday, October 23rd at the Hilton Pensacola Beach. Enjoy cocktails, auctions, hors d’oeuvres, and an unforgettable runway fashion show — all benefiting Baptist Health Care Foundation. Reserve your seat now and celebrate 50 years of impact in our community.

Ticket and times here: https://www.baptisthealthcarefoundation.org/womens-board/events/stepping-out-in-style

Rules – Tap that App for CMA Fest Tickets

Posted on: May 4th, 2026 by brent

May 04, 2026

‘CAT COUNTRY 98.7 2 CMA FEST Tickets with Hotel

CONTEST RULES AND REGULATIONS

The specific rules for this Contest written below are in addition to “Cat Country 98.7 General Contest Rules” dated 02-11-21. If there is a conflict in language, these specific rules will govern.

Contest Name: 2 CMA FEST Tickets with Hotel (the ‘Contest’)

Station(s):  CAT COUNTRY 98.7 – WYCT(FM), PENSACOLA (the “Station(s)”)

Station Business Address:  7251 Plantation Road, Pensacola, Florida 32504

Station Business Telephone:  850-262-6000

  1. Description of Contest/Contest.
    DATE OF CONTEST:05/04/26-05/15/26 (weekdays)

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. PURCHASE DOES NOT INCREASE ODDS OF WINNING. Void where prohibited.  Odds of winning depend upon the number of participants.

 

2. HOW TO ENTER

Download the Cat Country App and register on the app during play times.

 

3.HOW TO PLAY

Play Times are at approximately 9am, 11a, 1pm, 3pm, and 5pm.  Listen at the play times for the register on the app.  Open the App and register your name and phone number.  After 10 minutes, a random participants entry will be selected from the qualified list of entries received from Registrants on the App. The Participant’s name will be called over the air.  The participant must call back in 10 minutes to qualify for the CMA FEST Tickets.  If a participant doesn’t call back in 10 minutes a new name will be picked from qualified registrants on the app. If the participant’s name that was announced does not call withing the allotted ten (10) minutes, another participant’s random entry will be chosen from the same Play Time’s entries and announced.   That participant will then have an allotted time of ten (10) minutes from the time the participant’s name is announced to call the Station studio number (850-430-1987) to qualify.  This this will be repeated until a participant is qualified.

  1. All decisions of station management with respect to the Contest are final.
  2. Participants may only qualify once for duration of this Contest.

 

4. ELIGIBILITY

This is a local contest sponsored by Cat Country 98.7, and it has no connection to any other organization.  The Contest is open to all Cat Country listeners 21 or older who reside in Escambia and Santa Rosa County, Florida and Baldwin County and Escambia County, Alabama. 

5. PRIZES

  1. 2 Four Night Tickets to CMA Fest June 4-June 7 with Hotel Room for 2 people (AIR FARE NOT INCLUDED).
  2. Qualifier prizes may be awarded as per above rules.
  3. Any Prize not awarded due to ineligibility of contestant are returned to the Station. 

6. CONDITIONS

Payments of all federal, state and local taxes are solely the responsibility of the Winners.  Winners will be required to complete and submit an IRS Form W-9 or the equivalent including the Winner’s full Social Security Number for receipt of any Cash Prize. Failure to submit a complete W-9 or equivalent will result in disqualification and forfeiture of the Prize.

Prior to awarding any Prize or Prize certificate, and depending on the nature of the Prize and eligibility requirements of the Contest, the Station in its sole discretion will require verification of Contest Winner’s identification by a showing of valid government-issued photo identification.By entering, participating and/or accepting a Prize in the Contest, each entrant, Winner, and guest if applicable, agrees not to sue and to release, discharge, indemnify,  hold harmless, and absolve the Station, Prize providers, the Station’s sponsors and promotional partners, the Station’s advertising and promotion agencies and each of their respective parent, subsidiary and affiliated entities and the officers, shareholders, directors, employees, agents, and representatives and the successors and assigns of each of them (the “Released Parties”) from and against any and all claims, demands, actions, suits, losses, expenses, costs, damages, and liabilities including, without limitation, interest, penalties, court costs and reasonable attorneys’ fees and expenses arising directly or indirectly from the Prize or participation in the promotion, including, but not limited to, personal injury, death, or damage to or loss of property, which may occur in connection with, preparation for, travel to, or participation in Contest, or possession, acceptance and/or use or misuse of Prize or participation in any Contest-related activity, including but not limited to any claims based on publicity rights, defamation, or invasion of privacy and merchandise delivery. 

Station, in its sole discretion, reserves the right to disqualify any person (and all of their entries) from this Contest if he or she tampers with the entry process, the operation of the Contest, or the operation of Station’s web channel or is otherwise in violation of the Official Rules or direction of Station.If a dispute arises regarding compliance with these Rules, Station may consider, in its sole discretion, data reasonably available to Station through information technology systems in Station’s control, but Station will not be obligated to consider any data or other information collected from any other source. Station further reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to modify, cancel, terminate or suspend the entry portion of the Contest, or any part of it, if it is not capable of completion as planned or if any fraud, technical failures or any factor beyond the Station’s control, including infection by computer virus, bugs, tampering, unauthorized intervention or technical failures of any sort, corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness, integrity or proper conduct of the Contest as determined by Station in is sole discretion. If due to circumstances beyond the control of Station, any competition or Prize-related event or travel is delayed, rescheduled, postponed or cancelled, Station reserves the right, but not the obligation, to modify, suspend, or cancel the Contest and shall not be required to award a substitute Prize.

For those viewing/listening to the Station stream on the Internet or other non-broadcast means: Please be advised that you may be listening to a delayed stream of the broadcast signal, which may vary depending on your computer’s memory capacity and your internet connection. For that reason, we strongly recommend that you turn on your radio to the Station to participate in this or any other call-in contest to be sure you are participating in “real time.”  The Station assumes no responsibility for contestants not making timely phone calls to the Station as a result of the delays in the method of viewing/listening.

The Released Parties are not responsible for (i) typographical or other errors in the printing, the offering or the administration of the Contest, or in the announcement of a Prize; (ii) entries not received due to difficulty accessing the internet, service outage or delays, computer difficulties, malfunctions, disconnections, other technological failures, telephone service outages, delays, dropped calls, or busy signals or 3rd Party Applications or vendors; or any other difficulties that may prevent an individual from entering or participating, or (iii) lost, stolen, mangled, misdelivered, misdirected, postage due, illegible, incomplete, incorrect, or late entries. Further, the Released Parties are not responsible if any part of a Contest Prize cannot be awarded due to acts of God, acts of war, natural disaster, weather, acts of terrorism or other factors beyond the Station’s control.

All Prizes must be accepted as awarded and are non-transferable.To claim Prize, Winner must fill out required forms digitally and may be required to come to the station during the hours of 8:30am to 5:30pm  Monday through Friday, within 30 days after winning, and provide government-issued photo ID which Station will copy for file. Winner must fill out IRS W-9 Form.  After identification procedure and forms are satisfactorily completed, Winner may claim their Prize. If Prize is cash Prize, it will be sent to Winners mailing address no later than 30 days after Prize is won. The station’s business office is at 7251 Plantation Road, Pensacola, Florida.

The Internal Revenue Service requires the radio station to report total annual winnings of $2000 and above.  This is done via an IRS 1099 filing in January of the following year; a copy will be mailed to the address provided by the contest winner.   The radio station will withhold 24 percent federal withholding tax from any cash (or cash equivalent) Prize greater than $2000 and this withholding will be remitted to the IRS in the name of the contest winner. 

  1. APP Site Entries.Participants must accurately complete all required fields or entry will be deemed invalid. Station and its sponsors shall have no liability for any malfunction of the Internet, Station website or any other computer-related processor system including Facebook, X, Apple, Google or the like. Station is not responsible for any prize offered or any aspect of any Contest appearing on an advertiser’s web banner or hyperlink located on Station website.  Apple has no affiliation with this contest.

See “Cat Country 98.7 General Contest Rules” dated 02-11-21 for important additional Prize information.