Cat Country 98.7
Pensacola's Country Music Association (CMA) and Academy of Country Music (ACM) Station of the Year
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Cat Country 98.7 wins ACM Station of the Year 2026
Cat Country 98.7, Pensacola’s locally owned and operated radio station has won the 2026 ACM Radio Station of the Year Award from the Academy of Country Music (ACM). The announcement was made yesterday in Nashville by the Academy of Country Music at the annual Country Radio Seminar. Cat Country 98.7 previously received the award five times for ACM Radio Station of the Yearin 2005, 2008, 2010, 2019, and 2022.
The winners of the 61st Annual ACM Awards will be honored at the Academy of Country Music Awards show on May 17th, 2026, at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.
Our Cat Country 98.7 team’s dedication to our communities has always been our main priority and it’s deeply satisfying when that commitment is recognized. To receive the ACM Station of the Year for these efforts is humbling and energizing for everyone here. We are equally thrilled for our listener family; we all share this honor. -Mary Hoxeng – General Manager, Owner, WYCT, Cat Country 98.7
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Brent Lane, Morning Host and Program Director of Cat Country 98.7 receiving the ACM award from Country artist Parker McCollum on 03.18. 26.
2025 Christmas Wish Granted for a new Roof
Chad Nominated his ex-wife for a Christmas Wish!
Christmas Wishes 2025
Cat Country 98.7 Christmas Wishes is closed for this year.
Thank you to everyone who generously helped our community.
Here is a look back on the 2025 on-air wishes:
FAQs about Christmas Wishes
Christmas Wishes started 17 years ago and has grown into a “Pay It Forward” Christmas inspiration. You can wish for what ever you want. Our Christmas Wish Committee will review each wish and try to match wishes with granters.
Q. Are all wishes granted?
A. No… we get over a 1000 wishes every year… We try to match up as many wishes as we can.
Q. Is it a contest?
A. No. Any wish is possible… we try to connect wishes and donors.
Q. How does the money from Miracle on Palafox help?
A. The money from Miracle on Palafox all goes through the The United Way of West Florida for Toy Wishes.
Q. Can I submit a wish in person?
A. You can submit a wish by submitting a written letter at the front desk of the radio station. We do not take any wish over the phone. All wishes must be submitted in writing.
Q. Can I help fulfill a future wish?
Yes, please fill out this form:
Manna Hat 2025 raises $2500
Congrats to Larry and Shotzi Clemons on winning this years Manna Hat and raising $2500 for Manna Food Pantries!
This year’s 2025 Manna Hat is a Resistol – George Strait Collection in size 7 3/8, beautifully autographed by a host of country artists. This one-of-a-kind collectible supports a critical local cause.
About Manna Food Pantries
Manna Food Pantries has been fighting hunger in Northwest Florida since January 3, 1983 — first as Manna Food Bank. Over more than four decades, Manna has:
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Served more than 500,000 people in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties since its founding.
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Distributed thousands of tons of food to families, children, seniors, veterans, and individuals in need.
In the most recent year, Manna helped 71,005 local neighbors through its food pantry and community support programs — a clear sign that demand for assistance remains high. Manna Food Pantries
Manna is a private, not-for-profit organization that is nonsectarian, community-focused, and volunteer-supported, grounded in the philosophy “waste not, want not.” Everyone deserves to live free from hunger and with dignity and respect. Manna Food Pantries
💛 100% of the proceeds from this auction will go to support Manna Food Pantries so neighbors in Pensacola, Pace, Milton, and surrounding communities can continue receiving nutritious food and support.
Who’s Autograph is on the Hat?
I will send you a signed certificate that these are 100% Authentic Signatures.
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Artist
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Date/Location
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Location on the Hat
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| Russell Dickerson | March 1, 2025 – The Sandshaker | Left Bill |
| Chayce Beckham | March 23, 2025 – Juana’s Pagodas | Rear Bill |
| Dylan Schneider | March 23, 2025 – Juana’s Pagodas | Right Rear Bill |
| Kelsey Hart | March 23, 2025 – Juana’s Pagodas | Right Rear Bill |
| Chase Matthew | May 22, 2025 – The Wharf | Left Front Bill |
| Keith Urban | May 22, 2025 – The Wharf | Right Bill |
| Alana Springsteen | May 22, 2025 – The Wharf | Left Front Stack |
| Tucker Wetmore | June 28, 2025 – The Wharf | Front Bill |
| Thomas Rhett | June 28, 2025 – The Wharf | Front Bill |
| The Castellos | June 28, 2025 – The Wharf | Right Front Bill |
| Parker McCollum | July 26, 2025 – The Wharf | Right Front Stack |
| Scotty McCreery | September 6 – Wind Creek | Left Front Bill |
| Sawyer Brown | October 18 – Pensacola Fair | Left Front Stack |
| Rodney Atkins | October 20 – Pensacola Fair | Left Rear Stack |
| George Birge | October 26 – Pensacola Fair | Right Dimple |
| Thompson Square | November 23, 2025 – The Saenger | Rear Right Stack |
| Mackenzie Carpenter | November 23, 2025 – The Saenger | Rear Stack |
| Vincent Mason | November 23, 2025 – The Saenger | Rear Bill |
Granger Smith shares his Faith and how God redeemed him
Granger Smith was the featured speaker at Marcus Pointe Baptist Church for the 35th Annual Spirit of Christmas Service on Sunday, December 14 at 10:00 AM! 