Claim: From KKZZ-FM, KGMX changed its call letters to KGMX on February 14, 1990, and was nominated for a Crystal Radio Award (which is presented annually by the National Association of Broadcasters to American radio stations) in 1994.
Evidence: The station first signed on October 28, 1970 as KOTE. On May 24, 1983, KOTE changed its call sign to KKZZ-FM. The station changed its call letters to KGMX on February 14, 1990 to accompany its new adult contemporary format, branded "K-Mix". KGMX was nominated for a Crystal Radio Award in 1994 for its community service efforts. The NAB Crystal Radio Awards are presented annually by the National Association of Broadcasters to American radio stations.