In February 1988, WZLD became WYYS with the "Yes 97" moniker. The format remained Top 40, this time with a lean toward dance music.
WZLD underwent a name change in February 1988, becoming WYYS with the "Yes 97" moniker. The station's music format continued as Top 40, but it started to focus more on upbeat and energetic tracks that appealed to a dance-oriented audience.