WHHW simulcasts its programming on an FM translator, W241CV at 96.1 MHz, broadcasting at a power level of 99 watts.
On February 14, 1983, the station went on the air as WHHR with the call sign referring to Hilton Head Radio.
Monty Jett, formerly morning host on co-owned WLOW, moved to WHHW with its change to "1130 the Island", a soft AC/adult standards format.
In September 2017, Dick Broadcasting announced the purchase of Alpha Media stations in three markets, including Savannah.
On October 4, 2021, WHHW changed its format from oldies to Regional Mexican, branded as "La Pantera 96.1".