Niceville Teens Win 2025 Youth Council Excellence Award for Spreading Holiday Cheer to Seniors, Veterans
A group of Niceville high school students made the entire city proud and picked up a statewide award while they were at it. The Florida League of Cities announced that the Niceville Youth Advisory Council is one of three 2025 Youth Council Excellence Award winners. The honor recognizes student-led projects that make a meaningful difference […]
Over 600 Seniors Recognized for Academic Achievement at Annual Anne T. Mitchell Awards Ceremony
The Okaloosa County School District honored 619 graduating seniors from six high schools for achieving high academic distinction during the Anne T. Mitchell Academic Awards Ceremony on April 22 at Northwest Florida State College.
Five Okaloosa JROTC Cadets Receive Scholarships from Air and Space Forces Association
Five JROTC cadets from Okaloosa County high schools were awarded scholarships by the Air and Space Forces Association Eglin Chapter at a ceremony held April 15 at the Air Force Armament Museum.
Niceville High School Boys and Girls Tennis Teams Win District Titles
Niceville High School boys’ and girls’ tennis teams claimed district titles after overcoming earlier player shortages in a JV tournament victory.
Northwest Florida Ballet Académie Opens Auditions for 2025-2026 School Year
Northwest Florida Ballet is holding auditions for its tuition-free Académie program for incoming 3rd and 4th grade students, with registration open through April 24 for tryouts on April 26–27 in Fort Walton Beach.
NWFSC Launches Summer Career Camp for Middle and High School Students
Northwest Florida State College’s Futures Forward Summer Camp will offer local students in grades 8–12 the chance to explore career paths through hands-on training this summer.
Niceville High Big Band Scores Top Marks in First State Jazz MPA Since 1998
Niceville High School’s Big Band received top ratings at the State Jazz MPA in Tallahassee, marking their return to the state event for the first time in nearly three decades.
School District Answers Questions About Mistaken Lockdown at Plew Elementary
A mistaken emergency alert sent to Plew Elementary School parents was the result of human error in the school district’s Apptegy communication platform, prompting a review of protocols.
FDLE Commissioner and NWFSC Alumnus Mark Glass to Deliver Commencement Address
FDLE Commissioner and NWFSC alumnus Mark Glass will deliver the Spring 2025 commencement address at his alma mater during ceremonies scheduled for May 9 in Niceville.
Ruckel and Niceville Cheer and Dance Teams Recognized for State and National Championships
The Okaloosa County School Board recognized Ruckel Middle School and Niceville High School’s cheer and dance teams for winning state and national titles during the 2024–25 competition season.
