Okaloosa Technical College Places 55th at National Competition
Okaloosa Technical College Places 55th at National Competition Staff Reports May 30, 2024 2:01 pm Schools and Education /*! elementor – v3.21.0 – 26-05-2024 */ .elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px} In Brief: Okaloosa Technical College (OTC) ranked 55th in the nation in the Spring 2024 National Cyber League Competition among 7,412 college-level competitors. […]
State Representative Patt Maney Travels to Texas to Learn About Border Security
Representative Pat Maney Travels to Texas to Learn About Border Security Staff Reports May 29, 2024 8:17 pm Government In Brief: State Representative Patt Maney of Florida is visiting Texas with a delegation to learn about Texas’ border security and efforts against illegal immigration. The trip, which is privately funded, aims to explore potential collaborative […]
NWFSC Baseball Closes In On World Series With Statement Win
Colby Jones and the Northwest Florida State Raiders capitalized on the thinner air and higher elevation of Grand Junction, Colorado, to secure a commanding 13-4 win over Shelton State in the NJCAA Baseball Tournament on Monday. Jones’ stellar performance, featuring two home runs and seven RBIs, was pivotal in overturning an early 3-0 deficit and propelling the Raiders further in the tournament.
PHOTO GALLERY: Niceville High School Graduation 2024
Congratulations to the graduates of Niceville High School’s 2024 Class! Starting their journey amid the COVID-19 pandemic, these students have shown resilience and excellence. Their collective achievements include an A rating for Niceville High School, multiple state championships for the Eagle Track Team, and a 1,000-point career milestone for senior basketball player Anna Kimball. From state champions in cheerleading to a memorable performance at the Tournament of Roses Parade, the Class of 2024 leaves a legacy of success and pride.
PFLAG Niceville Reveals 2024 Pride Day Schedule
Emerald Coast Pride is set to kick off Pride Month with a celebration at the Niceville Community Center on Saturday, June 1. The event promises a full day of family-friendly activities, entertainment, and inclusivity, including games, crafts, food trucks, and a DJ.
Emerald Coast Open Helps Control Invasive Lionfish
The Emerald Coast Open lionfish tournament, held from May 17-19, saw divers remove 11,844 invasive lionfish from the Gulf of Mexico throughout the event. Participants competed for $125,000 in prizes, with winners including VJL Seafood, Deep Water Mafia El Gato Negro, Lookin’ Back, and Bob Brown. The tournament also featured the Lionfish Festival and Restaurant Week, promoting conservation and culinary innovation with lionfish dishes.
New Opportunities For NWFSC and FAMU Pharmacy Students
New opportunities will soon be available to Northwest Florida State College students. Dr. Larose, the Founding Campus Dean, Director, and Professor of Pharmacy Practice at Florida A&M University (FAMU) College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences Institute of Public Health, Durell Peaden, Jr. Rural Pharmacy Education Campus in Crestview, recently announced that FAMU College of Pharmacy and NWFSC will soon sign a 2+4 Articulation Agreement.
The agreement will provide FAMU pharmacy students with on-campus housing at NWFSC and ensure that NWFSC students are smoothly admitted into FAMU College of Pharmacy.
Can You Hear ‘Em? Eglin Roars to Life for Night Flights.
The 58th Fighter Squadron will perform night flying operations over Eglin Air Force Base and surrounding areas on May 20-22 between 8 p.m. and 11 p.m. Night flying is an essential requirement for the 58th Fighter Squadron training operations. However, night operations could mean a couple of evenings littered with the roar of aircraft flying overhead for civilians.
Okaloosa County Gets Damage Recap After Storm
Residents of Okaloosa County were jolted awake early this morning as a powerful storm system unleashed its fury across the region. With winds reaching speeds of up to 70 mph and lightning illuminating the sky, the community found itself grappling with the aftermath of nature’s wrath.
NWFSC Launches Entrepreneurship Program For High Schoolers
Northwest Florida State College introduces the ELM Youth Program, providing high school students in Okaloosa and Walton counties with opportunities in entrepreneurship, leadership, and mentorship. Designed for rising juniors and seniors, the program offers workshops, community engagement, and a focus on building future leaders.
