Ponder Highlights Maritime, Innovation Initiatives At Walton Chamber Lunch
Northwest Florida State College President Mel Ponder recently unveiled a bold strategic plan at the Walton Area Chamber’s Power of Business Lunch. With new investments in maritime training, hospitality, public safety, and engineering pathways, the college is aggressively aligning its curriculum with regional economic demands to transform students’ future success.
DeSantis Awards NWFSC $3 Million for New Maritime Training Center
Northwest Florida State College is set to expand its workforce training offerings after Gov. Ron DeSantis announced a $3 million investment Monday for a new Maritime Fabrication Training Center on the college’s Niceville campus. The approximately 4,000-square-foot facility will be designed to prepare students for high-demand careers in composite fabrication, testing and industrial pipefitting. NWFSC […]
Engineering Dreams Stay Local with NWFSC’s New UWF Partnership
Northwest Florida State College has received state approval to offer four new engineering transfer degree pathways, allowing students to complete a bachelor’s degree through the University of West Florida without leaving Northwest Florida. The partnership aims to strengthen the region’s engineering workforce while making higher education more affordable.
380 Students, One Big Message: Success Doesn’t Look Just One Way
Okaloosa County Schools honored 380 seniors during its largest CTE Signing Day, highlighting students headed to college, careers, and military service.
Okaloosa County opens Florida’s first glowing bike path between Brooks Bridge and East Pass Park
Okaloosa County opens Florida’s first glowing bike path between Brooks Bridge and East Pass Park Staff Reports October 23, 2025 2:55 pm Uncategorized In Brief: 🌌 Glow trail opens: Florida’s first photoluminescent path now connects Brooks Bridge to East Pass Park.🚴 Safer recreation: The 4.4-mile trail honors cyclists lost on U.S. 98.🌿 Sustainable design: Built […]
Hundreds gather in Fort Walton Beach to honor Charlie Kirk
Hundreds gathered in Fort Walton Beach for a vigil honoring Charlie Kirk, joining nationwide memorials following his killing in Utah.
Patt Maney Returns to Okaloosa County, Highlights Legislative Wins and New Committee Roles
Rep. Patt Maney returned to Okaloosa County after an extended legislative session in Tallahassee, where he highlighted more than $23 million in local funding secured, new state laws he helped pass, and his 2026 committee assignments, including chairing the Justice Budget Subcommittee.
PHOTOS: A Look Inside The Remodeled NWFSC Nursing School
Northwest Florida State College’s $40 million nursing school expansion promises to double the region’s nursing graduates and ease Florida’s ongoing healthcare worker shortage.
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.
NWF Raiders Celebrate National Championship Win
They lost big on their home court, turned it around, then brought a national title back to Niceville—see how the Raiders greats celebrated with the fans and teammates.
