Northwest Florida State College

Masked, Bejeweled, and Ready to Rule: Who Will Be Captain Billy 70?

Masked, Bejeweled, and Ready to Rule: Who Will Be Captain Billy 70? Staff Reports June 3, 2025 3:18 pm Events, Fort Walton Beach, Niceville In Brief: The mysterious new Captain Billy 70 will be revealed when the 70th Annual Billy Bowlegs Coronation Pageant sails into Niceville on June 14 at the Mattie Kelly Arts Center. […]

Choctawhatchee Senior Receives P.E.O. STAR Scholarship

Choctawhatchee Senior Receives P.E.O. STAR Scholarship Staff Reports May 22, 2025 11:43 am Charities and Nonprofits, Okaloosa County, Schools and Education In Brief: 🎓 Julissa Lopez, a senior at Choctawhatchee High School, has received a $2,500 STAR Scholarship from the P.E.O. Sisterhood’s Fort Walton Beach chapter. 🏆 The competitive scholarship honors high-achieving young women for […]

Deputy Will May, Others Remembered at Law Enforcement Ceremony

With quiet strength and heartfelt words, the widow of Deputy Will May honored 19 heroes lost in the line of duty — a community remembers, and a promise to never forget is renewed.

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.

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.

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.

Raiders Win Third National Championship in Five Years

Raiders Win Third National Championship in Five Years Christopher Saul April 1, 2025 8:08 pm Sports In Brief: •🏆 Champions Again! Northwest Florida State College wins its third NJCAA title under Coach Bart Walker. •🔥 Clutch Performance! Sophomores Mekhia Chase, Nevaeh Scott, and Kyla McBride led the team, with McBride sinking key shots. •🏀 Down […]