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New Year’s baby born at Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast at 1:16 a.m.

Walton County's first baby of 2026
Photos courtesy of Ascension Florida

Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast Family Birth Place celebrated the new year with the arrival of baby Merritt at 1:16 a.m. in Walton County.

Parents Jordan and Steele Taylor said the baby’s gender was a surprise — mom had thought she was going to have a boy.

Little Merritt is 6 pounds 8 ounces.

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Michael L. Cobb commented on WordroW: February 13, 2026
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“To me this is what being a good citizen is about. I commend the Moose Lodge organization for its charitable efforts and hope other organizations will emulate them. Thank you.”
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“Eglin is over reaching with directives and limiting access to Eglin (actually taxpayer) property. I fully agree with E Robbeloth (see his comment). I witness unbelievable reckless driving on base...”
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“The Moose charities do so much for children. Thanks to all the members for continuing to support them.”
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Michael L. Cobb commented on WordroW: February 12, 2026
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“Only phones without cameras on-base .”
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“How are your protections being taken away? When you are on a Military base You are protected! My Dad - CMSGT Fought in the Korean War a gave 23yrs at...”
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