Freeport family rushes six-month-old to Orlando for tricky open-heart surgery.
Abel and Jordyn Albritton are navigating the most difficult challenge a parent can face. Their six-month-old son, Cove, was recently diagnosed with a ventricular septal defect (VSD), a congenital heart condition that will require urgent open-heart surgery. As the family prepares to travel to Orlando for the procedure, they are managing both the emotional weight of their son’s health and the sudden financial burden of hospitalization and care.
Alleged Elder Abuse, Guns, and Felony Charges for Freeport Woman
A Freeport woman is accused of battering her 71-year-old father and illegally possessing firearms despite a prior felony conviction.
Growth, Change, and Opportunity: CHELCO Maps the Future
CHELCO leaders outlined future energy challenges while awarding scholarships and confirming board leadership at their annual meeting.
Saddle up for Westonwood Ranch’s Rodeo!
Howdy Partner! It’s Rodeo Time! Load up Your Wagons and Head on Over to the Westonwood Ranch PCA Rodeo – Friday and Saturday
‘Fired Up’ to Serve Freeport – New Candidacy for Freeport City Council (Seat 5) – Meet Abel Albritton
Firefighter and nonprofit founder Abel Albritton has officially entered the race for Freeport City Council (Seat 5), saying he feels “called to serve” as the city faces rapid growth and infrastructure challenges.
Where Wildlife and Wonder Merge in the Heart of Freeport
The E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center is inviting the community to explore Florida’s wildlife after dark and celebrate conservation with two immersive events this March.
What is Westonwood Ranch?
In today’s world, almost everyone knows a family member, friend, co-worker, or neighbor who has a ‘loved one’ impacted by IDD. On this Daytripper journey, Mid Bay News met Lindy Wood, who is the Founder and Director of Westonwood Ranch. Just as the natural beauty and heart of this thriving and robust community, there is a vision that rests in the heart of a mother (Lindy Wood), determined to see the “individual participant” find greater independence and live to their highest potential.
GALLERY: Christmas 2025 on the Emerald Coast (Send in your photos NOW!)
Merry Christmas to all from Mid Bay News! Here are the photo highlights of the season from around Northwest Florida and the Emerald Coast!
Westonwood Ranch Lands $400K for New Training Center
Westonwood Ranch will move forward with a major expansion after securing $400,000 in state funding to build a new life skills and job training center in Freeport. The project will strengthen vocational training and independence programs for young adults with developmental disabilities while supporting a broader initiative to bring affordable, supportive housing to Northwest Florida.
From Mosquito Control to Managing Noise Levels – Freeport Council is Managing Growth
The Freeport City Council approved a new polling location at the Freeport Community Center, recognized outstanding city employees, discussed mosquito control improvements, and reviewed a proposed ordinance to limit construction noise.
