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Xavier and Rochelle Howard of Opp announce the birth of their son, Messiah Howard.

He was born on Oct. 1, 2021, at Andalusia Health. He weighed 8 pounds and 1 ounce and was 20 3/4 inches long.

His maternal grandparents are Millie Smith and Roderick Thompson of San Antonio, Texas.

His paternal grandparents are Brian and Tanell Howard of Defuniak Springs, Florida.

His sister is Elly’Anna Howard.

His brothers are Xavier Howard, Jr. and Nathaniel Howard.