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Dothan News Today is your daily source for the latest headlines and stories shaping Dothan and Alabama’s Wiregrass region. From local government and business developments to healthcare, agriculture, public safety, education, economic growth, community events, and everything happening across Houston County, we bring you the news that matters most—in just a few minutes each weekday. Whether you're a longtime resident, a newcomer, or simply want to stay connected to one of Southeast Alabama’s…
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Dothan Construction Alert September 21 | Dothan News
Construction kicks off Monday, Sept. 21, at Main and Oates in Dothan—part of the City Hall relocation—with lane closures expected for six weeks. Expect delays…
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Fort Rucker Oktoberfest This Friday | Dothan News
Fort Rucker’s annual Oktoberfest is kicking off this Friday, September 25th, from 4:30 PM to 9:30 PM at The Landing — a free, family-friendly bash packed with…
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South Alabama Pride Festival Guide | Dothan News
Get ready to celebrate community, color, and culture at the South Alabama Pride Festival this Saturday—free admission, music, drag shows, bingo, and more, all…
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Dothan Hosts Free Senior Tennis Championships | Dothan News
Dothan’s about to get a major tennis fix—two hundred players from across Alabama are converging at Westgate Tennis Center for the USTA Alabama Sixty-Five and…
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Jeffery Lee Executed After 20-Year Wait | Dothan News
Alabama executed Jeffery Lee yesterday, September 17th, for the 1998 double murder of Jimmy Ellis and Elaine Thompson during a pawn shop robbery — a case that…
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Three Guilty Verdicts in Coffee and Pike Counties | Dothan News
Three jury trials ended in guilty verdicts across Coffee and Pike counties, targeting retail theft and a fraudulent fire protection contract. In Enterprise…
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USTA Alabama 65+ Tennis Championships | Dothan News
Tennis fans, get ready—Dothan, Alabama, is hosting the USTA Alabama 65 and Over Championships, featuring over 200 players battling it out at Westgate Tennis…
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Three Convictions for Theft and Deception | Dothan News
Three guilty verdicts in court send a clear message: cheating the system won’t fly. In Coffee County, Hope Garzarek and Michael Duncan were convicted for…
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Downtown Dothan’s Future Starts Now | Dothan News
Downtown Dothan is officially rolling up its sleeves to revitalize the heart of the city, joining Main Street Alabama with a bold new strategic plan. Residents…
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Give Hope This Christmas | Dothan News
This holiday season, City Hope is rallying Houston and Henry county communities to bring joy to foster kids by sponsoring Christmas gifts and experiences…
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Shiloh Residents Challenge Flooding Plan | Dothan News
Shiloh residents are furious as ALDOT pushes forward with a flooding project they say was rushed and ignored their voices—after only one homeowner was…
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Mrs. Sullivan’s Legacy in Geneva Schools | Dothan News
A beloved educator from Geneva City Schools, Jan Sullivan, has passed away after a brief illness. Known for her unwavering dedication to students at James A…
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Scribble Bots Bring Engineering to Life | Dothan News
Get ready for a hands-on engineering adventure at The Carver School—Auburn University engineers are bringing the fun with “Scribble Bots,” tiny mechanical art…
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Ozark Alabama Declares Suicide Prevention Month | Dothan News
Ozark, Alabama is declaring September 26 as National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, urging the community to come together with compassion and action…
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Free Rabies Shots for Pets in Coffee County | Dothan News
Don’t miss this free rabies vaccination clinic for pets in Coffee County—held Saturday, October 17th, from 8 AM to noon at the Enterprise Civic Center. Hosted…
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Covington County Alerts Upgrade | Dothan News
Covington County’s emergency alert system is getting a major upgrade—don’t miss out! If you’re already signed up, you’ll need to re-register to keep receiving…
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Wiregrass Businesses Shine in 2026 Awards | Dothan News
Forty Alabama small businesses, including several from the Wiregrass region, are finalists for the 2026 Alabama Small Business Awards—honoring hustle…
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Geneva Gets $200K for Wastewater Fix | Dothan News
Geneva’s wastewater system is getting a $200,000 lifeline thanks to a federal emergency grant, aimed at replacing a failing holding tank that’s been causing…
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Data Centers Pay for Their Power | Dothan News
A new bill, the Ratepayer Protection Act, is poised to reshape how states like Alabama handle electricity costs for massive data centers—forcing tech giants to…
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Greek Street Heads to Brick-and-Mortar | Dothan News
Greek Street’s popular food truck is upgrading to a full restaurant inside the Health Center South Medical Tower—yes, right next to Eye Center South. They’re…
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Marianna Downtown Glow-Up Event | Dothan News
Downtown Marianna is getting a major makeover—join the community cleanup and beautification event on Saturday, October 24th, from 8 AM to noon at Regions Park…
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U.S. 231 Reopens After Morning Crash | Dothan News
Major multi-vehicle crash on U.S. Highway 231 in Dale County this morning has been cleared — all lanes are now open after initial closures and detours…
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Wiregrass Weather Shifts This Weekend | Dothan News
Wiregrass is basking in cool, sunny weather now—with highs near 90°F and low humidity for a nice feel. But don’t relax: temps climb into the low to mid-90s by…
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Halloween Pickleball Tournament in Opp | Dothan News
Get ready to smash pickleballs and scare up some fun at the Opp Rotary Club’s second annual Halloween pickleball tournament—coming Saturday, October 31st at 9…
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Shiloh Floods Worsen After Failed Fix | Dothan News
Shiloh residents are furious after a costly flood mitigation project backfired, turning their streets into stagnant water traps teeming with snakes and frogs —…
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Glasgow’s Unfiltered Faith Documentary | Dothan News
A raw, truth-telling documentary from activist Glasgow is set to drop soon, promising an unfiltered look at faith — not as a fairy tale, but as a messy, human…
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Dothan Declares Childhood Cancer Awareness Month | Dothan News
Dothan Declares Childhood Cancer Awareness Month | Dothan News
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Coach Suspended, School Appeals | Dothan News
Carroll High’s football coach Steve McLendon is suspended for two games after an on-field altercation during a September 11th game against Andalusia, prompting…
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Florida Man Naps in Car With Meth | Dothan News
A Florida man got busted napping behind the wheel in the middle of the road, with a backpack full of meth and a glass pipe in his car. Now facing serious…
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Carroll High Coach Suspended After Game Scuffle | Dothan News
Carroll High School and head coach Steve McLendon are facing serious consequences after a scuffle erupted during their game against Andalusia High School…
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Sheriff Seeks Public Help IDing Mysterious Car | Dothan News
A white four-door sedan with suspiciously dark tinted windows is the focus of a major tip request from the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office — they believe this…
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Geneva County Job Fair & Boot Camp | Dothan News
Level up your career in Geneva County with a major job fair and free boot camp! The job fair hits Tuesday, Sept. 22, at the Geneva County Farm Center…
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Fall Break Camp for Wiregrass Kids | Dothan News
Fall Break Camp is here for Wiregrass kids — a full week of autumn fun from Oct 5–9, packed with games, arts & crafts, and field trips across Walton, Westgate…
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Alabama Forensics Gets Opioid Tech Boost | Dothan News
Alabama’s forensic lab just landed a $262,770 federal grant to upgrade its opioid and synthetic drug testing capabilities—equipping morgues with cutting-edge…
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Alabama Conservation Leadership Transition | Dothan News
After 30 years of dedicated service, Alabama’s top conservation official Chris Blankenship is stepping down, leaving behind a legacy of major investments in…
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Tree-of-Heaven Threat to Alabama | Dothan News
Alabama’s natural spots are under threat from the invasive Tree-of-Heaven — a fast-growing tree that’s also a prime hangout for the spotted lanternfly, which…
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Dothan Extends City Manager’s Contract | Dothan News
Dothan, Alabama’s city commission just gave longtime city manager Randy Morris a two-year contract extension—unanimously and ahead of schedule—setting his…
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Every Life Matters This Suicide Prevention Month | Dothan News
This month is Suicide Prevention Month — a powerful reminder that every life matters and no one should face hardship alone. Communities are rallying to break…
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Run for Turkey at Highlands Elementary | Dothan News
Thanksgiving morning just got a run — Highlands Elementary’s second annual Turkey Trot 5K & kids’ fun run is happening Nov. 26 at Westgate Trail, with turkeys…
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Dothan Utility Scam Alert | Dothan News
Scammers are flooding Dothan with fake texts claiming your power’s about to be cut off—don’t fall for it. These messages, pretending to be from Dothan…
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Kitty Kottage Opens Doors for Cats | Dothan News
Kitty Kottage Dothan just made a big splash with its official Chamber of Commerce ribbon-cutting — and it’s all about giving cats and kittens a second chance…
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Autumn Flirts, Then Storms Roll In | Dothan News
Autumn vibes are teasing us—but don’t get too hopeful. After a warm-up to near 90°F this week, we’ll dip cool Thursday morning into the 60s before temps climb…
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Heatwave Alert for Pets and People | Dothan News
Heat’s brewing for the next few days, with temps hitting the high 80s and clear skies—no rain in sight. Pets need extra care: hydrate, avoid midday walks, and…
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Fake Utility Texts Alert | Dothan News
Scammers are flooding phones with fake utility shutdown alerts designed to scare you into calling or replying—don’t fall for it. These social engineering…
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Alabama Pushes Huntsville for Space Academy | Dothan News
Alabama lawmakers are rallying behind Huntsville as the ideal home for the new U.S. Space Academy, leveraging the city’s deep space heritage, NASA ties…
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Support Survivors at Bluebird & Bookmarks | Dothan News
Join Bethesda House for Bluebird & Bookmarks on October 6th at Bluebird Coffee—where you can sip a drink, craft two bookmarks, and enter a raffle featuring…
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Speed Limit Still 45 MPH on Hwy 84 | Dothan News
Drivers on Highway Eighty-Four, even without the cones and barrels in sight, must still slow to 45 mph—construction is far from over. The Level Plains Police…
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Shooting at Alabama Hospital Linked to Property Dispute | Dothan News
A shocking early morning shooting in Dothan, Alabama, leaves one man critically wounded after being fired upon while getting into a car on North Oates Street —…
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Democrats Demand AI Rules Now | Dothan News
House Democrats are sounding the alarm, insisting AI companies can’t police themselves and demanding federal rules to protect the public — a stark contrast to…
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Genomics 101 for Everyone | Dothan News
HudsonAlpha Institute is bringing genomics to the people with a free, no-jargon crash course called “HudsonAlpha U: Genomics 101” in Dothan, Alabama — perfect…
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K9 Sniffs Out Major Drug Bust | Dothan News
A K9 named Vojak made a game-changing alert during a routine traffic stop in Crestview, leading deputies to discover 18 grams of fentanyl and 7 grams of…
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Shaw Charged After Deadly Property Incident | Dothan News
A 57-year-old man named David Tyrone Shaw is facing first-degree assault charges after allegedly firing two shots at another person early Tuesday morning, one…
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Scammers Targeting Peanut Festival Vendors | Dothan News
Scammers are targeting festival-goers with fake vendor approval emails, demanding payments via Cash App, Venmo, or PayPal—don’t fall for it. Official vendor…
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Honoring POWs and MIAs at Fort Rucker | Dothan News
Fort Rucker honors POWs and MIAs in a solemn, annual ceremony this Friday at 8:30 AM in Veterans Park — a powerful tribute to their courage, resilience, and…
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Man Amputated Foot After Train Incident | Dothan News
A man suffered a complete foot amputation after attempting to crawl under a moving train in Dothan, Alabama—first responders raced to the scene, applying a…
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Two Arrested in Morgan Square Mall Shooting | Dothan News
Two suspects now face charges in the August 7th shooting at Morgan Square Mall—18-year-old Jeremiah Jones, arrested by Daleville PD on attempted murder, joins…
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Dothan Crash Closes Alabama 605 | Dothan News
A major multi-vehicle crash shut down Alabama 605 near Dothan Tuesday afternoon, forcing evacuations and detours as troopers investigated the scene—drivers are…
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Jeff Dunham Brings Inappropriate Contact Tour to Dothan | Dothan News
Jeff Dunham’s “Inappropriate Contact Tour” is coming to Dothan Civic Center on February 20, 2027 — featuring his legendary puppet crew including Walter…
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Teen Arrested in August Mall Shooting | Dothan News
An 18-year-old, Jeremiah Shantavion Jones, is now facing attempted murder charges tied to a shooting at Morgan Square Mall on August 7th. The Enterprise PD…