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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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77 Million for Mental Health Crisis Response | Dothan News
Huge $77 million federal boost targets mental health, addiction, and suicide prevention nationwide—$22M for substance use prevention, $23.6M for…
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Hot and Humid Ahead | Dothan News
This week’s weather is heating up fast—dry and hot Thursday, then rain rolls in Friday through Saturday as Gulf moisture moves in. Sunday brings a break, but…
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Dothan Police Seek Public Help | Dothan News
Dothan police need your help identifying a person in a released photo—this is an active investigation relying on community eyes. They’re promising complete…
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Youth Basketball Sign-Up Starts Sept 28 | Dothan News
Get your kids on the court! Youth basketball registration in Enterprise opens September 28th and closes October 9th—don’t miss this chance for kids ages 5 to…
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Jury Deadlocked in Lindsay Clancy Trial | Dothan News
The Lindsay Clancy trial hangs in the balance as jurors deadlock after five days, unable to agree on whether she’s criminally responsible for killing her three…
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AI and Cybersecurity at Troy University | Dothan News
Don’t miss Troy University’s Dothan campus free symposium on AI and cybersecurity — the second annual Everett Symposium kicks off Friday, September 18th at 9…
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Free Classical Nights in Dothan | Dothan News
Get ready to experience world-class chamber music for free in Dothan! Camerata Dothan, a new nonprofit bringing professional classical performances to the…
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Man Wanted in Alabama Homicide | Dothan News
Madison police are urgently seeking Jerryone Ja’Quion Patterson, a person of interest in a developing homicide case, as he’s believed to be moving through…
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Kids vs Cops Kickball Fun | Dothan News
Get ready to play, laugh, and connect! The Enterprise Police Department’s annual “Kickin’ It With Cops” event is back this Saturday, October 24th, from 11 AM…
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Apply for $1000 Women of Distinction Scholarship | Dothan News
Applications are now open for the 2026 Women of Distinction Alumnae Scholarship — a $1,000 award for graduating female seniors in Dothan-Houston County who’ve…
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Trump’s Beef Plan and What It Means for You | Dothan News
Trump’s beef blitz aims to slash prices by flooding markets with 300,000 metric tons of imported ground beef—mostly lean trimmings from undisclosed…
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AI's Future at Troy University Symposium | Dothan News
Troy University’s Dothan campus is hosting its second annual symposium on emerging tech, with AI at the forefront—bringing together business, military, law…
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Seniors TP Town in Homecoming Tradition | Dothan News
Seniors in Hartford, Alabama, reignited a 13-year-old homecoming tradition by toilet papering the police and fire stations—prompting cheeky responses from both…
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Tim Curry’s Legacy Lives On | Dothan News
Tim Curry, the legendary actor known for iconic roles like Dr. Frank-N-Furter and Pennywise, passed away at age 73 from coronary artery disease — a condition…
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Report Broken Lights for Safe Halloween | Dothan News
Halloween in Dothan is almost here—trick-or-treating kicks off at 5:30 PM on Oct. 31, with a strict end time to keep things safe and fun. The city’s asking…
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Tragic Crash Claims Life of New Sheriff’s Deputy | Dothan News
A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded in Brevard County, Florida, when 20-year-old Cassi Taylor, newly hired as a civilian corrections assistant with the Indian…
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Kindred Pediatrics: Slower, Smarter Care for Families | Dothan News
A new pediatric practice called Kindred Pediatrics has opened in Dothan, Alabama, offering a refreshing alternative to traditional clinics. Founded by nurse…
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Two Officers Save Choking Baby at School | Dothan News
Two Alabama school resource officers turned lifesavers when they rushed to rescue a choking seven-month-old baby at Dothan High School—using CPR and quick…
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Free Music & Food in Dothan | Dothan News
Dothan’s free music series kicks off Thursday, September 3rd at Porter Park Events Plaza with live tunes from Billy Allen, The Pollies, Ghost River Revival…
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Missing Man in Enterprise Alabama | Dothan News
A 33-year-old man from Enterprise, Alabama, vanished early Monday morning after leaving his home—last seen driving a black 2009 BMW 335i. Police are urgently…
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Missing Man in Enterprise Alabama | Dothan News
A 33-year-old man from Enterprise, Alabama, vanished early Monday morning after leaving his home for work—his phone is off and his black BMW 335I is the last…
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Health Fair with Space Theme & Freebies | Dothan News
Get ready for an out-of-this-world health day! Join the wellness workshop on Wednesday, September 9th, from 8 AM to 2 PM at the Dothan Civic Center Arena —…
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Students Lead, District Listens | Dothan News
Dothan City Schools just launched a bold new initiative: the Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council, a year-long leadership program designed to empower…
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Heat Wave Alert: Stay Cool & Hydrated | Dothan News
Get ready for scorching heat — highs near 95°F with a heat index hitting 100-105°F. Rain chances are slim at just 20% after noon, so no relief in sight…
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Heat Advisories and Storms Ahead | Dothan News
Heat advisories are in effect for Pike and Barbour counties as dry weather holds through the next couple of days — but don’t relax, a moisture-laden wave from…
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SROs Save Baby’s Life at School | Dothan News
Two school resource officers turned lifesavers when a choking infant needed help at Dothan High—using CPR, they saved the baby’s life in a heart-stopping…
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Dothan Students Lead with Purpose | Dothan News
Dothan City Schools just launched their Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council — a bold new program empowering students from 8th to 12th grade with real…
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Swalwell Intercepts at Airport | Dothan News
Former Congressman Eric Swalwell was detained at San Francisco International Airport and had his cellphone seized by FBI agents, sparking renewed scrutiny over…
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Tyler Robinson Faces Death Penalty | Dothan News
Tyler Robinson’s murder trial is set to proceed on an aggravated murder charge, potentially exposing him to the death penalty after a judge ruled prosecutors…
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Enterprise Rescue Teams Up for Breast Cancer | Dothan News
Breast cancer survival rates have soared 44% since 1989, thanks to early detection and better treatments. Enterprise Rescue in South Alabama is stepping up…
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Americans Reject President's Trade Moves | Dothan News
Americans are deeply divided on the president’s bold moves — from renaming Lake Ontario to “Lake America” (63% oppose it) to escalating trade wars with Canada…
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Enterprise Rescue Funds Breast Cancer Research | Dothan News
Enterprise Rescue is rallying support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month with a limited-edition pink T-shirt fundraiser—$25 each, all proceeds going to the…
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Shell to Own 320 Tri Star Stores | Dothan News
Shell’s big move: they’re buying Tri Star Energy outright, snapping up 320+ convenience stores across Tennessee and nearby states — plus 552 more branded…
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Sheriff Seeks Fernandez in Burglary Case | Dothan News
Holmes County deputies are hunting down James Fernandez, wanted for burglary and grand theft after a miter saw vanished from Ander Brown Lane — security…
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Get Ready Together This September | Dothan News
Get ready for emergencies this September during National Preparedness Month as Enterprise joins the federal “American Stand Ready” campaign. Take four simple…
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Write Your Way to Cash Prizes | Dothan News
Students in Geneva County, grades 7–12, can win cash prizes by submitting essays on the connection between farm and city life—deadline October 2nd. Email…
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Fake Health Inspector Caught in Dothan | Dothan News
They finally caught the guy in Dothan, Alabama, who was posing as a health inspector—Kylin Hudson, arrested on impersonation charges. He’d been trolling…
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Calese Crowder’s Parole Violation | Dothan News
A California man with a history of public misconduct is back in custody after being caught again sniffing women’s butts in Glendale. Calese Crowder, 39, a…
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Donkey Shot During Missing Person Search | Dothan News
A baby donkey named HeeHaw was fatally shot during a police search for a missing teen in Georgia—leading to an immediate investigation by the state agriculture…
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Scholarships for Alabama Students | Dothan News
Energy Southeast is pumping over $3.6 million into the future with their Power Up Scholarship Program, offering up to 44 $2,500 awards to graduating high…
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Coffee Chat & Deals in Dothan | Dothan News
Coffee Chat & Deals in Dothan | Dothan News
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FDA Clears PFAS in Medical Devices | Dothan News
FDA clears the air on PFAS in medical devices—revealing that big-molecule fluoropolymers used in implants, stents, and dressings are safe, thanks to their size…
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Jeffries Slams Loomer’s Racist Outburst | Dothan News
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has slammed conservative influencer Laura Loomer for vicious, racist attacks on Black women in politics, calling her a…
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Dothan’s Free Concert Series Kicks Off | Dothan News
Dothan’s kicking off a free, monthly concert series at Porter Park Plaza this September — four Thursday night shows packed with local talent spanning jazz…
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New Sidewalks for Safer Walks | Dothan News
Bellwood Road gets a major sidewalk upgrade—5,000 feet to connect the bypass and Geneva Highway, plus 520 feet on George C. Wallace Drive linking to the rec…
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Houston County Sheriff Warns About Jury Duty Scams | Dothan News
Houston County Sheriff’s Office warns: If you’re asked to pay for jury duty, warrants, or bail via phone, text, or email — it’s a scam. They’ll never demand…
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Tolkien Con at Ozark Library | Dothan News
Step into Middle-earth this September at the Ozark Dale County Library’s Tolkien Con—dress as your favorite fantasy character, vote for the best costume, sip…
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Alabama STEM Dashboard Upgrade | Dothan News
Alabama’s STEM Council just launched an upgraded online dashboard giving parents, teachers, and workforce professionals a real-time snapshot of how students…
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Alabama Keeps Dolly Parton’s Book Legacy Alive | Dothan News
Dolly Parton’s legacy lives on in Alabama as Governor Kay Ivey champions her Imagination Library, which has mailed over three million free books to kids across…
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Labor Day Safety Alert from ALEA | Dothan News
Labor Day weekend is here, and Alabama’s Law Enforcement Agency is sounding the alarm: safety must come first as summer travel collides with football season…
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Florida Counties Shut Down License Plate Readers | Dothan News
Four Florida Panhandle counties are shutting down their automated license plate reader systems after state regulators banned them from state roadways, citing…
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Family Battles Tornado and Premature Baby | Dothan News
A family’s world is turned upside down: their son Seth, born at 27 weeks, needs critical care in Birmingham while they’ve lost their home to a tornado. With…
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Storm Edouard Heads for Texas Coast | Dothan News
Tropical Storm Edouard is barreling toward Texas and Louisiana, possibly strengthening to hurricane levels by Tuesday—flooding is the top concern as…
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Heat and Humidity on the Way | Dothan News
Hot and humid weather sticks around through the week, with temps hitting 95° and “feels like” readings soaring to 105-110° by Thursday and Friday as moisture…
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Jury Deadlocked in Lindsay Clancy Case | Dothan News
The jury in the Lindsay Clancy case is deadlocked after four days of deliberation, unable to reach a unanimous verdict on whether she lacked criminal…
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State Farm Case Returns to Dothan Courts | Dothan News
Dothan homeowners are winning a major legal battle against State Farm as their roof damage case returns to Houston County courts — a victory after the…
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Trump Warns Against Rejecting AI Data Centers | Dothan News
Trump’s warning: reject AI data centers, and you’re choosing poverty. He’s framing the debate as a make-or-break moment for local economies, urging communities…
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Stretcher Thief Caught Across States | Dothan News
Two funeral homes in Ozark, Alabama lost stretchers worth over $15,000—until cops tracked down the thief all the way in Florida. Using security footage and…
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77-Year-Old Volunteer Teacher Arrested | Dothan News
A 77-year-old volunteer teacher at a Dothan, Alabama elementary school got arrested after allegedly assaulting a 10-year-old student over Pokémon cards…
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Lionel Richie Hospitalized After Show | Dothan News
Lionel Richie hit a snag on stage at The Muny in St. Louis, pulling a quick hospital stop after feeling off during his final song — even requesting a chair…