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Gayfers to Dillard's, Parisian to Belk: Wiregrass Commons Mall in Dothan, AL and the wait for what comes next
Wiregrass Commons Mall opened on August 6, 1986, as an enclosed regional mall at 900 Commons Drive in northwest Dothan, Alabama. It went up on the north side of the city's main shopping corridor, where U.S. Highway 231, called Montgomery Highway on that stretch, meets the Ross Clark Circle area.
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Dothan mom didn’t feed, seek care for son, police say
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - A 25-year-old Dothan woman faces child abuse charges after authorities say she refused to feed her child or seek necessary medical care. According to charging documents, Kendell Alexis Jones failed to provide nourishment and medical treatment for her son. Investigators allege Jones also refused to take the child for surgery needed to maintain his feeding tube.
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Infant airlifted to UAB after CPR in Dothan
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) — An incident on South Oates Street in Dothan has gained traction on social media, after first responders administered CPR on an infant. Dothan police responded to South Oates Street around noon Thursday after receiving a call about a baby experiencing a medical issue. Dothan Police Department (DPD), Dothan Fire Department (DFD) […]
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A look back at day one of the National Peanut Festival
Dothan, Ala. (WDHN)– The 82nd Annual National Peanut Festival has officially kicked off, and festival-goers are coming in to experience what it has to offer. The National Peanut Festival has a lot to show for it, whether it’s rides, food, or games. It also includes the new skyline attraction, which carries festival-goers over the fairgrounds […]
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Southeast Health Performs 500th TAVR Procedure
Dothan, Ala. (WDNews) — Southeast Health Medical Center performed its 500th successful transcatheter aortic valve replacement Thursday, Nov. 5, according to the hospital. Dr. Charles Eugene Mayes Jr., a cardiologist, and Dr. Steven F. Johnson, a cardiothoracic surgeon, performed the procedure in the medical center’s catheterization lab. Both physicians are with the Southeast Health Cardiovascular Institute.
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Alabama Court Upholds Houston County Murder Conviction
DOTHAN, Ala. — An appeals court has upheld the capital murder conviction of a Dothan man serving life without parole for killing his former girlfriend in Webb. Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced Friday, Nov. 6, that the Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals affirmed the conviction of Benjamin Adam Nowell, 39. The court issued its decision Oct. 30.
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Family of trick-or-treater hit by car on Halloween speaks out
Dothan, Ala. (WDHN)– Halloween is a time when most kids look forward to trick-or-treating and enjoying the day. But for the Grubbs family, their first time trick-or-treating turned into a day that changed their lives forever. A 13-year-old girl was out with her family and friends around 5:15 p.m. in the afternoon on Halloween, trick-or-treating […]
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Bargain Hunters Agree That This Colossal Alabama Flea Market Is Better Than Costco
There’s a place in Dothan, Alabama where the deals are so good they feel slightly irresponsible, and its name is Sadie’s Flea Market. Once you visit, every other shopping trip you take will feel like it’s missing something important. Here’s the thing about great flea markets that...
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Retired Dothan employee must wait to confront those who forged his name
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) -While Larry Patrick was enjoying retirement, his name continued to appear on federal documents tied to a city nutrition program he once administered. He says he had no idea his electronic signature was being used. Attorneys have agreed to delay the civil trial scheduled to begin last...
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2026 National Peanut Festival: Events, showtimes, admission and more
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) — The 82nd National Peanut Festival is kicking off this weekend! Here is what you need to know about events, showtimes, and admission. FESTIVAL HOURS AND ADMISSION Festival closes at 10 p.m. each day except for Sunday, November 9. Rides close around 11 p.m., except for Saturdays, when they close around midnight. […]
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82nd National Peanut Festival opens Friday in Dothan with Skylift, bigger names for concerts
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) -The 82nd National Peanut Festival opens Friday in Dothan and runs through Sunday, Nov. 15, with a revamped midway, new spectator events, bigger concerts and a new ride called the Skylift. Friday marks opening day for one of the Wiregrass’s longest-running traditions. Gates are opening later on...
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Dothan Police Searching for Missing 15-Year-Old
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) — The Dothan Police Department is asking for the public’s help locating 15-year-old Elijah Emmanuel Graham, who was last seen Oct. 31 near East Newton Street in Dothan. According to police, Graham was last seen by his grandfather during the nighttime hours. He was wearing...
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The 2026 National Peanut Festival in a nutshell
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - The 82nd National Peanut Festival is finally here and it is time to head out to the Fairgrounds and enjoy a fun atmosphere with great food, great music, exciting entertainment and rides and so much more. We know there is a lot to get ready for...