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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...

Dothan, AL · 2d
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Grammy-winning rapper and his family to perform at these 3 Alabama HBCUs

A Grammy-winning hip hop legend is making his way to two Alabama HBCUs this month. T.I. will be the Grand Marshal for the Tuskegee Homecoming parade, which begins at the Lincoln Gates at 9 a.m. Nov. 7. Afterward, the rapper will head to Cleve L. Abbott Memorial Alumni Stadium where he will join the Marching Crimson Pipers Band for a halftime performance during the homecoming football showdown against Miles College. Kickoff is set for 2 p.m. Tickets for both the game and parking are available online.

Tuskegee, AL · 1d
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Your Guide to Peanut Festival’s Opening Weekend

DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) — The National Peanut Festival opens Friday, Nov. 6, with rides, live music and family activities. Visitors have until Thursday, Nov. 5, to buy a $38 MegaPass that combines admission and unlimited rides for one day. The festival runs through Nov. 15 at the fairgrounds, 5622...

Dothan, AL · 3d
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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 […]

Dothan, AL · 16h

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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. […]

Dothan, AL · 13h

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Chapter Chat: "Slaughterhouse-Five" by Kurt Vonnegut

Dothan Houston County Library director Chris Warren shares more about this intriguing semi-autobiographic science fiction-infused novel.

Dothan, AL · 1d

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Exclusive interview: Theo of Golden author and Columbus native Allen Levi talks about the novel, faith, and kindness

Hamilton, Ga. (WTVM) - Allen Levi, a former lawyer, judge and traveling musician who is now a tree farmer and the author of the national bestselling book “Theo of Golden,” sat down on two logs in the woods of his property in Hamilton for an interview on “Run The Race.”

Columbus, GA · 2d

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MILITARY MATTERS: People Invited To Vets Events in Chattahoochee Valley Before And After Veterans Day

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Veterans Day is less than a week away. And one in 10 people who live in Columbus are former military service members. There are at least a half dozen events happening in the Fountain City and East Alabama before, on, or after that holiday. Marching bands...

Columbus, GA · 2d

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‘A big step.' Columbus 10-year-old plays NAACP leader's daughter in feature film

This year, 10-year-old Nova Biggers , a Columbus actress who goes by her stage name Nova Valentina, made her feature film debut. In the 2026 historical thriller “By Any Means,” a film about the investigation into the 1966 firebombing murder of Mississippi NAACP leader Vernon Dahmer Sr., Nova played a young Bettie Dahmer , Vernon’s only daughter. The historical thriller released in theaters Sept. 4. It’s directed by Elegance Bratton , producer of the reality TV show “My House” and director of the documentary “Pier Kids,” and stars Emmy Award-winning actor Yahya Abdul-Mateen II beside Mark Wahlberg . Nova has lived in Columbus her entire life and began acting and modeling when she was 3 years old. She has appeared in commercials for Wayfair, Purina, Target and Rooms To Go. Three years ago, she started auditioning for movies and shows. In March, Nova earned a callback to play young Bettie Dahmer, Vernon Dahmer’s daughter, in “By Any Means.” Nova listened to “Boots on the Ground,” a song by 803Fresh, before the callback to hype herself up and get rid of nerves. “It’s crazy how she just turns it on when she does the callbacks,” Antonio Biggers, Nova’s father, told the

Columbus, GA · 5d

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The Alien, the Witch and the Wardrobe

The Muscogee Queer drag show on Oct. 24 had it all: a phenomenal “Rocketman,” a terrifyingly cute green alien, and a gorgeous witch of a host who threatened to stomp us if we got a little too handsy. It was chaotic, deeply affectionate, and was the perfect reminder of why the Muscogee Queer community is so special.

Muscogee County, GA · 4d

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This Historic Georgia Jail Is Now One Of The State’s Most Fascinating Museums

The sheriff and his family once lived downstairs, while the inmates slept in cells right above their heads. I can’t imagine a stranger commute to work. Talk about bringing the job home. That building kept doing jail duty until 1992. Now it holds old uniforms, vintage dresses, firefighter history,...

Barnesville, GA · 4d

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Third annual Veteran’s Day Community Event to honor veterans, active-duty members and families

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Goodwill Industries of the Southern Rivers is preparing for their third annual Veteran’s Day Community Event to honor veterans, active-duty members and their families, offering various resources and career opportunities. According to Goodwill officials, this annual event pays homage to the many veterans, active-duty members, transitioning service members, military spouses and […]

Columbus, GA · 4d

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Columbus Celebrates Opening of John D. Allen Judicial Center With Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

The Columbus Consolidated Government and the Courts of Muscogee County marked a significant milestone Friday, Oct. 30, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the John D. Allen Judicial Center and honoring the legacy of the late Judge John D. Allen. The ceremony, held at 1:30 p.m., brought together local government officials,...

Columbus, GA · 8d

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World premiere of ‘Shadowed’ shown at Rylander Theatre

The film “Shadowed” premiered at the Rylander Theatre on Oct. 30. In addition to many local sites, the film showcased the talent of many actors familiar to those who have […]

Sumter County, GA · 7d

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Local fire departments hosting Halloween events across East Alabama

Multiple East Alabama fire departments hosting Halloween events on October 31 with candy, costumes, fire trucks, and trick-or-treating. Events run 4-10 p.m. across various locations; Fort Mitchell offering costume contest with $75 prize to community families. Several fire departments across the Chattahoochee Valley are inviting families to celebrate Halloween with...

Fort Mitchell, AL · 7d

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Fountain City Classic Announces $33,000 in Scholarships for 29 Students, Invites Community to Close the Gap Golf Classic

Twenty-nine students have received a combined $33,000 through the Fountain City Classic Scholarship Award earlier this year. As the Classic celebrates these scholars, it is inviting golfers, alumni, businesses, and education advocates to help students address the unexpected costs that can arise on the path to a degree. The inaugural...

Columbus, GA · 8d

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Columbus 10-year-old boxer to appear on ‘Jennifer Hudson Show’

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - A 10-year-old amateur boxer known as “Dreco” is set to appear on the “Jennifer Hudson Show” Wednesday and is training for USA Boxing Nationals in Louisiana in December. Adriel Simmons, a Columbus fifth grader, is also a cross-country runner and a social...

Columbus, GA · 11d

Columbus Ledger-Enquirer

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Haunted Fort Benning: a new book explores the post's spookiest stories

How does an author who doesn’t believe in ghosts write a book about the haunted history of Fort Benning? Bridgett Sharp Siter ’s newest book, “ Haunted Fort Benning : Murder, Mystery and Mayhem on the South’s Most Colorful Army Post,” explores the area’s eerie past and retells stories about haunted porches, wandering spirits and murders that were never solved. Siter spoke to the Ledger-Enquirer about her time at Fort Benning, how she became a ghost storyteller who doesn’t believe in ghosts, and how all these stories made it into her book. For more than two decades, Siter worked at Fort Benning in the Morale, Wellness and Recreation (MWR) Department before moving to the Maneuver Capability Development Integration Directorate (M-CDID) in 2019. She started, however, as a part-time reporter at the Fort Benning Bayonet, and her editor tasked her with finding ghost stories for an October issue. She wasn’t thrilled. “I am a super skeptic,” she said. But, although she doesn’t necessarily believe in them all, she loves to tell stories. “I’m a storyteller who loves history,” Siter said. “I’m quick to say I’m not a historian.” Col. John Tate and the Kashita warriors Siter then stumbled onto Col. John

Columbus, GA · 10d

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Russell County teacher balances classroom career with acting

PHENIX CITY, Ala. (WTVM) - Russell County elementary teacher Brandy Wells-Martin recently appeared on Netflix’s “A Different World.” She said the work ethic needed to balance two careers was instilled in her at a young age. Early start in the arts. Wells-Martin spent most of her childhood...

Russell County, AL · 10d

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Phenix City Schools leaders explain Nov. 3 tax millage proposal at community meeting

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Phenix City Schools leaders held a community meeting Tuesday to explain a tax millage proposal that will appear on the Nov. 3 ballot. Voters did not approve the tax millage’s 30-year renewal in May. The school board also provided updates on the recently purchased Troy...

Phenix City, AL · 11d