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National Peanut Festival and PETA clash over ‘Grizzly Encounter’ show at fairgrounds
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) — For generations, the National Peanut Festival has drawn families form the Wiregrass and beyond with food, rides and entertainment. But one attraction is stirring controversy this year as animal advocates push back against a bear act at the 2026 festival. On November 6, the NPF opened the gates to the fairgrounds […]
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A look at two new Peanut Festival vendors looking to make their mark
DOTHAN, Ala (WDHN) — The first full week of the 82nd National Peanut Festival is in full swing, and for many food vendors, they’re looking to knock it out of the park. This year, a few new faces have appeared at the fairgrounds, looking to serve people some tasty food, including two well-known Circle City […]
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Dothan city official gives update on City Hall progress, addresses concerns
Dothan, Ala. (WDHN)– The new Dothan City Hall is on track to open in Spring 2027, but some public concerns have been raised over traffic from construction and the potential lack of parking. The City Hall officially started construction in 2025, right on the corner of Main and Oates Street. In recent weeks, road construction […]
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Dothan City Schools dismissing early for Thanksgiving break
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) — All schools in the Dothan City Schools system will have early dismissal on Friday, November 20, 2026, for Thanksgiving Break. Schools will have staggered early dismissal times. Below is the schedule for dismissals: 12:00 p.m. 12:30 p.m. 12:45 p.m. Students return from Thanksgiving Break on Monday, November 30. Families should contact […]
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Warm Thursday, Then Colder
SYNOPSIS - High temperatures return to the 70s on Thursday, but that’ll be the last time for a while! A passing cold front will bring in much cooler air for Friday morning, with downright cold air for the weekend. Saturday and Sunday mornings will feature lows in the middle 30s with frosty conditions.
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New HUD Rule Changes Eligibility Checks for Assisted Tenants
Dothan, Ala. (WDNews) — Wiregrass families who receive Section 8 vouchers or live in public housing may need to provide additional information under a new federal rule that takes effect Dec. 14. The rule applies to applicants and current tenants, including families in Dothan Housing’s Housing Choice Voucher program.
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Dothan man arrested on breaking and entering, fraud charges in Troy
On Tuesday, Troy Police Chief Danny Barron announced the arrest of a Dothan man on multiple counts of breaking and entering an automobile and fraudulent use of a debit card connected to thefts in Troy. Angel M. Saldana, 24, of Dothan, was arrested on Nov. 9, on five counts of...
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‘Sometimes you win, sometimes you learn:’ Former city commissioner loses close race in District 85
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) — While some may call it a loss, Dr. Aristotle Kirkland calls his defeat to Representative Rick Rehm for District 85 in the Alabama House of Representatives a learning opportunity after falling short a little over 1,400 votes. “We learned a lot,” Dr. Kirkland said. “It was close I learned a lot […]
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Dothan football coach salary posting raises questions about school spending
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - Dothan City Schools is searching for a new head football coach, with an advertised salary of $150,000 to $180,000 a year. The posting comes as the school system seeks sustainable funding for a proposed employee pay plan. For Dothan City Schools parent Dejhia Armstrong, the figures...
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Visually-impaired Dothan voter says poll workers were unprepared in midterm elections
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - A blind Dothan woman said she waited more than an hour to vote at Walton Park in last week’s election after a voting machine for voters with disabilities would not accept her ballot. She said poll workers were unprepared. According to Hazelton, the machine did...
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First 10,000 National Peanut Festival attendees to get free admission on Veteran’s Day
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) — The National Peanut Festival is celebrating Veteran’s Day by granting free admission to military members, veterans and military families, but these are not the only guests who will get discounted tickets. Thanks to a sponsorship from All In Credit Union, the first 10,000 guests at the festival today (Wednesday, November 11) […]
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Dothan Celebrates 141 Years Since Incorporation
Dothan, Ala. (WDNews) — The city of Dothan is celebrating its 141st birthday Tuesday, Nov. 10, marking the anniversary of its official incorporation in 1885. According to the City of Dothan Government, the community was originally a small trading settlement known as Poplar Head before adopting the name Dothan, inspired by Genesis 37:17 in the Bible.
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Expected Low Temps This Weekend Will Help Citrus Color Change
This upcoming weekend is expected to bring cold temperatures to the cold-hardy citrus region. That means long sleeves and coats might be needed for those in South Georgia, South Alabama and North Florida. It also means a boost to citrus harvests being conducted in the region. An expected drop in...
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TRAFFIC ALERT: Part of Headland Avenue to close for water main replacement
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) — A section of Headland Avenue in Dothan will be closed for a water main replacement this week. The 800-900 Block of Headland Avenue, from the Hardy Street intersection to the RedoakStreet intersection, starting 7 p.m. on Thursday, November 12 and reopening around 12 a.m. on Friday, November 13. Signs, cones, barrels […]
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National Peanut Festival celebrates Veterans Day
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) — Every year, the National Peanut Festival staff sets aside a day to honor the men and women who left their families, put on the uniform and boots to serve and protect the United States of America. “I can’t imagine being separated from my family one or two years or more having […]