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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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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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‘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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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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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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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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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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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...