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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.

Dothan, AL · 5d

Alabama Pulse

Cowarts Tax Preparer Sentenced to 33 Months for Filing False Returns

Cowarts tax preparer sentenced to 33 months in federal prison for filing false returns for Dothan clients, causing more than $1.6 million in tax loss.

Dothan, AL · 9h

wiregrassdailynews.com

Update: Fort Rucker Shares Details on First Lady Visit

FORT RUCKER, Ala. — Fort Rucker has released additional details about the upcoming visit by First Lady Melania Trump and Second Lady Usha Vance. The two will visit Fort Rucker soldiers and their families Thursday, Nov. 12, ahead of Thanksgiving. In an updated release, Fort Rucker officials said the...

Fort Rucker, AL · 2d

WDHN

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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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 […]

Dothan, AL · 2d

WDHN

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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 […]

Dothan, AL · 3d

Yellowhammer News

Fort Rucker’s drone mission means more families headed to the Wiregrass. Here’s how the move tends to go.

Fort Rucker has spent a long time as the home of Army Aviation. Now it has a second job. In October, the Army named the post its UAS and Autonomy Center of Excellence, putting the Wiregrass at the front of the service’s push into unmanned aircraft and autonomous systems. The new FLIGHTWERX drone innovation center […] The post Fort Rucker’s drone mission means more families headed to the Wiregrass. Here’s how the move tends to go. appeared first on Yellowhammer News .

Fort Rucker, AL · 1d

WDHN

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 […]

Dothan, AL · 2d

wtvy.com

ALDOT seeks public input on widening AL-167

ALDOT has proposed turning 31 miles of the roadway into a five-lane highway before transitioning to a four-lane divided highway from Troy to Enterprise.

Troy, AL · 2d

WDHN

‘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 […]

Dothan, AL · 2d

WDHN

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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 […]

Dothan, AL · 5d

The Montgomery Advertiser

Alabama Children's Place closures include stores, warehouses

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wtvy.com

HONORING VETERANS: Retired Army pilot teaches next generation of aviators at Fort Rucker

FORT RUCKER, Ala. (WTVY) — Jenny Litherland, a retired chief warrant officer and Black Hawk pilot, now teaches soldiers to fly at Fort Rucker after 20 years in the Army. Litherland said the experience of lifting off has not changed. “Flying is great. Every time you lift off, it’s...

Fort Rucker, AL · 1d

Brewton Standard

County residents may receive storm assistance

Escambia County residents, homeowners, renters, and business owners may be eligible for assistance through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Disaster Loan Program, according to information released by Justin Jordan, Escambia County Emergency Management Director. This assistance is available through Florida’s SBA disaster declaration and includes the following contiguous Alabama...

Escambia County, AL · 2d

Troy Messenger

ALDOT meets with public on Highway 167 project

The Alabama Department of Transportation held a meeting in Troy this week to get public input on a proposed project to expand State Route 167 from two to four lanes between Enterprise and Troy. The project area on SR 167 is between Salem Road just north of Enterprise and Spradley...

Troy, AL · 19h

WDHN

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City of Enterprise warns businesses, residents about illegal signs and licensing rules

ENTERPRISE, Ala. (WDHN) — The City of Enterprise is reminding businesses and residents that advertising signs placed along roadways, utility poles and other public areas must follow city regulations — and some unauthorized signs could be removed. According to the city, Code Enforcement has seen an increase in advertising signs promoting services such as Christmas […]

Enterprise, AL · 2d

The Montgomery Advertiser

Children’s Place to close 5 Alabama stores, distribution center

The Children’s Place is closing stores and warehouse operations in Alabama as the children’s clothing retailer works through bankruptcy and looks for a buyer. Five Alabama stores are on the closure list. The list also includes a distribution center and five warehouse properties. The closures could significantly impact Alabama workers. A state WARN notice lists 593 employees affected by a planned closure involving Children’s Place Distribution in Fort Payne. The company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection Nov. 8, 2026, but that doesn’t necessarily mean the retailer is going out of business . The Children’s Place is seeking a buyer and says its stores and online operations remain open during the process. Here’s what to know about the Alabama store and warehouse closing list and what’s next for the retailer. Is the Children’s Place closing all stores? The Children’s Place is undergoing a major restructuring after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Nov. 8. The company is pursuing a sale of its business but has acknowledged that some store closures will be necessary as it evaluates its operations. All the company’s stores and e-commerce sites remain open for now, according to the retailer’s bankruptcy announcement. The company says its goal

Alabama · 18h

Yahoo!

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 Redoak. Street intersection, starting 7 p.m. on Thursday, November 12 and reopening around 12 a.m. on...

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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 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...