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News4Now: What’s Trending?
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - News4 takes a look at what stories are trending in the Wiregrass. Join us each week to share a casual look at what’s trending right now. Besides not owing that money, the proposal to pay Cowper is disguised deep into the agenda, nestled between the proposed purchase of two bucket trucks.
Hot Now, But Rain & Cooler Air In Sight
SYNOPSIS – Our hot stretch continues through mid-week, but changes are on the way for late-week. We’ll see a few showers Thursday, with showers and thunderstorms early Friday morning, some of which could be strong. Cooler and drier weather follows as we head into the weekend. TONIGHT –...
Dave Guiler wins 2024 Dothan Small Business Person of the Year award
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - Small business is the backbone of America–and it’s no slouch in Dothan. “Small businesses make up 85% of the chamber of commerce,” said Walter Hill, Chairman of the Dothan Chamber of Commerce. “Not only are they the driving force of our community, but they are our people.”
Music is healing: musicians giving back their talents to the Wiregrass
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - It’s not uncommon to get anxious before going to a doctor’s appointment. Whether a patient is going for a checkup, a treatment, or a need for answers regarding their health, nerves can be high. However, Southeast Health Medical Center is easing those nerves through the sound of music.
Dothan man breaks into ex’s apartment, friends hold him until police arrive
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - A Dothan man was arrested for domestic violence after trying to break into his ex’s apartment. On Saturday night, Dothan Police responded to a burglary in process at Oates Estates Apartments. According to DPD, Mario Eugene Bianchetti, 49, kicked in the door to the victim’s...
Seven Wolves sign on the dotted line for final ceremony of 2024
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - It was the final signing ceremony at Dothan High School for the 2024 class. Seven athletes celebrated with family and friends on taking the next step toward their careers,. Markis Myers - (Football) Tuskegee. Tamarion Peterson - (Football) Benedict College. Cam’Ren Lee-Wright - (Football) St. Mary...
Warm With Storms This Week, Followed By Cooldown
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) — The week started with record-breaking high temperatures, but we’ll end much cooler. In the middle, our rain chances will be elevated. High temperatures today once again topped out between the upper 80s and lower 90s. A few showers and downpours developed across the area today. Elsewhere, scattered thunderstorms impacted much of the Southeast, while severe weather continues to affect The Plains.
Man accused of chasing down woman with his car
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) — A Dothan man is behind bars, accused of chasing down two women in his car in the early morning hours of May 2nd. Keith Pullin is charged with attempted domestic violence and assault, both in the first degree. According to Dothan Police, 35-year-old Pullin chased...
Geneva Co. Commissioner files lawsuit against former state Congressman alleges verbal and physical assault
GENEVA COUNTY, Ala. (WDHN) — In January, Geneva County Commissioner Weston Spivey claims the former Alabama Congressman Riley Seibenhener verbally and physically attacked him. Attorney for Spivey, David Harrison, says if the allegations are true it would amount to adult bullying. “We have brought a civil action for assault and battery,” Harrison said. “We tried […]
People speak on fentanyl crisis for National Fentanyl Awareness Day
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - May 7 is National Fentanyl Awareness Day, in which organizations warn people of the dangers of fentanyl when used improperly. According to Yale Medicine, synthetic fentanyl took over as the main street source of opioids between 2015 and 2016, surpassing heroin and prescription opioids. The problem...
Tuesday AHSAA regional softball: 6A, 4A teams win to state championship tournament
Teagan Revette belted a 3-run homer in the seventh inning to lead Orange Beach to a 4-1 victory over Houston Academy in AHSAA South Regional softball action on Tuesday. The win sends three-time champion Orange Beach to next week’s state championship tournament as the Class 4A No. 1 qualifier.
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