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WDHN

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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 […]

Dothan, AL · 21h

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Health department temporarily closes Montgomery grocery store

A sign on the store’s door says it will be closed through Wednesday. The state confirms the store will remain closed until pest control notifies them that they have not seen any rodent activity over the span of a few days. No set date to reopen has been established....

Montgomery, AL · 1d

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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 · 4d

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Some Of The Best Meals In Alabama Are Hiding At These 10 Hole-In-The-Wall Restaurants

Searching for the best meals hiding at hole-in-the-wall restaurants in Alabama?. These 10 restaurants are packed with bold flavors and true Southern soul!. 1. Callaghan’s Irish Social Club (Mobile) Mobile has earned its reputation as a city with serious food culture, and Callaghan’s Irish Social Club is one of...

Alabama · 13d

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 · 2d

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Gator is 62 pounds of love, energy and puppy personality!

Gator is a 1-year-old male Shepherd/Lab mix who must be neutered before adoption. He was found near a busy highway, and his owner never came forward. Gator has a black coat with brindle legs and weighs 62 pounds. Playful, energetic, and full of personality, he is a sweet and loving dog who gets along well with everyone, including children and other dogs. Come meet Gator and see for yourself why he’s impossible not to love!

Prattville, AL · 2d

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Ozark Cemetery Tour Brings a Scrooge Christmas Adventure

OZARK, Ala. (WDNews) — A Christmas tradition with a spooky twist is coming to Ozark as the Ozark Historic Preservation Commission prepares to host its Historical Cemetery Tour on Thursday, Dec. 17. The event, themed “Bah, Humbug! A Scrooge Christmas Cemetery Tour,” will offer participants an evening of history,...

Ozark, AL · 16h

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Holiday Shoppers Stock Up On Fudge And Candy At These 6 Old-Fashioned Alabama Sweet Shops

Holiday shopping in Alabama gets a lot sweeter when the gift list includes a box of homemade fudge. Across the state, old-fashioned candy shops still make their own chocolates, pralines, toffee, and truffles, and December is when their counters get extra busy. This list covers six of them, from a...

Alabama · 1d

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ARTeens Event to Bring Art, Music and Fun to Dothan

DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) — Young people looking for something fun to do after the National Peanut Festival Parade can spend the afternoon enjoying art, music and activities at the Wiregrass Museum of Art. According to the Wiregrass Museum of Art, the museum is partnering with the Helping Teens Foundation...

Dothan, AL · 1d

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From Drum Major to Brooklyn Boss: ASU’s Brandon J. Hurst Writes His Playbook

Brandon Hurst Chick-fil-A fans in Brooklyn already know his restaurants. Soon, readers everywhere will know how he thinks. The Alabama State graduate is one of Chick-fil-A’s youngest and highest-grossing franchise Owner/Operators. He runs two Brooklyn locations that rank among the brand’s top earners worldwide. Now he’s adding author to the résumé. His debut book, Outthink Yourself: The Mindset and Discipline of Leaders Who Refuse to Quit, arrives January 26, 2027 from Post Hill Press.

Montgomery, AL · 1d

The Coconut Mama

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The 3 most beloved Alabama restaurants that are now gone (one after six decades!)

Alabama diners have spent 2026 saying goodbye to familiar tables, following an earlier wave of restaurant closures across the state. This trio stretches from polished Birmingham seafood to Mobile barbecue…

Alabama · 12d

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You Can’t Beat The Fresh Seafood At These 8 No-Frills Alabama Shacks

Looking for fresh seafood at no-frills shacks in Alabama that are actually worth the trip?. These 8 unforgettable spots dish out Gulf-fresh catches and the kind of laid-back fun you can’t find just anywhere!. 1. Capt’n Snapper’s (Dauphin Island) That bright blue building sitting on Dauphin Island...

Alabama · 7d

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This Alabama Buffet Has So Many Choices, One Plate Is Never Going To Be Enough

How many plates does it take to get through more than 40 Southern dishes spread across two hot bars? That math problem sits waiting for anyone hungry enough to try it in this corner of Alabama. The fried chicken here has been named among the best in the state. Then...

Alabama · 1d

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You Won’t Believe The Best Ribs In The South Are Hiding At This Tiny Alabama Roadside Shack

Nobody hides treasure in a fancy box, and Cooter Brown’s Rib Shack in Jacksonville, Alabama proves that point with every single rack of ribs that comes off the smoker. The moment you catch that first wave of smoke drifting across the parking lot, you’ll understand why people drive from multiple counties away just to eat here.

Jacksonville, AL · 4d

Only In Your State

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The Most Popular Thanksgiving Pie and Side Dish in Alabama

Thanksgiving in Alabama is measured in casserole dishes and pie plates, and every family has a lineup it defends with total conviction. Maybe your aunt’s dessert is the one everyone circles first, or there’s a side dish you’d happily fight a cousin over for the last spoonful. Either way, turkey rarely gets the final word. […]

Alabama · 20h

Animal of Things

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Can You Hunt on Your Own Property in Alabama? License Rules, Exemptions, and Limits

Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Owning land in Alabama does not mean the state’s hunting rulebook disappears. Resident landowners get a real break — no hunting license needed to hunt their own dirt — but tags, seasons, bag limits, and a handful of safety-zone restrictions still follow you onto private property. This breakdown covers exactly who qualifies for Alabama’s landowner … This article, Can You Hunt on Your Own Property in Alabama? License Rules, Exemptions, and Limits , appeared first on Animal of Things . Discover more animal wonders – VISIT Animal of Things NOW AND FOLLOW US FOR FRESH UPDATES! Related Posts: • Pet Trust Laws in Wyoming: How to Protect Your Pet After You’re Gone • Emergency Cold Weather Shelter Laws for Pets in Nevada: Rules, Fines, and Reporting • Can Landlords Deny ESA in West Virginia? Your Rights and Next Steps

Alabama · 3d

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9 Alabama Buffets Serving Fried Chicken, Garden Vegetables And Homemade Cobbler

Alabama takes its fried chicken seriously, but the dessert situation? That’s where things get interesting. Blackberry cobbler near the Tennessee line, and blueberry cobbler down south. The peach one now has some serious competition. Who knew the dessert bar could get this competitive?. The surprises don’t stop there. A...

Alabama · 2d

AL.com

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Alabama ABC shortage leaves restaurants, hotels without popular liquor brands, much needed revenue

Alabama restaurants and hotels are struggling to stock Tito’s vodka, Jack Daniel’s and other popular liquor brands as distribution problems at the state’s liquor warehouses leave businesses without products they need to serve customers. The shortages, which have lasted weeks at some locations, follow the Alabama Alcoholic...

Alabama · 1d

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Winter Comfort Food Keeps Regulars Coming Back To These 7 Alabama Country Cafes

When the weather turns gray and chilly, a plate of country cooking starts to sound like the best plan of the day. Alabama is full of small-town cafes where the menu leans on fried chicken, cornbread, gravy, and homemade pie. Some sit on mountaintops, some on quiet highways, and a...

Alabama · 3d