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Local EMA keeps an eye on potentioal severe weather
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) — Local EMA departments are keeping an eye on the weather. Dothan-Houston County EMA has activated its emergency operations center when they brought in all of their partners, Dothan police, Dothan fire, Houston County volunteer fire departments, and other partnering agencies to coordinate response. It’s a...
Fatal accident on Highway 20 near Blountstown
Update: The driver of the Pepsi van is a 47-year-old man from Bristol, FL, and the driver of the truck is a 26-year-old man from Dothan, AL, who sustained minor injuries, according to a news release. CALHOUN COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Florida Highway Patrol has reported an accident on Highway 20 towards Blountstown. Highway 20 […]
Alabama Sheriffs Rodeo prepared for severe weather
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) — The Alabama Sheriff’s Rodeo in south Dothan is hoping the rain stays away from the fairgrounds on the first day of the three-day rodeo. It’s the first day of the three-day rodeo. All 67 sheriffs from each county will be represented with all...
AS IT HAPPENED: WDHN tracks tornado, alerts public before twister touches down
DOTHAN, Ala (WDHN) — Early Friday morning, the First Alert Storm Team– meteorologists Jordan Ambrose, Bryan Boggiano, and Chief Meteorologist Chad Crilley– were live on the air, tracking storms. At 3:56 a.m, our team spotted rotation forming and alerted the public; moments later the National Weather Service issued a tornado warning for Houston County.
Northern Lights in the Wiregrass
Dothan City Schools launches new Wolfpack branding. To celebrate its Wolfpack pride, DCS is releasing a brand launch featuring a playful pack of new wolf-pup mascots who represent the unique characteristics of its 10 elementary schools. Wicksburg Elementary implements deaf inclusive environment inspired by student. Updated: Mar. 14, 2024 at...
Rain Chances Return
SYNOPSIS – Changes are on the way as a cold front approaches the Wiregrass later this week. We’ll still hit the lower 90s Thursday with a few spotty showers and thunderstorms. Better rain chances move in later Thursday night, with the potential for damaging straight-line winds if we see a bowing segment. Any rain departs Friday morning, setting the stage for a beautiful weekend!
Dothan United Dragons take the field for home debut
Professional soccer debuted in Dothan tonight as the Dothan United Dragons hosted Brave SC for an exhibition match at Rip Hewes Stadium. The Dragons did not secure a win, instead finishing in a 0-0 draw. Despite the outcome, there were positives for Coach Reynolds and his squad. “Atmosphere electric. The...
Electric mutual aid crews trek into Tallahassee as efforts to restore power continue
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - Crews from as far as Dothan, Alabama, and Lafayette, Louisiana, are rolling into Tallahassee as the city works to restore power to thousands of customers. Tallahassee is part of a mutual aid agreement designed exactly for situations like the strong line of storms that blew through...
Wetter and Cooler Conditions on the Horizon
SYNOPSIS – That same old pattern that we’ve seen so far this week continues for yet another day across the region for our Wednesday. Patchy fog and thin, low clouds will give way to sunny and mostly sunny skies as we get closer to lunchtime. Expect yet another hot day with temperatures climbing into the lower 90s. Rain chances start to increase some tomorrow afternoon, but the main round of rain moves through before sunrise Friday morning, including the potential for some strong storms. Mother’s Day weekend looks absolutely beautiful, then we could see yet another round of beneficial rain to kick off the following work week.
Houston County to vote on leasing former sheriffs building
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) — Houston County commissioners will decide whether or not to lease the old Houston County Sheriff’s building up for lease. The commission will decide whether to lease the former sheriff’s building to the Alabama Board of Pardons and Parole. The property of their current...
Storms knock power out around the Wiregrass
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - A line of severe storms left many without power Friday morning. Alabama Power reports 166 customers without power in Ozark, 15 in Enterprise, and 46 in Midland City. 429 members are without power in the Rehobeth area. Additionally, over 800 are without power near Cottonwood. Wiregrass...
Southbound traffic reopened on Highway 231 after police chase ends in fiery crash
HOUSTON COUNTY, Ala. (WDHN) — Both southbound lanes of U.S. 231 are currently closed near Alabama 109 after a two-car crash. According to ALEA, the crash was a result of a police chase. Dothan Police tells WDHN that the chase began as a traffic stop for an alleged stolen...
Lane closed on Hodgesville Road
DOTHAN, Ala (WDHN) — Continuing water line replacement on Hodgesville Road will close another lane near Ross Clark Circle. The right-turning lane across from the McDonald’s will be closed on Tuesday, May 14. The closure is expected to last around 8 hours. Traffic can travel southbound, and northbound...
Seven Wiregrass teams to compete in state softball championships
OXFORD, Ala. (WDHN) — A multitude of Wiregrass softball teams will be making there way to Oxford, Al next week to compete in the AHSAA state championships. Enterprise and Dothan will represent the Wiregrass in 7A, while Rehobeth secured their spot in 5A as the South Region champion. Houston...
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