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Security to be increased at Dothan schools after threats
DOTHAN, Ala (WDHN) — Security will be increased at three Dothan City Schools after threats began circulating online. Dothan City Schools said rumors of violence have been circulating online, and the school system is aware of the rumors. The school system has not given details, but said the rumors surround Dothan 6th Grade Center, Dothan […]
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2027 Power Up Scholarship Applications Now Open
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) — Applications are now open for the 2027 Energy Southeast Power Up Scholarship Program, with Dothan students among those who may be eligible. According to the City of Dothan, Energy Southeast and its members have awarded more than $3.6 million in scholarships since 1992 to graduating high school seniors whose families receive electric service from an Energy Southeast member.
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High School Musicians Sought for Wiregrass Fest
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) — Organizers of Wiregrass Fest are searching for a high school student band to take the stage during this year’s event. According to organizers, they are looking for students who have formed their own bands and perform live music — not high school marching bands.
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Wallace College to Host Free AI Workshop in Dothan
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) — Wallace Community College-Dothan will host a free workshop aimed at helping people better understand and use artificial intelligence in everyday life. The AI Community Caravan workshop will be held Thursday, Sept. 17, at 10 a.m. at the Community Enrichment Center on the Wallace Campus in...
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Wiregrass Volleyball Classic set to debut at Dothan High School
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - Volleyball fans across the Wiregrass will have a new tournament to follow this fall. The inaugural Wiregrass Volleyball Classic is set for Saturday, Sept. 19, at Dothan High School. The event replaces the former Dothan Invitational and will bring together 16 schools for a full day of competition.
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Ozark Fire and Rescue Begins 2026 Recruit School
OZARK, Ala. (WDNews) — A new group of future firefighters is beginning weeks of training as Ozark Fire and Rescue’s 2026 Recruit School gets underway. According to Ozark Fire and Rescue, recruits will face long days of hands-on training, studying and teamwork as they develop the skills and knowledge needed to become firefighters.
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Free Women’s Self-Defense Course Offered in Dothan
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) — Women and girls ages 12 and older will have an opportunity to learn practical self-defense skills during a free three-day course in Dothan. According to Wallace Community College, Student Life is partnering with the Dothan Police Department to offer a R.A.D., or Rape Aggression Defense, Women’s Self-Defense Course Sept. 8-10.
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Extra Point, Week One: Houston Academy hosts Dale County
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN)—The Dale County Warriors look to spoil the Houston Academy Raiders’ opening to the 2026 season in this non-region matchup. Dale County enters this contest with a win on their record, after taking down the G.W. Long Rebels last week. Dale County wins 42-7. The Warriors will be back home to open region […]
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Marianna athletics unveils ‘The Dog House’
MARIANNA, Fla. (WMBB) – There have been plenty of upgrades to facilities for high school athletic programs all across the panhandle, now including the Bulldogs. Marianna High School athletics is looking to enter a new era. This means creating a culture that players and fans alike can take pride in. As part of this new […]
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Troy Chancellor Jack Hawkins To Step Down In 2027
TROY, Ala. (WDNews) — After nearly four decades leading Troy University, Chancellor Dr. Jack Hawkins Jr. will step down from the position June 30, 2027. Hawkins has led the university for 38 years and will conclude his time as chancellor under a revised transition timeline approved as Troy searches for its next leader.
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Rehobeth High School business teacher named teacher of the month
REHOBETH, Ala. (WTVY) - Rehobeth High School business teacher Shannon Godwin is the first teacher of the month for the school year, recognized as part of News4 and All in Credit Union’s ongoing series highlighting teachers. Godwin teaches business, business and legal concepts, and sports nutrition. She also serves...
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Troy University Board of Trustees announces updated retirement timeline for Chancellor Hawkins
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - Jack Hawkins Jr. will be stepping down as chancellor of Troy University on June 30, 2027, according to the Troy University Board of Trustees. This moves up the timeline for the chancellor’s retirement from the originally announced date of December 2027. The board adjusted the announcement to align the transition to new leadership with the start of the 2027-2028 academic year.
WDHN
Extra Point Band of the Week, Week Zero: Ashford High’s Sound of the Wiregrass
ASHFORD, Ala. (WDHN)—The people have spoken, and the Ashford Yellow Jackets’ Sound of the Wiregrass has been voted our Extra Point Band of the Week for Week Zero of Wiregrass football. If you think your team deserves to have their time in the spotlight, click here to vote for the band you think deserves to win after […]
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Dale County @ Houston Academy | 2026 Week 1
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - Two area foes battle for the first time in over a decade, as Houston Academy (0-0) hosts Dale County (1-0). Can the Warriors grab their first 2-0 start to a season since 2018, or will the Raiders start their own 2026 campaign off in the win column?
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Rep. Barry Moore Announces Service Academy Nomination Interest Meeting in Enterprise
ENTERPRISE, Ala. — Congressman Barry Moore’s office announces it will host a Service Academy Nomination Interest Meeting on Monday, August 31, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. CT at the Student Center at Enterprise State Community College. The meeting is open to students and families in Alabama’s First Congressional...
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McCall named for Troy honors
Troy University announced students named to the Provost's List for summer semester and Term 5. Among them is one Lowndes County student recognized for academic excellence. Kimara McCall of Letohatchee was among full-time undergraduate scholars at Troy enrolled in at least 12 credit hours and maintaining at least a 3.65 grade point average (GPA). Summer semester includes men and women studying at the university's Troy campus and Term 5 includes students enrolled online, at Dothan and Montgomery campuses and locations outside Alabama.
Troy Messenger
Troy Regional, Troy University receive ARHTP grants
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey announced on Monday the first grant recipients as a part of the Alabama Rural Health Transformation Program (ARHTP) with Troy Regional Medical Center receiving a grant to renovate its intensive care unit (ICU). The Troy Hospital Health Care Authority received a grant totaling $623,000 for the...
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High School Football Preview: Charles Henderson opens season on the road this week
The Charles Henderson Trojans are fresh off a return to the playoffs last season but are looking for more heading into 2026. The Trojans went 5-6 in 2025 and made the playoffs in the first year under head coach Phillip Jones after missing out on the playoffs in 2024. During the offseason, getting healthy has been a main focal point for the Trojans.
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Local Students Earn LBW Academic Honors for Summer 2026
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) — Students from Dothan, Enterprise, Elba, Hartford, Newton and Geneva have earned academic honors from Lurleen B. Wallace Community College for the Summer 2026 semester. LBW announced its President’s List and Dean’s List on Aug. 20. To qualify for the President’s List, students must...