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Alabama’s newest laws take effect July 1: School threats, campus chaplains, food trucks

Alabama’s newest laws take effect July 1: School threats, campus chaplains, food trucks

A handful of new laws approved by the Alabama Legislature earlier this year go into effect Wednesday, including one intended to deter students from threatening violence at public schools.

Dothan Livestock Market Report

Dothan Livestock Market Report

Dothan Livestock Market Report

Receipts this week: 420
Receipts last week: 385

FEEDER CLASSES

STEERS & BULLS (MEDIUM & LARGE 1 & 2)

150-300 Lbs. up to 615.00

300-400 Lbs. up to 590.00

400-500 Lbs. up to 495.00

500-600 Lbs. up to 490.00

600-700 Lbs. up to 415.00

700-800 Lbs. up to 375.00

HEIFERS (MEDIUM & LARGE 1 & 2)

150-300 Lbs. up to 565.00

300-400 Lbs. up to 535.00

400-500 Lbs. up to 445.00

500-600 Lbs. up to 430.00

600-700 Lbs. up to 360.00

700-800 Lbs. up to 330.00

SLAUGHTER CLASSES

COWS

High Dressing up to 190.00

Breakers up to 185.00

Lean up to 174.00

Bulls up to  223.00

REPLACEMENT CLASSES

Bred Cows  2,300.00

Cow Calf pairs 3,500.00

WE WILL BE CLOSED NEXT MONDAY, JUNE 29 FOR THE JULY 4TH HOLIDAY AND OUR NEXT SALE WILL BE MONDAY, JULY6, 2026!! HAPPY 4TH OF JULY TO ALL

Slaughter classes 2to 4 higher. Replacement bred cows and pairs steady . Calves and feeder cattle 5 to 10 higher, Market is WILDLY active and demand on fire !! Fats in the west 256 to 262, on a very light trade, with Iowa to 270 .

Thank you all for your business and friendship !! And remember, we are not here just to sell your cattle, we are here to do what ever it takes to get every penny we can for your cattle.

 GOOD COUNTRY COOKING BREAKFAST AND LUNCH!!!

NEW RESTAURANT HOURS:

MONDAY 6AM UNTIL

 

 

10:47 PM    CHASE – Houston County – Ends In Crash

10:47 PM CHASE – Houston County – Ends In Crash

HOUSTON COUNTY:    Houston County Sheriff Department had a vehicle pursuit. The chase began at Ross Clark Circle and Wesley Way. Dothan Police was notified and assisted and was cutting intersections.

The chase is of a motorcycle.

The chase traveled on Ross Clark Circle and turned south on Highway 231 South at speeds of 100 miles per hour.

10:42 PM    The chase was passing Festival Drive, still southbound on Highway 231, at speeds of 130 miles per hour. Traffic on Highway 231, southbound was reported light. Deputies in pursuit requested to notify Jackson County Sheriff Department and Florida Highway Patrol. The helicopter was not airborne at this time.

10:43 PM      The chase passed Coskrey Road, passing on the right lane, speeds of 100 miles per hour.

10:44 PM       The chase was approaching Highway 109 and 231, has a green light. Speeds were slowing down to 60 miles per hour.

10:45 PM        The vehicle turned left off Highway 231 onto Eddins Road.

10:45 PM        Approaching Iris Road, Turned right on Iris Road, then left onto Eugene West Road.

10:46 PM       The motorcycle wrecked out and suspect taken into custody. Rehobeth Fire – Rescue and Hidgesville Volunteer Fire Department were dispatched. Condition unknown.

10:36 PM Welcome to the Hall of Fame, Mitzi Hasty!

Welcome to the Hall of Fame, Mitzi Hasty!

There’s nothing quite like the moment you find out. Here’s the exact moment Mitzi (McLendon) Hasty discovered she’s officially being inducted into the Wiregrass Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2026!
Mitzi is married to Dothan Fire Chief David Hasty.
From her days dominating the Wiregrass to rewriting the record books in college, Mitzi has always been a champion:
🔹 Ashford High School Icon: Led the Yellow Jackets to the 1992 State Slowpitch Championship and took home Tournament MVP honors.
🔹 Troy University Legend: Joined Troy’s inaugural Division I team in 1994, leading them to their first-ever NCAA Tournament appearance.
🔹 Record-Smasher: A 3-time All-Conference First-Team selection who shattered the career hits record (256) and still holds the Troy record for career triples!
🔹 Hall of Fame Legacy: Already a 2019 Troy Athletics Hall of Fame inductee, she now takes her rightful place among the greatest to ever play in the Wiregrass.
Mitzi’s passion, speed, and dedication set the standard for softball in our region. Drop a comment below to congratulate Mitzi on this well-deserved honor!
10:16 PM     Mike Schmitz on being inducted into the Fort Rucker Wiregrass Wings Hall of Honors

10:16 PM Mike Schmitz on being inducted into the Fort Rucker Wiregrass Wings Hall of Honors

       

Congratulations to Mike Schmitz on being inducted into the Fort Rucker Wiregrass Wings Hall of Honors in recognition of his outstanding service as a civilian making a lasting difference in the Wiregrass community.
During his tenure as CASA of Wiregrass, Mike was a driving force behind countless initiatives that strengthened our community and improved the lives of so many. Although he has retired from that role, he continues to serve Emeritus, remaining actively engaged and committed to the mission and the people of the Wiregrass.
This honor is a fitting tribute to a lifetime of leadership, vision, and selfless service.
Thank you, Mike, for your continued dedication and for leaving a legacy that will inspire generations to come.
Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition!