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4:34 PM: NWS: Snow and sleet melt expected to refreeze

by Rickey Stokes | Jan 23, 2025

The melting snow and sleet is expected to refreeze this evening when temperatures plummet again, according to a special weather statement from the...

4:17 PM: Truck overturned on Bethlehem Road

by Rickey Stokes | Jan 23, 2025

Dothan Fire is responding to a report of an overturned vehicle on Bethlehem Road, where reports indicate a red truck flipped. Injuries are currently...

1:53 PM: Freeze warning for the Wiregrass

by Rickey Stokes | Jan 23, 2025

The NWS issued a Freeze Warning for the Wiregrass, with temperatures as low as 21 degrees expected. Wind chills could dip to 15 degrees. The warning...

12:48 PM: Daleville barricades Hwy 134 from Tank Hill Rd to Bruer St

by Rickey Stokes | Jan 23, 2025

Daleville has put barricades up on Highway 134 from Tank Hill Road to Bruer Street due to ice. They're currently pulling vehicles from the ditch.

12:46 PM: Webb Police: Highway 52 closed from Hydraulic Rd. to Omussee Rd.

by Rickey Stokes | Jan 23, 2025

Webb Police Chief Jimmy Holley has announced Highway 52 from Hydraulic Road (right beside WDHN) to Omussee Road. The road is expected to be closed...

12:31 PM: Houston County says roads are becoming more passable

by Rickey Stokes | Jan 23, 2025

Houston County’s roads are becoming passable, according to a post on the county's Facebook page. "However, we advise all drivers to exercise extreme...

11:11 AM: Schools extend closures to Friday

by Rickey Stokes | Jan 23, 2025

Many schools have extended closures to include Friday, saying lingering ice leaves many roads still too dangerous. These schools will also be closed...

10:30 AM: Dothan says these roads are still icy

by Rickey Stokes | Jan 23, 2025

The following roads have been confirmed to have ice and should be avoided if possible. This list is expected to grow, so please stay informed and...

10:15 AM UPDATE: Wiregrass counties say roads still aren’t safe

by Rickey Stokes | Jan 23, 2025

Houston County government shared a post on their Facebook instructing people not to get on the roads just yet. "We strongly urge everyone to avoid...

3:45 PM WARNING – Do Not Go To Court Drinking

by Rickey Stokes | Dec 15, 2025

HOUSTON COUNTY: Oh well, please take notice this IS NOT a good idea!!! On April 14, 2025 a Houston County Sheriff Deputy, while on weekly...

3:20 PM Motorcycle Wreck Reported at Hwy 123 and County Road 143

by Raven | Dec 15, 2025

CONFIRMED MOTORCYCLE WRECK – STATE HIGHWAY 123 & COUNTY ROAD 143 Newton, AL Emergency responders are on the scene of a confirmed motorcycle...

2:15 PM Foot Chase Captured on Body Camera Following Theft Arrest in Chipley

by Raven | Dec 15, 2025

CHIPLEY: The Chipley Police Department has released body camera footage showing a foot pursuit that occurred following the arrest of Laderious...

2:08 PM Protect Plants and Pipes as Freeze Warning Hits Tonight

by Raven | Dec 15, 2025

DOTHAN: (Rickey Stokes News) — A Freeze Warning is in effect for Southeast Alabama, South Georgia, and the Florida Panhandle Monday night into early...