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Dothan Utilities gets national praise for Hurricane Milton recovery
Dothan Utilities has received a national commendation from the American Public Power Association (APPA) for its help in restoring electricity to the...
Register now for the Dothan American League!
Now is the time to register to get your kids involved in the Dothan American League. Registration is open until January 31. Tryouts are on February...
Today’s weather: 1/3/25
Another sunny but cool day on Friday, with highs today in upper 50s. With clear skies and few clouds to hold in the afternoon heating, temperatures...
Glover Funeral Home invites you to sign register book for late president Jimmy Carter
In honor of south Georgia native and Former President Jimmy Carter, Glover Funeral Home invites you to stop by and sign a register book to show...
12:37 P.M.: Wreck at Highway 431 near Headland National Bank
Rescue units are responding to a wreck on Highway 431 in the area of Headland National Bank. Early reports indicate two vehicles were involved, with...
Working the new website: displaying stories in chronological order
We're so grateful to all our readers for bearing with us while we develop — while the old model was loved, circumstances required Rickey Stokes News...
12:08 P.M.: Wreck at Fortner and Ross Clark Circle
Dothan Rescue and Dothan Police are responding to a wreck at Fortner Street and Ross Clark Circle. Initial reports indicate at least two vehicles...
AG Marshall: “Definitely not running for governor”
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall will not be taking part in the Alabama 2026 Governor's race, according to the Associated Press. He told the...
FBI: New Orleans attacker acted alone
The FBI is reporting the man who drove into a crowd in the French Quarter in New Orleans acted alone in an act of terrorism. They said they found...
08:37 AM Merry Christmas and Happy Birthday Jesus
Jesus' birth, known as the Nativity, is celebrated at Christmas (December 25) but the exact date is unknown, with scholars estimating it between 6–4...
00:08 AM Henry County Sheriff Eric Blankenship Hits The Street
HENRY COUNTY: Tonight Henry County Sheriff Eric Blankenship heard a call dispatched which prompted him to hit the street to assist. Sheriff...
10:38 PM Pedestrian Struck By Motor Vehicle
DOTHAN: 10:35 PM Dothan 911 dispatched Dothan Fire Engine Company 6 ( Napier Field Road ), Pilcher Ambulance and Dothan Police to a...
9:40 PM Coffee County Deputy Gets Injured – Sheriff – Chief Deputy – Sergeant At Hospital
COFFEE COUNTY: This evening Coffee County Sheriff Scott Byrd, Coffee County Sheriff Chief Deputy Michael Hines and the Sheriff Patrol Sergeant...
Michael Miller Memorial Jam for Food raises money to provide 95,000 meals to hungry people in the Wiregrass
Michael Miller, the late owner of the Recovery Room Bar, was a music lover, but he also loved people — and...
On This Day In History: Jackson County Deputy John L. Ivey killed in 1921
On today's date in 1921, Jackson County Deputy John L. Ivey was shot and killed by one or two men when he...
Dothan man behind bars after allegedly taking $350k and ghosting retiree victim
A Dothan man is accused of stealing over $350,000 from a retiree who contracted him to build her home. Scott...
UPDATED AT 2:40 PM: 10:50 A.M.: Abbeville Police pursuit, Houston County K9s to assist
Abbeville Police were in pursuit of a suspect who eventually bailed from a vehicle and fled on foot. Houston...
UPDATED @ 08:37 AM 07:51 AM Dothan Missing Person Body Found In Geneva County – MURDER Suspect In Custody
Miller Facebook Post DOTHAN-GENEVA COUNTY: Last evening Geneva County Sheriff Department along with...
Need a summer job? Water World wants you!
Water World has a number of positions already open for summer — if you know you'll need employment in the...
Do-si-do your way to WDFX Friday for Girl Scout Cookies
Stock up on delicious Girl Scout Cookies Friday, February 28 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the south side of Ross...
Circuit Houston and Henry County Court Watch February 27,2025
DOTHAN: These court cases are scheduled in the 20th Judicial Circuit in Houston and Henry County Alabama:...
