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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...
Wreck at 300 block of Ross Clark Circle
Dothan Rescue responded to a wreck at the 300 block of Ross Clark Circle. Two vehicles were involved in the crash with moderate damage, and on-scene...
6:34 PM Roll Over Accident – Dale County
DALE COUNTY: Ozark-Dale County 911 dispatched Dale County Sheriff Deputies and other emergency responders to a motor vehicle accident with...
6:21 PM Alabama Legislature – Governor Ivey State of State – Kicks Off Tuesday
WIREGRASS: We are fortunate in this area of the State of Alabama they we have a great - not a good - a great Legislative Delegation. And they...
6:19 PM WARNING TO CANDIDATES and those working for candidates
ALABAMA: 6:06 PM This is a warning to ALL POLITICAL CANDIDATES AND SUPPORTERS WORKING FOR CANDIDATES !!! DO NOT move anyone's political...
UPDATED @ 9:20 PM 04:13 AM Firearm Assault – Houligan’s – Dothan
DOTHAN: 04:03 AM Dothan 911 dispatched a firearm assault, 3611 Montgomery Highway, Houligan's. A person received a gunshot wound to the chest....
8:18 PM Structure Fire – Geneva County – Slocomb
GENEVA COUNTY - SLOCOMB: 7:44 PM Geneva County Central 911 dispatched Slocomb Fire - Rescue to a...
2:15 PM: Vehicle crashes into The Barn on Westgate/231
Dothan Fire and Dothan Police responded to a report of a vehicle crashing into a building at The Barn on...
11:20 AM: Vehicle fire at Home Depot; one injury reported
Dothan Fire is responding to a vehicle fire at Home Depot. Early reports say flames are visible from a...
11 AM: Structure fire reported on Burkett Road
Dothan Fire is responding to a report of a structure fire on 1290 Burkett Road. Units arriving scene...
05:00 AM Explanation of Bail Bonds and Factors in Bail
HOUSTON COUNTY: Due to a person charged with two counts of Rape in the first degree of a 95-year-old...
Don’t burn today
The Alabama Forestry Commission said they will not be issuing any burn permits today due to gusty winds and...
DPD searching for missing teen
Focus groups for City of Dothan: one scheduled today, check other dates
Community Input Needed: Join a Focus Group! The City of Dothan is seeking input from non-profits and...
