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Wednesday, January 1st, 2025

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Good morning, Dothan. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Local officials in Dothan, Ala., advocate for safety and responsibility on New Year's Eve 2024, including sober transportation, vigilance, considerate celebration practices, and weather preparedness.  Wiregrass Daily News
  • A Headland woman, whose nephew was a victim of gun violence, seeks peace and an end to such incidents as the U.S. reports a 14% drop in gun violence and deaths in 2024.  WDHN
  • The article showcases a variety of newly constructed homes available for purchase in and around Dothan, highlighting features like bedroom count, pricing, and modern amenities.  Dothan Eagle
  • A former Wendy's in Dothan is being transformed into a Chinese restaurant, with hopes to open by early February, though official confirmation is pending.  Wiregrass Daily News
  • WTVY.com's top 15 news stories of 2024 range from a deadly Eufaula shooting to a missing child safely found at Walmart, reflecting a year marked by both tragic and heartwarming events.  WTVY

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A high-speed chase involving a black Dodge Charger at speeds up to 140 mph on New Year's Eve in Dothan, AL, concluded with a collision that resulted in a power outage but no critical injuries.  Wiregrass Daily News
  • Dothan Fire Department extinguished a vehicle fire at Autozone on South Oates, with the cause of the fire still undetermined.  Rickey Stokes News

ECONOMY NEWS

  • A selection of budget-friendly homes in Dothan offers valuable opportunities for first-time homebuyers and property investors.  Dothan Eagle

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • Over half of Americans plan to stay home this New Year's Eve, as new businesses in Alabama, like a family-friendly virtual golf park, open for those opting to go out, amidst traditions and soaring egg prices.  WDHN
  • People prepare for 2025 by engaging in various New Year's superstitions, such as eating certain foods and cleaning their homes, in hopes of bringing prosperity and luck.  WTVY

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

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~ Rumi

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