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Wednesday, January 7th, 2026

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Good morning, Dothan. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Wiregrass Hope Pregnancy Center is expanding its services in 2026 after record growth in 2025, aiming to serve more families in the area. The center will add new programs to meet rising community needs.  WTVY
  • A local event will connect people experiencing homelessness with resources, basic necessities + local services on Friday, Jan. 24 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Dothan Housing Authority (1001 Montana Street). Organizers invite vendors and donations to support the outreach effort.  Wiregrass Daily News

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Area entrepreneurs and business leaders will meet for a networking event at HudsonAlpha Wiregrass on Friday, Jan. 9 from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at 164 E. Main St. to hear updates from the Wiregrass Innovation Network, explore Toolbox resources, and join an open forum on local business challenges.  Wiregrass Daily News

CULTURE NEWS

  • Dothan Houston County Library System director Chris Warren discussed the latest Chapter Chat on News4 This Morning, featuring the international bestseller We’ll Prescribe You a Cat by Syou Ishida + its healing tales of the human-animal bond; residents may borrow the book at any branch or via Libby.  WTVY

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Dothan Nurseries entered an economic development agreement to expand its operations, joining local beneficiaries like Eagle Eye Outfitters+ supporting a program aimed at boosting community growth.  WTVY

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Dothan Pediatric Specialists is accepting applications for a $1,000 scholarship program to help local high school seniors pursue higher education — applicants must apply online by March 6.  Wiregrass Daily News

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • David Hasty was sworn in as the new fire chief at the station where he began his career — he was officially appointed by former Fire Chief Larry Williams Jr. — amid supportive family, friends and colleagues.  WTVY

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • At the Wiregrass Pets Rescue and Adoption Center, Saphire (3-month-old) is the featured pet of the week for those looking for a sweet orange feline companion. Interested adopters are welcome to visit and meet her for possible adoption.  WTVY

SPORTS NEWS

  • On Jan. 6, Dothan girls' basketball head coach Jonathan Deveridge told News4 that teamwork and practice have powered his team's success this season (he emphasized consistent effort as key to building confidence) ahead of tonight's local games.  WTVY

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Daddy Daughter Date Night

    5:30-8 p.m. — NPF ALFA Building — Fun evening for daddies and daughters featuring dinner, dancing, and live music.

    Tue, 2/3/26

    View event

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