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Thursday, January 8th, 2026
Good morning, Dothan. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wiregrass 211 and The Exchange Center are hosting a superhero-themed Mother–Son Dance on Tuesday, Feb. 10 at 6:30 p.m. at the Alfa Building at the National Peanut Festival Fairgrounds to raise funds for nonprofit services and family protection programs — guests can wear secret identities, Sunday best, or superhero-themed outfits. Wiregrass Daily News
- ➤ James Bonnette recapped the Toys for Tots campaign (highlighting a successful holiday season) in a News4 Morning Mingle segment (noting strong local support) yesterday. WTVY
- ➤ Joe Daughtery and Susan Owens shared details about the upcoming Vivian B. Adams' Dine, Dance, Donate and Festival of Wreaths, an event designed to bring the community together. The announcement was made on Jan. 7 in Dothan. WTVY
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Circle City Mahj will open a new mah jongg studio on March 2 in downtown Dothan at the former Naomi & Olive building at 140 Foster Street next to Bird & Bean; the studio will offer walk-in play and memberships for lessons, private parties & themed events. WTVY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Marley Acres in Elba is now offering Farm School at its petting zoo, where students can join hands-on lessons to learn about agriculture (Erica Reightler described the program's interactive sessions). WTVY
- ➤ Area students were named to Wallace Community College's President's List – a recognition for high academic achievement that highlights strong performance this term. Dothan Eagle
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A free CPR class will be held on Saturday, Jan. 31 at the Ozark Dale County Library as community members learn lifesaving techniques from Joe Wood (registration is limited and available at the front desk). Wiregrass Daily News
- ➤ Dr. Caitlin Blackmon returned to her hometown to launch a mobile veterinary clinic that has treated over 100 large animals across Coffee, Dale and Pike counties since November. She will expand service days soon to support more local farms. WTVY
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Daddy Daughter Date Night
5:30-8 p.m. — NPF ALFA Building — Fun evening for daddies and daughters featuring dinner, dancing, and live music.
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