Good morning, Dothan.

Toyota of Dothan is partnering with Wiregrass Area Food Bank & hosting the 'Let’s Tackle Hunger Together' drive today at Southside Walmart and on Feb.

5 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Canned soup donations will support local families facing food insecurity.

The Southeast Alabama Coalition for the Homeless is preparing to conduct Homeless Connect, Point in Time Count to collect data on local homelessness.

Officials say the count will guide planning for support services in the area.

Downtown Dothan will host a Mardi Gras pre-party on Saturday, Feb.

14 at The Park, with food and retail vendors opening at noon. The event features DJ Marcus Kage, a Kelly Sausage Toss contest + a Mardi Gras contest to crown local titleholders.

Wiregrass United Way and the Wiregrass Area Food Bank are asking local residents to help reach their campaign goal — Josie Shepard and Julie Gonzalez explained specific ways to contribute during a Jan.

21 press update. Community members can get involved to boost the effort.

Gov. Ivey announced Wednesday that ADECE received a $3.8 million Preschool Development Grant (PDG B-5) to boost early childhood programs statewide.

The funding will improve educator training, family engagement and service coordination for children birth through age five.

The Dothan City School Board rejected Superintendent Askew’s reading and math contracts on Tuesday night, leaving parents uneasy about student progress.

The board approved measures to support teachers — including new leadership roles and recruitment programs — as it seeks to boost classroom performance.

Country singer Darryl Worley is launching his Awful Beautiful Life Luxury Tiny Home Resort near the military base in Enterprise and it is set to open late this spring, offering 75 tiny homes, a resort pool & a fitness center for both short-term and long-term stays.

Abbeville Christian girls basketball team remains undefeated at 6-0 in area play this January as they bond over championship aspirations and prepare for upcoming games.

Daddy Daughter Date Night

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

Pints & Paints at Folklore Brewing

6-8 p.m. — Folklore Brewing & Meadery — Cost Varies — Sip on brews while unleashing your creativity in a laid-back art session.

Candlelight: Valentine's Day Special

6:45-7:45 p.m. — Dothan Opera House — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical evening of romantic melodies performed by a string quartet under candlelight.