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Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Dothan. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Daniel John Mullins passed away peacefully at 79; a memorial service will be held — 1:00 p.m. on Feb. 7 at Ward Wilson Funeral Home in Dothan to honor his long life and service. Rickey Stokes News
- ➤ Make-A-Wish Alabama is racing to reach 1,000 commitments by March 10 for a specialty license plate program that will fund wish grants for 13 waiting Dothan children — each plate will generate more than $40 that stays in Alabama. WTVY
- ➤ Clay Dempsey has compiled February events at downtown venues, including a Valentine’s Day flower workshop (by Southeast Flower Company), a Cirque Italia performance at Wiregrass Commons Mall, and fundraising and business segments from local groups scheduled for later this month. WTVY
- ➤ Make-A-Wish Alabama is counting on 1,000 supporters to opt in for a new specialty license plate that will turn everyday drives into life-changing moments for sick children + the campaign is underway with a deadline fast approaching. WTVY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Letetia Jackson detailed plans for the 2nd annual Sheroes Awards hosted by the South Alabama Black Women's Roundtable for Black History Month. The event will honor local leaders and celebrate community achievements — drawing interest from residents. WTVY
- ➤ A museum fashion show highlighting the evolution of fashion as part of Black History Month will take place at the George W. Carver Museum, with Alicia Neal and Dr. Carrie (Tut) Hamilton sharing key details. WTVY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Henry County Sheriff Eric Blankenship is rolling out new safety tools in local schools after a national meeting in Washington, D.C. He will form threat assessment teams with Superintendent Lori Beasley and add a phone mapping tool that shows real-time school layouts (to speed emergency response). WTVY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Drivers in Dothan should expect overnight traffic changes as sewer work on East Main Street leads to lane closures between Saint Andrews & Museum avenues and lane shifts at the Columbia Highway intersection. The work will run nightly from 6 p.m. to 5 a.m., Tuesday through Saturday. Wiregrass Daily News
- ➤ The Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services has relocated its Dothan office from the Wiregrass Rehabilitation Center after outgrowing its previous space, and the new facility is set to better serve local community needs. WTVY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Wiregrass Emergency Pregnancy Service in Dothan celebrated 50 years of care as Karren Lewis and Tamara Davis explained its mission and announced an upcoming fundraising banquet to mark the milestone (details on the event will be shared soon). WTVY
- ➤ Dr. Kirk Erickson of Dothan Weight Loss broke down common myths about weight loss during an interview, clarifying that food types and metabolism play a big role rather than just calories consumed. The program offers nutritional coaching (including body composition tracking and supportive therapies) to help patients achieve sustainable, long-term health. Wiregrass Daily News
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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.
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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.
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K-POP Warriors Live Show
7:00-8:30 p.m. — National Peanut Festival — Family-friendly fun — Experience an exciting celebration of K-Pop music and dance with colorful performances and playful storytelling.
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Community Yard Sale
9 a.m. — 5970 Eddins Road — Free entry — Browse local treasures and enjoy the friendly atmosphere of a Dothan neighborhood.
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