Thursday, February 20th, 2025
Good morning, Dothan. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Alabama Power collaborates with community agencies to offer bill payment assistance and recommends tools to efficiently manage higher winter energy costs due to increased heating needs. Wiregrass Daily News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A multi-vehicle crash at a Dothan intersection led to significant traffic delays, with footage showing a truck running a red light and colliding with two SUVs. WTVY
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Dothan man, previously out on bond for a capital murder charge, was arrested for firing shots into an occupied apartment and now faces multiple new charges. Wiregrass Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dothan City Schools celebrates outstanding educators and staff for the 2025-2026 academic year, awarding titles of Teacher, Principal, and Support Employee of the Year, with winners advancing to state competitions. Wiregrass Daily News
- ➤ Dothan City School board approved the academic calendar for the 2025-2026 school year, outlining key dates and schedules. Dothan Eagle
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Dothan commission is actively cleaning up potential development sites to ensure a clean environment. Dothan Eagle
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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