Good morning, Dothan.

Troy Animal Rescue Project is joining disaster relief in Pike County to help pet owners whose animals were affected by severe weather.

The group received a grant from the Greater Good Project and supplies—such as crates, pet food, and toys—to assist those in need.

Southeast Alabama Community Theatre received a $56,300 grant from the Alabama State Council on the Arts to pay for a design project with Gosselin Architecture at 151 S.

Foster Street—creating a new space with a 200-seat hall and class area. The renovations will be completed by summer 2027 to expand community programs and workshops.

Goat Yoga will be held on Sunday, March 30th from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at 2308 County Road 610 to raise funds for Southern Dog Mission, with 100% of proceeds supporting vet bills for current rescue dogs and those that will be saved in the future.

Dothan’s historic opera house is getting a new look as crews update the lobby, lighting, and audio visuals—officials say work will finish in May.

The venue will host its first event on June 6 to showcase these improvements.

Art in Public Places announced its 4th Annual Loop Music and Art Festival, a two-day free event scheduled for April 11 and April 12 that will feature over 43 local artists, live music and public art installations including a temporary display by textile artist Nicole Hemmerly.

The festival will also offer mural tours by Gil Anthony and patron packages with exclusive benefits — all set to support local creativity downtown.

Dothan’s tiny city block is at the corner of North Appletree, North College, and East Troy Streets and was declared the World’s Smallest in 1964 when featured in Ripley’s Believe It or Not—later confirmed by the World Record Academy; today, the landmark is marked by a granite monument, stop sign, yield sign, and street sign that attract curious visitors. The site once hosted a snack shop in the 1920s and a gas station in 1931 before later buildings were removed.

On March 28, McElhenny Construction began a lane shift on US-84 at John D.

Odom Road for an intersection improvement project designed to update traffic signals and add pedestrian facilities; drivers experienced temporary lane closures (causing delays) in the area. The project is scheduled to finish in the Fall or Winter.

Alabama officials warn that if Congress approves a GOP budget plan, the state's Medicaid program will lose about $824 million in federal funds each year, affecting over one million residents including many children and seniors.

Lawmakers will face difficult choices to raise revenue or cut benefits—decisions that could change the state's healthcare system.

Big Creek Music Festival featuring Wyatt Flores

5:00 PM – 11:45 PM — Big Creek Amphitheater — Tickets available — Enjoy a musical night with Wyatt Flores at Big Creek Music Festival.

DDST Tryouts

All Day — Westgate Competition Pool — Cost not specified — Test your skills at the DDST Tryouts for a chance to join the team.

Karaoke Night at Hangar 38

7-9 p.m. — Hangar 38 Dothan — Grab your friends and enjoy a night of singing and good food.

8th Annual Butterfly Fling

2-4 p.m. — Landmark Park — Prices Vary — Enjoy a live butterfly release and fun activities for kids while supporting a great cause.