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Thursday, April 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Dothan. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today at 10:00 a.m., staff from the Child Advocacy Center, law enforcement, and District Attorney Russ Goodman gathered at Porter Park for a Blue Ribbon Kick Off honoring child safety. Speakers included the youngest sheriff in Alabama and children from the Headstart Program — marking a community effort to prevent abuse. Rickey Stokes News
- ➤ Dothan officials said traffic on Ross Clark Circle reached its highest point since the 2020 pandemic, based on the latest (2024) data. Motorists should plan ahead for delays. WTVY
- ➤ House of Ruth in Dothan announced that its Queens of Courage Fundraiser Pageant raised $10,235 to support its services. Contestants, board members, and sponsors delivered strong community backing — organizers will continue outreach efforts after the event. Wiregrass Daily News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Sam’s Club in Dothan will raise its membership fees starting May 1 — standard fees rising from $50 to $60 and Plus fees from $110 to $120 — while increasing the rewards cap from $500 to $750; members who renew before May 1 can lock in current rates. Wiregrass Daily News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Dothan will host the Loop Festival as the free, family-friendly event moves to Porter Park and along St. Andrews Street, showcasing over 55 artists, live music, food vendors, and interactive art experiences. The festival will run Friday, April 10 and Saturday, April 11 and aims to become a permanent cultural hub. Wiregrass Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Better Business Bureau offered guidance on spotting scholarship scams to help local students and families. Their tips encourage checking scholarship offers carefully to avoid deceitful practices. WTVY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Stephen McLendon became Carroll High School's new head football coach in Ozark (after an introductory interview) and outlined his plans for the team as the school prepared for a new season. WTVY
- ➤ Colton Trotter, a Rehobeth graduate and Troy University student, is fishing in a bass tournament on Lake Eufaula today while honoring his late grandmother, MEME. He weighed in 15 lbs on three fish & plans to aim for a top-10 finish tomorrow. Rickey Stokes News
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3rd Annual Spring Fling
2-8 p.m. — Solomon Park — Free entry — Enjoy a day filled with fun activities, food trucks, and community spirit while supporting child abuse prevention efforts.
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Collective Soul Concert
7-9 p.m. — Dothan Civic Center Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable night with the iconic band Collective Soul and their melodic alternative rock hits.
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