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Tuesday, April 15th, 2025
Good morning, Dothan. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday evening a two-vehicle wreck occurred at 10940 U.S. 231 near a bridge south of Dothan in Houston County, and one person was transported to Southeast Health — construction work by ALDOT complicated the area — ALEA troopers are investigating the accident. Rickey Stokes News
- ➤ Today at 6:52 a.m., a structure fire was reported at 1601 Galaxie Drive in Dothan and firefighters saw smoke and flames—multiple fire engine companies responded and had the fire under control by 7:25 a.m. Rickey Stokes News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Latrevius Thomas-Jackson of Dothan was released after serving time for killing a man but was arrested hours later when police charged him with marijuana possession and obstruction of justice—he now faces an additional 12-year sentence while his lawyer fights for leniency. WTVY
- ➤ Over the weekend from April 11 to 13, police in Dothan and Houston County responded to several incidents including a high-speed motor vehicle accident on Highway 231 south of Dothan at 10:35 p.m., a firearm assault at Crazy Monkey Bar on Ross Clark Circle, and a structure fire at 1601 Galaxie Drive at 6:52 a.m., while Panama City Beach police chief J.R. Talamantez warned that Spring Break behavior would no longer be tolerated. Rickey Stokes News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Wallace Community College’s Fine Arts Division will host its annual Spring Showcase at the Bencze Theatre (1141 Wallace Drive) on April 17 at 7:00 p.m. The event will include performances by choirs and ensembles, and tickets cost $5. Wiregrass Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ This week, communities celebrate National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week from April 13—19 by honoring 911 dispatchers who provide life-saving help during emergencies. Local emergency centers in Dothan are planning award ceremonies and thank-you events to recognize these critical first responders. Wiregrass Daily News
- ➤ The Houston County Commission approved an agreement with Appriss Insights today to bring automated victim notification software that lets crime victims track their perpetrators' legal status. Chairman Brandon Shoupe said the system will help prevent important case updates from being missed. WTVY
- ➤ Today, the intersection of North Foster and Newton will change from a two-way stop to a four-way stop as new stop signs are installed and pedestrian crosswalks restriped—drivers are advised to use caution while adjusting. WTVY
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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.
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Awakening Events: Christian Music Concert
6-10 p.m. — Dothan City Civic Center — Ticketed event — Experience uplifting Christian music performances in a vibrant community atmosphere.
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