Good morning, Dothan.

Restoration work continues at the Enterprise veterans home one year after the fire — the rebuild is estimated to cost between $50-$60 million.

The project aims to restore the site as a safe haven for local veterans.

Wiregrass 211 and The Exchange Center for Child Abuse Prevention will host the Dynamic Duo Ball, a superhero-themed mother-son event with food, music and games (tickets cost $60) on May 12, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. at the Alfa Building at the National Peanut Festival Fairgrounds.

A family-friendly scavenger hunt fundraiser benefiting Wiregrass Horse Rescue and Sanctuary will be held tomorrow at Folklore Brewery and Meadery.

Registration begins at 10 a.m. and advance tickets cost $30 + include lunch, $30 in Rescue Bucks and free meals for children under 12 with an adult ticket.

Taivia Ragan Scott and 2025 BGC Alabama State Youth of the Year Savannah Pedroza detailed the Boys and Girls Club’s mission to raise strong children — emphasizing community programs that build resilience and opportunity for youth.

The Samantha community celebrated a new playground opening on Apr.

15, giving local children a fresh space to play (a welcome addition for families).

Jesse Draper with Hologen Ventures will outline details for the Wiregrass Pitch and Connect event at the Wiregrass Innovation Center (upcoming event) designed to boost local business networking; further information will be available as the event nears.

The deadline to apply for the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program will be Monday, April 20 for business owners (with more than $75K revenue, in business for two years, and with two employees) to grow their business and create jobs; details are available from the Chamber.

Today, David treats his citrus trees with neem oil to protect them from mold and bugs—while locals share tips to beat the heat as forecasts predict mostly sunny skies with near-record highs and experts outline an active hurricane season ahead.

Harvest Church won a March 25 ruling allowing it to disaffiliate from the United Methodist Church, and Methodist leaders have retained appellate attorneys to challenge the decision — the trial began last year amid a dispute over the Fortner Street campus.

Jessica Givens and Justin Lord explained the annual Cochran Firm blood drive honoring Jarett Lord, and local donors are encouraged to participate + help save lives while celebrating his legacy.

Check with organizers for details on how you can give back.

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.

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.