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Thursday, April 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Dothan. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Community members are invited to welcome 15 Vietnam veterans returning on the Wiregrass Honor Flight at 8:30 p.m. Friday, Apr. 24, at Enterprise State Community College & honor their service. Dothan Eagle
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Las Galeras, a family-run restaurant in Slocomb known for its great eats, won News4 Restaurant Rumble 2026 on Apr. 22 — the contest honored its warm dining space and dedication to quality cuisine. WTVY
- ➤ Las Galeras, a family-run Mexican restaurant in Slocomb, won the News4 Restaurant Rumble 2026 for its authentic dishes and inviting atmosphere. The eatery, led by Carlos Aruz and the Gonzalez family (Martin Maria, Jimena, and Selene), has served local customers since 2016 and plans to welcome new faces. WTVY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Wiregrass Museum of Art hosts Toddler Thursdays for families with children ages 14 months to 4 years. Every fourth Thursday from 9 to 10 a.m., the program offers a calm book reading and guided art tour led by Alexandria Turner – admission is free. Wiregrass Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Three local teens received scholarships from Dothan Kiwanis on Wednesday, Apr. 22 to help further their college education. The awards underline community support for student success—boosting local efforts to foster higher education opportunities. WTVY
- ➤ A local contest is asking third graders at Midland City Elementary School to show their art until May 6, as community members can vote on Wiregrass Towing and Recovery's Facebook page to pick the class that will get a free snow cone party. Wiregrass Daily News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local experts from News4 First Alert Weather Extra are gathering drought data to assess if Dothan’s dry conditions have reached record levels, and meteorologist Zack Webster observes rare early tropical systems and a quieter weather pattern compared to March. Updates come today as residents monitor changing conditions. WTVY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City leaders announced a plan to revitalize downtown by converting vacant buildings into usable spaces and refreshing the city core. The government aims to boost local growth (further plans under review) in the coming weeks. WTVY
- ➤ Gov. Kay Ivey signed a law that bans vaping in most indoor public spaces including restaurants, malls and hospitals that takes effect Oct. 1. Violators face a $25 fine and enforcement mainly falls to business owners+ who must manage compliance. WTVY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A free health fair will offer screenings and advice for diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and obesity on Saturday, Apr. 25 at the Michael C. Patton Event Center. Over 20 vendors will provide giveaways including a free bag of vegetables + $1,000 in gift cards. Wiregrass Daily News
- ➤ The FDA announced that Revival Animal Health recalled Breeder's Edge Foster Care Canine + Shelter's Choice Canine milk replacers after tests found high Vitamin D levels that could harm puppies. Pet owners should stop using the products and return them for a refund. Wiregrass Daily News
- ➤ A recent workshop in Enterprise offered practical education on dementia + fostered community connection among participants, deepening local support and understanding of the condition. WTVY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Alabama high school baseball postseason kicks off this week with AHSAA first-round games at high school fields — local fans can follow scores and match-ups as teams begin the playoff run. Dothan Eagle
- ➤ The Dothan Blast Special Olympics basketball team won a gold medal in Division 5 at the State Basketball Championship held in Auburn on March 5–6. They secured back-to-back wins (after last year's Division 6 title) through strong teamwork. Wiregrass Daily News
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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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