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Wednesday, April 30th, 2025
Good morning, Dothan. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wesley Place on Honeysuckle is partnering with the Dothan City Shelter to host a pet adoption event today from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.—local organizers hope to help shelter animals find new homes. Wiregrass Daily News
- ➤ Dothan City Animal Shelter introduced Luna—a 5-year-old bulldog mix who enjoys walks, gets along with other dogs, and is friendly with children; she is spayed, fully vaccinated, and ready for adoption. WTVY
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Dothan woman, Nafeesah Thomas, who faced murder charges after stabbing her boyfriend at home (police said there was a history of domestic violence) was found guilty of manslaughter (a lesser charge) and got a 12-year sentence on Tuesday. WTVY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Alice In Chains will perform at the Dothan Civic Center on May 15—with doors opening at 7:00 p.m.—with special guests Chained Saint as limited tickets remain available for Wiregrass fans. Wiregrass Daily News
- ➤ Landmark Park will hold its inaugural PRCA Rodeo on May 30 and 31 with events including bull riding, saddle bronc, barrel racing, calf roping plus steer wrestling. Tickets cost $20 for adults and $15 for kids as the park partners with JC Kitaif Pro Rodeos and Houston County 4-H to support youth development and celebrate tradition. Wiregrass Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dothan High School seniors will throw their caps on May 15 at Rip Hewes Stadium, and 15-year-old Darinda Beacham will make history as the youngest graduate. She transferred from a homeschool program—focusing on 12th-grade courses and college and career-readiness requirements—and plans to attend Florida A&M University to study pediatric care. Wiregrass Daily News
- ➤ The Child Advocacy Center of Southeast Alabama will host a free training on May 6 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Westgate to help adults 19 and older learn how to prevent, recognize, and respond to child sexual abuse—training developed by Darkness to Light that offers practical steps to keep children safe in homes and organizations. Wiregrass Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Commissioners called for a state investigation into the Geneva County Sheriff’s Office after reports that guns were stolen surfaced on Tuesday+ Commissioner Weston Spivey said suspect Cody Johnson, who is related to Sheriff Tony Helms, took the firearms from his property, and Helms called the probe a witch hunt, saying his office is being unfairly singled out. WTVY
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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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Landmark Park PRCA Rodeo
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM — Landmark Park — Ticket prices vary — Cowboys and cowgirls compete for points on the road to Las Vegas in this professional rodeo.
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