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Saturday, May 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Dothan. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Dothan residents can look forward to the city’s first ALDI opening on Thursday, May 14. The new store will offer competitive pricing and fresh groceries in our local retail scene. Dothan Eagle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Little Miss Enterprise discussed her upcoming project in a recent interview, outlining creative ideas that will benefit local residents (more details on the launch will follow). WTVY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Officials are monitoring legislative proposals to raise federal reimbursement rates for school lunches (an effort to offset rising costs) as school nutrition programs face funding challenges. WTVY
- ➤ 83 adults graduated from the WCCD Adult Ed Class of 2026, marking the largest class in over a decade. The ceremony followed the theme 'Finish What You Started' to recognize every participant’s achievement. Dothan Eagle
- ➤ The Dothan City School Board approved a literacy turnaround plan by hiring five internal specialists to boost student reading levels using federal Title II funds. The district will track progress & hold specialists accountable as efforts to improve literacy start promptly. WTVY
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Shoppers will enjoy a grocery tax holiday starting May 1 that lasts until the end of June. The new law removes a 2 percent state tax on groceries, giving families extra savings at checkout. WTVY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Flowers Hospital made a big impact in the Wiregrass area last year by providing care over 428,000 times and contributing more than $299M to the community. The hospital spent $6M on upgrades, provided over $139M in charity care, welcomed 1,400 babies, and supported local groups. Wiregrass Daily News
- ➤ Southeast Health has added $15 million to its emergency department expansion (bringing the total to $96 million) which will allow the hospital to treat up to 75,000 patients annually. WTVY
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Redfin Real Estate data shows the number of new homes scheduled for construction in Dothan in 2026, offering a look into the city’s housing growth — more details on counts and locations are expected. Dothan Eagle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Dothan United Dragons are set to debut under new coach Ricky Davey after months of recruiting players from across the country. The team is fired up to bring a fresh start as local fans eagerly watch their progress. WTVY
- ➤ West End softball coach Ricky Watkins reached his 300th win on Saturday, Apr. 18 with a 13-0 victory that marked a historic milestone in his career. Dothan Eagle
- ➤ Dothan United, under new coach Ricky Davey, will debut in an exhibition match Saturday night at Rip Hewes Stadium against Panama City Lax F.C. after months of roster building with 18 new and 12 returning players; the team plans to open its season against Montgomery in two weeks. WTVY
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