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Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Dothan. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Reports indicate that both Dothan Winn-Dixie stores will close in late July to be remodeled into Aldi stores—employees are uncertain whether they will be kept on for the transition as conversion plans are still pending. Rickey Stokes News
- ➤ The Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce will hold a ribbon cutting at 10 a.m. on May 5 at its facility on 102 Jamestown Blvd to kick off Small Business Week. A luncheon for the Small Business Person of the Year will follow on May 6 at Calvary Baptist Church—buffet opens at 11:15 a.m. and the event starts at noon. Wiregrass Daily News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Friday afternoon at Southside Walmart, rumors of an active shooter sparked alarm when two men fought and one man pulled a gun (which was not aimed or fired), and police later confirmed the incident as a misdemeanor case of menacing and assault. WDHN
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Spark Theater Company is preparing to stage The Addams Family—a production noted for its creepy and kooky style that promises to entertain local theater fans. No further details about show dates or ticket availability have been announced. WTVY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Five Dothan City Schools students earned the Seal of Biliteracy for showing strong skills in English and another language and will be recognized in May with graduation medals — an honor that can lead to scholarships and college credit. Wiregrass Daily News
- ➤ Darinda Beacham-Dorsey, a 15-year-old from Dothan, graduated high school this year with strong support from her parents (Courtney and Dr. Ariel Dorsey) and hard work; she will attend FAMU in the fall to study pediatric medicine. Her family has arranged a summer break with surprise vacation plans. Wiregrass Daily News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Starting May 6th, Southeast Health in the Wiregrass will honor nurses during National Nurses Week with multiple events, including a Spirit Day when nurses wear Top Gun apparel—celebrating staff like Angelina Robinson and Shae Griffin for their dedication to patient care. WDHN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ During the Dothan Diamond Classic, Dothan Leisure Services donated over $54,000 in checks to local softball teams to support programs that rely on fundraising. Wicksburg won the tournament while Rehobeth and Opp finished second and third - 15 of the 20 teams advanced to regional play. 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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