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Sunday, May 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Dothan. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A retired Army veteran known for his barbecue and service is honored at The 1865 Legends Ball, an annual fundraiser hosted by the Tri-State Expo Juneteenth Association. Tickets help raise support for educational programs, a scholarship fund, & plans to build a cultural museum this summer. Wiregrass Daily News
- ➤ Freedom Ignited returns on May 16 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the National Peanut Festival Fairgrounds (5622 U.S. Highway 231 South) where families can enjoy aviation displays, live music, food trucks, a Touch-A-Truck experience, and a fireworks show that benefits veterans programs. Wiregrass Daily News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Aldi will offer a sneak peek on May 13 at its Westgate Parkway store with a ribbon cutting at 8:30 a.m. on May 14—shoppers can receive free totes and prizes while a second location is set to open later. WTVY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Dothan Mayor Mark Saliba and HudsonAlpha President Dr. Neil Lamb are excited for Monday’s ribbon-cutting at the Wiregrass Innovation Center at 122 Museum Ave + Gov. Kay Ivey will attend as the facility prepares to boost local research and entrepreneurship. WTVY
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Highly Suspect Concert
10 AM – 9 PM — The Plant — Tickets start at $54 — Experience a can't-miss live show by Highly Suspect in Dothan, AL.
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