Good morning, Dothan.

This Saturday, the 33rd annual Letter Carriers’ Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive is held in Dothan—residents can leave a bag of nonperishable goods by their mailbox for collection by their mail carrier.

Donated items will benefit the Wiregrass Area Food Bank, which will be open from 2 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, May 10.

The Southeast Alabama Community Foundation will host a Community Trust Grants Presentation on May 15 at 10:00 a.m. at Dothan Country Club—local nonprofits that earned grants for impactful initiatives will be honored, and media and community leaders are invited to attend.

On May 8 (a report emerged that a vehicle struck a pedestrian and another vehicle at the drive-thru of Midsouth Bank on Montgomery Highway), Dothan Fire and Pilcher's Ambulance responded; no patients were transported to the hospital (injuries remain unknown).

Students from Carver 9th Grade Academy and Dothan High School competed in the Mike Schmitz Cornhole Challenge sponsored by Mike Schmitz Automotive Group to win part of $25,000 in scholarships for strong attendance and academic engagement.

Pari Patel earned the top $10,000 prize—other winners received $5,000, $3,000, or $1,000 scholarships based on meeting the challenge criteria.

Fifteen mathletes from Highlands Elementary will compete in the Perennial Math National Championship through live, virtual contests starting May 15 as their Grade 5 team marks a third consecutive national invitation.

The teams are coached by Jenny Barkley + Heather Harden and have been praised for hard work + focus in solving problems in real time.

The Alabama Department of Public Health increased income guidelines for WIC so more women and families can get food benefits and nutrition help.

Eligible participants (pregnant, postpartum, or breastfeeding women and parents of children under 5) may contact their local county health department to apply.

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.

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.

Comedy & Karaoke Party

7:30-11:59 p.m. — The Crossing at Big Creek — Food & beverages available — Enjoy a night of laughter and music featuring comedy acts and karaoke performances.