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Wednesday, May 27th, 2026
Good morning, Dothan. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ With heavy rain and storms moving through the Wiregrass, officials urge drivers to slow down, turn on headlights when windshield wipers run, and avoid hazard lights while driving + use safe practices like easing off the accelerator if hydroplaning occurs. Wiregrass Daily News
- ➤ The National Weather Service assigned a preliminary EF1 rating to a tornado that struck Houston and Henry counties Monday night, reaching 105 mph and damaging homes, barns, trees, and roads (including one destroyed home in Henry County) as survey teams prepare to assess more damage. Wiregrass Daily News
- ➤ Drone footage shows a home damaged when a tornado swept through Henry County on Monday, May 25, causing widespread destruction across both Henry and Houston counties. WTVY
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ ServisFirst Bank announced leadership promotions at its Dothan office today as it broadens local services. Barry DeVane now leads as Executive Vice President and Market President while John Peacock, Loretta Shapiro, and Martin Price were promoted to guide key banking operations. Wiregrass Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, library staff hosted a summer reading program registration and game event at Dothan-Houston County Library—welcoming residents of all ages. Community members signed up and enjoyed interactive activities as a kickoff to the reading season. WTVY
- ➤ Dothan City Schools is launching the Backyard Summer Reading Program to engage students in reading with interactive games, free books and meals for those 18 and under. The program takes place on June 3 at Jamison Village, June 10 at Crawford Village and June 17 at Crimson Ridge. Wiregrass Daily News
- ➤ Dale County Extension is hosting a free hands-on workshop for 10 local residents to learn how to identify and safely handle venomous snakes. The all-day event is set for June 8 at the Ozark Civic Center (reserve your spot by calling or texting 334-465-0784). Wiregrass Daily News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Pet owners in Wiregrass are urged to check freezers and online orders for raw dog food products recalled for safety reasons; the company halted production on May 21 to improve sanitation & testing protocols. Wiregrass Daily News
- ➤ The Alabama State Board of Medical Examiners warned doctors today to avoid using non-FDA-approved peptides as social media trends increase interest, urging them to purchase drugs only from permitted sources (ensuring prescription quality). WTVY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Troy Trojans earned an at-large bid to the NCAA Tournament and will play No. 2 seed Miami on Friday at 5 p.m. at Condron Family Ballpark in Gainesville — Coach Skylar Meade said Thursday’s intense practice will keep the team focused for the game. 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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Jordan Stanley Live Performance
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Dothan Opera House — Ticketed event — Experience an engaging performance by Jordan Stanley in an intimate setting.
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