Monday, June 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Dothan. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Today at 5:00 p.m. in Houston County near Avon, multiple county sheriff deputies and Ashford police responded to a disorderly persons call on Oak Creek Lane when male and female subjects were yelling and one suspect fled on foot between a trailer park and the cemetery near Bluff Springs Church - the suspect was located and taken into custody while Ashford Rescue checked on a victim's injuries. Rickey Stokes News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The City of Dothan will host the Juneteenth Parade and Celebration on Saturday, June 7 — the parade will kick off at 10:00 a.m. downtown, rain or shine. The celebration will then continue inside the Dothan Civic Center with live music, dance performances, food vendors, and exhibits that highlight Black history and culture. Wiregrass Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Time is running out to secure one of the last four scholarships for Kiln It & Artventures Art Camp, which gives youth (ages 12-15) hands-on experience with pottery and painting. Registration closes sharply at 9 a.m. CST on June 5. Wiregrass Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Alabama Department of Transportation will hold an in-person meeting on Tuesday, June 10th at the Kinsey Senior Center — 6899 Walden Drive — from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. to discuss proposed improvements along US-431 in Dothan including plans for concrete islands, U-turn lanes and a reduced-conflict intersection at Headland Avenue. Wiregrass Daily News
- ➤ The 100 block of West Troy Street is closed today through Friday, June 6 due to utility work — drivers should use alternate routes to avoid delays. Wiregrass Daily News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Dothan are celebrating June with National Dairy Month, National Iced Tea Month, National Soul Food Month—honoring local food traditions—and National Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Month that spotlights our local markets. These celebrations invite residents to enjoy a range of treats while supporting local farmers and eateries. WTVY
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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.
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Pints & Paints at Folklore Brewing
6-8 p.m. — Folklore Brewing & Meadery — Refunds up to 7 days before event — Sip on brews while unleashing your inner artist in a relaxing atmosphere.
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Dothan Day Camp
All day — Eastgate Park — $175 — Enjoy a week of swimming, sports, games, and crafts for ages 5-15.
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Dothan Anime-Fest 2025
10 AM – 5 PM — Dothan Civic Center Arena — Check event page for costs — Experience a day of cosplay, panels, and exclusive anime merchandise.
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Press Thornton Future Masters Golf Tournament
Tournament Date Range — Dothan Country Club — Registration Required — Experience one of the most prestigious junior golf tournaments in the Southeast.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
I am not afraid of storms, for I am learning how to sail my ship.
~ Louisa May Alcott
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