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Thursday, June 19th, 2025
Good morning, Dothan. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Three local men were honored at a Tuesday city council meeting for their quick actions on May 24 when they pulled an unconscious driver from a burning car that crashed into a ditch on Highway 84 near Gladys Street; they received a Life Saving Award and a Level Plains Police Department challenge coin plus further recognition for their bravery. WTVY
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Chef Nick Rickman confirmed his new eatery Nick’s Chophouse Kitchen and Bar will open soon at 256 North Foster Street near Troy Street in downtown Dothan. The opening date is unknown—Rickman won awards at the World Food Championships and owns the Salt Block. WDHN
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Houston County Sheriff Donald Valenza warned residents today to ignore scam texts that falsely claim to be from state agencies and threaten unpaid tickets or offer a lifetime pistol permit while some victims lost thousands of dollars—he stressed that government agencies do not send texts and asked people to call his office if they see any suspicious messages. Wiregrass Daily News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The SpongeBob Musical will be held soon to give local residents a fun night in Bikini Bottom—details on time and venue will be announced. WTVY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Teens and adults will join a journaling workshop at Westgate Library’s Community Room on June 26 from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hosted by the Dothan Houston County Library System, the free event requires registration by 4:00 p.m. (a valid DHCLS library card is needed). Wiregrass Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Former Dale County sheriff Wally Olsen died Wednesday morning from a medical episode at age 53, confirmed by Dale County Coroner John Cawley — he retired in 2023 after 15 years of service and later worked at Fort Novosel and a funeral home in Ozark. WDHN
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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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