Good morning, Dothan.

Forever Wild Dog Park will open next week at 384 Narcisse Drive, offering a new space for dogs to play and owners to enjoy the outdoors — a ribbon cutting is planned for 9 a.m. June 24.

Young anglers can join the 29th Annual Youth Fishing Day on Saturday, July 18 at Eastgate Park Pond.

The free event welcomes children ages 5 to 15 with over $1,000 in prizes and early giveaways, including swag bags, snacks, and a complimentary breakfast biscuit for the first 100 attendees.

Emergency crews responded to a roof collapse on Thursday night at a residence in the 100 block of Fain Street in Cowarts (dispatched at 10:11 p.m.) with no injuries reported as they began assessing the living room area.

The Pentagon announced this week that the U.S. Army awarded a local firm in Daleville an $18 million fuel contract to supply Fort Rucker.

On Thursday, Jun. 18, WTVY named its Star-Spangled Sing-Off winner, who will represent Wiregrass on the national stage in a contest offering a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Mia Nelson will host a conversation on Wired 2026 and local youth service trends next week during Church Chat.

The event will offer community insights into how young people are choosing service.

Chef Chelsea will curate a 90% locally sourced menu for Landmark Park’s Farm to Table event scheduled for tomorrow at 6 p.m.—the event features dishes made with ingredients from farmers in Wicksburg, Dothan, Cottonwood and Ashford.

Today, Slocomb is unveiling a patriotic mural made of over 650 hand-painted tiles by community members to honor America's 250th anniversary - a celebration of local talent and heritage.

Winnie Frazier said Ozark will host its Juneteenth event today — local organizers plan community celebrations and will share more details soon.

Dale County and Ozark City Schools are teaming up to offer dual enrollment opportunities in career tech training that prepares students for high-demand jobs, officials said.

Details on the program's rollout are expected soon.

According to spring 2026 ACAP results, 84.5% of Dothan City Schools' third graders met the state’s reading benchmark — and several Wiregrass districts including Enterprise and Daleville City Schools posted scores at or above the statewide average.

USDA warns residents of potential risks from Asian needle ants, an invasive species that can cause painful stings and severe allergic reactions.

Researchers advise caution when handling logs+ mulch where these ants nest, and studies continue to assess their impact on local ecosystems.

Dothan Sport & Trade Card Show

10 a.m. — Dothan City Civic Center — Varies by vendor — Discover rare sports and trade cards at this community-focused collector's haven.

Dothan July Art Camp

10 AM-12 PM — Southern Strokes Art — In-person event — Your little artist can unleash their creativity this summer with fun art activities.