Good morning, Dothan.

The United Way Wiregrass area food bank distributed food yesterday to help local families in need (providing essential supplies).

Spark Theater Company's director David Weeks discussed the upcoming play The Bone Orchard on Aug.

5, saying the production is set to debut soon. He noted that the play will offer local audiences a new opportunity to enjoy live theater.

Dale County High School celebrated its $1.58M expansion with a ribbon-cutting ceremony today — the project adds new classrooms and study areas for students.

Dr. Eric Mackey visited Dale County Schools ahead of the first day of classes Friday to outline plans for limiting screen-based instruction and checking test scores, and he praised the system’s record report card as Superintendent Ben Baker was honored as Superintendent of the Year.

WTVY News4 aired Running On Empty: The Caregiver Crisis (a special sharing local caregivers' stories and practical financial planning tips from Raymond James Financial).

The program highlighted support options and resources for those facing silent challenges.

A therapist, nonprofit leader and family caregiver discussed caregiving challenges (including financial planning options) in an honest conversation aired Aug.

5 to help families learn about available support and resources.

Dothan 10U Dixie Girls won a hard-fought World Series championship by defeating Brookneal, Virginia, 6-3, capping an impressive tournament run — a win celebrated by coaches, families, and the local community.

A rising freshman from Enterprise High School is the only male athlete from Alabama selected to compete at the inaugural Freedom 250 Patriot Games.

He will take his skills to the national stage as he prepares for the event.

Senate lawmakers will vote this week on the Protect College Sports Act of 2026, which limits athlete transfers, caps revenue sharing, guarantees a 10-year scholarship, and creates a $60 million trust fund for medical care—a move that will affect local sports at Troy University before recess Friday.

The Dothan Wolves will keep their strong football standard while introducing a new team look for Wiregrass Two-A-Days 2026 (a Friday night game series) later this week, a change that may bring fresh tactics on the field.