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Tuesday, August 19th, 2025
Good morning, Dothan. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Felisha Chambers from 2 Lives in 1 Lifetime told News4 This Morning that the 4th annual Unity Day event will be held on Saturday, August 23 at Dothan High School—she detailed what locals can expect at the community celebration. WTVY
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Today, Dollar General has recalled its Clover Valley® Instant Coffee after a customer reported possible glass contamination that may cause mouth or throat injuries. The recall covers three 8-ounce lots sold from July 9 to 21 with best by dates in December 2026 + customers are urged to discard the coffee and request a refund. Wiregrass Daily News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Wiregrass Museum of Art will host a color theory workshop on August 23 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Instructor Thomas Colvin will lead teens and adults through lessons on primary, secondary, and tertiary colors — fees are $25 for museum members and $30 for non-members. Wiregrass Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Dothan Fire Chief Larry H. Williams, Jr. announced he will retire on January 1, 2026—ending 38 years of service, including 19 years as chief. WTVY
- ➤ Dothan now has a state forensic lab that serves seven counties after more than ten years without one. Governor Kay Ivey and other officials opened the lab today to cut drug-testing times in half and speed up drug trials for local safety. WTVY
- ➤ A judge ruled Monday afternoon that complaints about the school board breaking open meeting laws were wrong—Dr. Garrick Askew, who began work last week, will keep his role as superintendent. WTVY
- ➤ Today at 6:30 p.m. Dothan Utilities begins replacing the water main on Commonwealth Court at the intersection with West Main with lane closures until 6:00 a.m. tomorrow. Work will continue on Commonwealth Court during daylight hours Aug. 20 to 21 and Aug. 25 to 28—motorists are urged to drive carefully near workers. Wiregrass Daily News
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