Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of August.
Good morning, Dothan.
Water World will host the 6th Annual Doggie Dip on Saturday, Sept.
12 from 8 a.m. to noon after closing to human swimmers. Dogs can swim in the Wave Pool while smaller pups use Kids Cove (a $14 donation per dog benefits local pet rescues).
Katelyn Long ended her role as host on What’s Happening Wiregrass after two years on the Wiregrass Daily News podcast (her final episode aired today) and introduced Jenn McClin as her replacement.
Lori Flippo shared updates on current projects at Wiregrass Horse Rescue and Sanctuary during an interview aired yesterday.
The organization is working on new rescue and rehabilitation efforts to support local horses in our community.
Jessica Moore explained how United Way supports the Boys and Girls Club by funding its programs and services on Wednesday, Aug.
19, adding that the support helps boost local youth activities.
Fundraising poinsettia pre-orders continue at Vaught-Blumberg this fall, offering community members a chance to support local projects+ orders are accepted now.
State Rep. Rhett Marques won the GOP nomination Tuesday after defeating five candidates in the local 2nd Congressional District race + voters pressed candidates on Alabama's growing data center industry at an event at Troy University.
Dothan Leisure Services announced the first ARPA State Pickleball Championships will take place Sept.
19-20 at the Pickleball Complex on Stadium St — players can register until Sept. 13 for a $60 entry fee to compete in singles and doubles matches at all skill levels.
Dothan’s 10U Girls All-Star Team was honored by city leaders Tuesday after winning the Dixie Softball World Series in Belleview, Florida (they posted a 19 to 2 record and became only the fourth team from Dothan to claim the title in over 20 years).
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