Good morning, Dothan.

Care Animal Center in Dothan today welcomed two new veterinarians to join its team and help care for local pets.

The center said the hires will support its ongoing efforts to meet the rising demand for quality animal care.

Houston County District Judge Benjamin Lewis filed a lawsuit on Friday alleging that a malfunctioning hay baler — whose hydraulic doors closed unexpectedly — killed his 20-year-old son Weston Lewis in June 2024, naming McHale Engineering and Atlantic and Southern Equipment as defendants over faulty design and workmanship.

Dothan Police issued a runaway juvenile alert for 15-year-old Aliyah McKenzie-Hardin, last seen at 11 a.m. on Aug.

21 near the 700 block of Sunset Drive while wearing a pink shirt, gray pants and red Crocs, and officials believe she may still be in the area near Johnson Homes—anyone with information is urged to contact police.

Municipal elections in Coffee and Dale counties will take place on Aug.

26 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.—voters must bring an approved photo ID and be registered by Aug. 11 while early absentee deadlines have passed; each municipality has its own polling location and candidate list with runoffs set for Sept. 23 if needed.

Lt. Scott Owens joined Morning Mingle—discussing the School Resource Officer Program and its role in keeping students safe in Dothan.

He explained that officers work with school staff to address any security issues.

Dothan School Board Member Brenda Guilford filed a lawsuit on August 21 at 1:19 p.m. in Houston County Circuit Court accusing Chairperson Julie Mullins-Turner of criticizing board decisions on social media—she, who operates Brenda’s Preparatory School and has served five consecutive terms, claims misconduct and seeks full disclosure of board documents.

2nd Annual Big Creek Community Yard Sale

11 AM – 6 PM — 300 Crossing Pkwy, Cottonwood, AL — Free entry — A day full of treasures and bargains awaits at this community yard sale.

2025 Gulf Coast Championship

10:00 AM & 8:00 AM — Dothan Country Club — $230 — Compete in a thrilling golf tournament open to Alabama and NW Florida section members.