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Wednesday, August 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Dothan. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Mystics of Luminous are hosting the Midnight Masquerade Charity Ball at Windmill Station on Dec. 31 with live music, a lavish buffet, raffles, a champagne toast at midnight, and a silent auction—proceeds will benefit House of Ruth. Residents in Wiregrass can buy tickets now and must wear formal attire while masks are encouraged. Wiregrass Daily News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ At 3:19 p.m. today, Dothan 911 received a call about a car crash at the intersection of Brannonstand Road and West Main Street—fire, police, and Pilchers Ambulance rushed to the scene after a vehicle overturned with critical injuries. Rickey Stokes News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Dothan Police are asking for help to find 16-year-old Sariya Roby who went missing on Aug. 22nd near Eagle Road — she was last seen wearing a black shirt and black pants and may still be in our area. Wiregrass Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Polls opened about 15 minutes ago in the Wiregrass area for towns outside Dothan to choose mayors and council members—voters are urged to make every vote count. In a recent Dothan election, one incumbent lost by 4 votes while a new candidate won by 13 votes before polls close at 7 p.m. Rickey Stokes News
- ➤ On August 25th, 2025, a range of cases including civil, criminal, small claims, and traffic matters were filed in the 20th Judicial Circuit by judges such as Lori Collier Ingram, Butch Binford, Todd Derrick, and Benjamin Lewis—highlighting issues from child support and paternity to contract disputes and account collections. The filings span multiple counties and reflect the ongoing legal proceedings in the region. Rickey Stokes News
- ➤ On August 26, 2025, Houston County courts managed several domestic relations, civil, and criminal cases while Henry County had no docket available—details included contested divorces, petitions to modify, and cases of motor vehicle negligence. The docket list—compiled by Linda Boster—identified judges handling varied cases. Rickey Stokes News
SEASONAL NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR One of our top fall decor picks is this true-to-life fall foliage garland. It’s perfect for staircases, mantles, door frames, and more. The Buy
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Falling for Fall: Our Favorite Early Autumn Decor Picks
Psst. Is it too soon to say…boo? Look away, summer fans. If you’re ready for fall, read on for our top decor picks:
- This true-to-life fall foliage garland is perfect for staircases, mantles, door frames, and more.
- Add these pumpkin-shaped “Hello Fall” coasters to your dinner table or coffee bar.
- Pet + autumn lovers, this embroidered ”Happy Pawtumn” hand towel may be your favorite find of the season.
- Sprinkle these cute ceramic ghosts around the house for an understated nod to Halloween.
- Create a beautiful autumnal tablescape with this burlap runner + best-selling set of assorted mini pumpkins, leaves, and acorns.
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