Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of September.
Good morning, Dothan.
🏘️ Community
The Salvation Army will host a meet and greet with Majors Hank and Eunice Harwell on Wednesday, Sept.
9 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 1001 South Bell Street, offering food, fellowship + conversation for the Dothan community.
United Way Wednesday brings community updates with Southeast Alabama Youth Services sharing local insights, previews from SEACT’s upcoming show Company, free live music plans downtown, and pet adoption successes, while early football season excitement stirs in downtown Dothan.
The Salvation Army Dothan Corps will accept in-person holiday assistance registrations at the Community Room (1001 S.
Bell St) from Oct. 12-16. Applicants must bring photo IDs, income documents and a toy list while excluding electronics, video games and bicycles.
The Wiregrass Humane Society said a rescued pup has now found a loving home (Sept.
3) and continues to help animals meet caring families.
🎭 Culture
Two SEACT actors previewed the upcoming show Company—sharing creative details on how the production will bring fresh live performance energy to local audiences.
Dr. Amber Withers-Bohrod and Holly Myers explained that the Levitt AMP music series will bring free live music to communities in Dothan — offering an inviting way for locals to enjoy cultural tunes.
🎓 Education
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System is hosting a hands-on canning class themed for America’s 250 anniversary in Ozark, where participants learn food preservation techniques.
The event wraps up around 3 p.m. and requires registration (call 334-774-2329 for RSVP).
The Claybank Master Gardeners will host a Lunch & Learn on natural decorating using plant materials.
The free event is at noon on Wednesday, Oct. 28 at the Ozark Dale County Library at 296 N. Union Ave — participants may bring lunch while bottled water is provided.
🏛️ Government
Former senator and gubernatorial candidate Doug Jones visited G.W.
Carver High School on Thursday — urging students to register and vote before upcoming elections. He stressed that youth engagement is key to shaping our future.
Police in Kinsey and Headland are enforcing a temporary reduced speed limit on US Highway 431 today as ALDOT crews resurface the roadway+ drivers are urged to slow down for safety.
🏥 Health
Kindred Pediatrics has opened its new pediatric care practice in Dothan, giving Wiregrass families a personalized option + child care service.
The small clinic will complement existing options + serve local needs.
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