Good morning, Dothan.

On Friday morning, Troy Animal Rescue rescued 26 emaciated dogs chained at a Geneva County breeding operation believed to be used for dog fighting—veterinarians are now evaluating the animals for treatment before they may be adopted.

The free Park Concert Series will debut at the new amphitheater in Porter Park and Events Plaza when it opens on Saturday, September 13, with festivities starting at 2 p.m. Headliners Billy Allen and The Pollies will perform from 6:30 to 8 p.m. — event organizers said about 20 vendors and five food trucks will join on closed St. Andrews Street while Foster Street remains open for coffee runs.

Time Youth Dothan's Nate Patterson (leader) plans to bring a charter school to Dothan after launching a new teen center (a first step) and will soon start the initiative to boost local education.

Nate Patterson, founder of Time Youth Dothan, plans to open the first charter school, Time Leadership Academy, for grades 4-8 pending approval from the Dothan City School Board— the school is scheduled to open in the fall of 2027.

Dothan mayor and Sen. Tuberville reacted to the Alabama Space Command announcement and expressed hopes that Circle City will become a supplier hub—bringing more jobs to the Wiregrass.

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.

Randy Travis Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Dothan Civic Center Arena — Ticket prices starting at $69 — Experience the enchanting sounds of Randy Travis live in concert.

Hairball Concert

7:30-11 p.m. — Dothan Civic Center Arena — Tickets required — Experience an unforgettable night of rock music with Hairball.