Good morning, Dothan.

Recreation coordinator Helen Wu explained that DLS will host a range of family events for local residents—promising engaging activities for the upcoming week.

Henry Jackson 'Jack' Sewell, Jr. passed away peacefully on September 6 at age 80 in Dothan, leaving behind a legacy as a devoted husband, father, and community pillar.

His life will be celebrated with military honors at 11 a.m. on September 13 at Sunset Funeral Home Chapel.

At 4:06 p.m., Dothan 911 dispatched Dothan Fire, Police and Pilcher Ambulance to Houston County Farm Center at 1701 Ross Clark Circle when welding sparked a beam fire, and crews quickly contained the blaze with no major damage —confirmed by Mike Lewis Construction— as county officials arrived.

Dothan police said Cast was last seen near the 200 block of West Main Street at around 9:00 p.m. on September 8—his whereabouts remain unknown.

Hannah NeSmith is a 2009 Park graduate from Arab and she will receive the Distinguished Alumna Award at Park University’s Homecoming on Sept 26—she started Matlock Realty Group in 2016 and helped fix old buildings in her community.

A legislative delegation presented a $3 million check—made possible by Alabama’s Growing Alabama tax credit—to invest in the Houston County Distribution Park and support local economic growth.

On September 8, 2025, Houston County judges held initial appearances for the 20th Judicial Circuit cases via TV—reviewing cases from theft to drug charges.

Henry County did not report a docket on that day, showing different court scheduling.

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.