Good morning, Dothan.

Wanda Dianne Morgan died September 18 after fighting cancer, leaving behind nine children and many foster children.

A celebration of her life will be held at Dothan First's Fellowship Building—Sunday, September 28 at 4 p.m.—with arrangements by Glover Funeral Home.

The Wiregrass Recreation Center indoor facilities on 6th Avenue are closed for immediate and necessary maintenance—outdoor activities continue as scheduled and updates on the reopening will be shared as soon as available.

Justin Stickler and Tommy Tolleson shared details about the Talking Mayhaw Music Festival 2025 in Cottonwood— a three-for-one event scheduled for October 4 that will offer a unique lineup, with more details to be announced as planning continues.

The Pumpkin Patch event will return to the Wiregrass Museum of Art on Saturday, Oct.

25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.—this free festival offers artmaking, live demos, costumes, candy, popcorn and handmade art treasures for families in downtown Dothan.

Dothan High School was chosen for the National Guard’s Mission Day—students will use virtual reality and simulations to train as soldiers, medics, and first responders.

Two Wallace Community College students—Hendrick Sanchez and William Bryan—were hired by Michelin through the Wiregrass FAME program to work as Michelin Tech Scholars at the US4 facility in Midland City, where they will spend two days in classes and three days gaining on-the-job experience while earning wages and pursuing their associate degrees. Applications are open for the next FAME cohort starting in summer 2026, which will further strengthen the region’s advanced manufacturing workforce.

Troy University’s entrepreneurship platform produced over $14K in its first year—approximately 40 students participated in the student-made store so far.

Emily Summers, a fourth-grade teacher at Samson Elementary, has been named September’s Teacher of the Month by 95.5 WTVY and Wiregrass Electric Cooperative — she has taught for nine years — for her commitment to education.

In Enterprise, Mayor Cooper was re-elected with 55% of the votes (announced at 8:13 p.m.).

In Opp, Mayor Becky BrackE lost her re-election bid (623 to 824 votes) while in Eufaula, Mayor Jack Tibbs was re-elected.

Student athletes across the Wiregrass are feeling high stress as school work increases and fall sports season intensifies.

SpectraCare Health is offering help by teaching deep breathing, journaling and personalized techniques—tools to manage stress.

Ambetter health insurance customers in Alabama may soon receive refund checks in the mail as federal rules require insurers to spend at least 80 percent on medical care — the refund method depends on how premiums were paid and the amounts may vary based on individual overpayments.

Joyful Jelly and Playful Peanut are a bonded pair that must be adopted together and walk well on leashes—though they are not fans of cats.

Even though the school year has just begun, many student-athletes are already facing mounting pressure from mental health challenges—officials and coaches are watching closely to see how this strain may affect upcoming games.

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.

Champions of Hope 2025

8 a.m. — The Plant — $ — Celebrate resilience and community support at this annual event for cancer survivors and their families.