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Tuesday, October 21st, 2025

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Good morning, Dothan. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Geneva County Pork Loin Sale will raise funds for Wiregrass United Way—proceeds from the event will benefit the charity.  WTVY
  • The Ozark Chamber of Commerce announced local events including a Pork Loin Sale that will benefit Wiregrass United Way, Katrinia Williams opening her family’s fields for community farming, a 25-year Marianna High School reunion, an Alabama Highway 605 Yard Sale on October 24—25, and a Morning Mingle featuring freeze-dried treats from Joreski Family Farm.  WTVY
  • News 4 will cover the Peanut Festival Parade this weekend for those who cannot attend the event in person — viewers can catch the live broadcast on TV to see the festivities from home.  WTVY
  • Chief James Wright and Jr. Head Man Drake Partridge with the Ma-Chis Lower Creek Indian Tribe of Alabama discussed plans for the upcoming Thunder In The Pines Pow Wow in Elba, where cultural displays and ceremonies will happen soon — a key event for local traditions.  WTVY

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Hissyfits Boutique was named Alabama Retailer of the Year on Oct. 20th—its range of fashion items, home decor, lifestyle products and gifts drew praise from industry officials. The store is known for its quality selection that serves local customers.  WTVY
  • American Freight Furniture, Mattress has reopened its 47,000-square-foot warehouse-style store in Dothan under new ownership—bringing a refreshed look and improved service to local shoppers.  Dothan Eagle
  • 7 Brew, a new coffee shop, officially opened on Ross Clark Circle near Southeast Health in Dothan and offers over 20,000 drink combinations including coffees, energy drinks, teas, lemonades, and shakes—adding a double-lane drive-thru at the former Krystal location. The business expands the chain's presence in the Southeast, following another recent opening earlier this month.  WTVY

CULTURE NEWS

  • LaRae Smith, Miss Freeport, was crowned Miss National Peanut Festival 2025 in Dothan today and earned top honors in Verbal, Stage Presence, and Overall Performance. Miss Skipperville was named 1st Runner-Up with the Interview award while other finalists also received recognitions.  Wiregrass Daily News

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Wallace Community College launched its strategic planning process on Oct. 20—aiming to guide the college's direction through 2031.  WTVY

SPORTS NEWS

  • The Wiregrass football regular season is winding down as teams face playoff uncertainty going into Week 9 — each team is fighting for a critical postseason spot.  WTVY

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Alabama Horror Festival

    10 AM-5 PM — Dothan City Civic Center — Admission details not provided — Celebrate all things spooky at this community horror festival.

    Sat, 10/25/25

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  • VMware vSphere 8.0 Skill Up Training Class

    5-day training — Wallace Community College — $2400 — Elevate your virtualization skills with in-depth VMware vSphere 8.0 training.

    Mon, 10/27/25

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  • Halloween Latin Night

    6:30-9 p.m. — Taj Indian & Greek Restaurant — Special cocktails available — Celebrate Halloween with Latin dance and a costume contest.

    Sat, 11/1/25

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  • Vincent Mason Live Performance

    7-8:30 p.m. — National Peanut Festival — Tickets starting at $80 — Vincent Mason brings an unforgettable musical experience to Dothan.

    Sun, 11/2/25

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  • Shenandoah Concert

    7-8:30 p.m. — National Peanut Festival — Tickets from $65 — Experience the unforgettable sounds of Shenandoah live in Dothan.

    Tue, 11/4/25

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  • Figure 8 Race and Demolition Derby

    7-8:30 p.m. — National Peanut Festival — Tickets starting at $56 — Experience the thrill of figure 8 racing in an unforgettable derby event.

    Fri, 11/7/25

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  • Daniel Donato Concert

    8:00-9:30 p.m. — Dothan Opera House — Cost Info Not Provided — Experience an exciting evening of live music from Daniel Donato.

    Thu, 11/13/25

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  • Nashville Nights - Hear the Stories Behind the Songs

    6:30-8 p.m. — Dothan Opera House — Cost information not provided — Experience captivating narratives behind the music of Nashville.

    Fri, 11/14/25

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  • Hudson Westbrook

    7-8:30 p.m. — Dothan Civic Center Arena — Entry details not provided — Experience an evening of entertainment featuring Hudson Westbrook.

    Sat, 11/15/25

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  • PokeKon Fest

    10:00 – 11:30 AM — Dothan Civic Center Arena — $20 — Explore a treasure trove of Pokémon collectibles and fandoms at this one-day trade show.

    Sun, 11/16/25

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