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DPD has issued holiday safety tips to help residents protect their mail and deter porch pirates during the busy season — officials advise securing deliveries and reporting any suspicious behavior to keep the community safe.

Wiregrass United Way highlighted its Giving Tuesday success during an interview with News4 on Dec.

8. Walter Hill detailed community impact (and shared hints of future plans) as support grows locally.

DLS recreation coordinator Helen Wu introduced a Holiday Hangout program to help residents plan a smooth Christmas, with details shared on Dec.

8 at Dothan Leisure Services.

Wiregrass Angel House and the Exchange Center plan a holiday journey to the North Pole for children in need this season—offering festive events to bring community cheer.

Alexis Holub and Lydia Plant of Girl Scouts of Southern Alabama explained how the program has helped them grow and shared excitement about the upcoming cookie season taking place soon in the area.

The Alabama Extension will host the 2026 Cotton Expo, a daylong event for growers, researchers, vendors, and industry leaders featuring sessions by Alabama Extension and Florida State University and a keynote from Jon Devine, with walk-ins welcome and sponsorship available (call 334-585-6416).

Dothan's performing arts director Clay Dempsey and local groups have shared details for December events, including Girl Scouts cookie season activities, singer Amelia Anne's new release dedicated to her mother, and Nutcracker performances at the opera house.

These upcoming events promise festive experiences for our community.

Music legend Bob Dylan will perform his 'Rough and Rowdy Ways' tour stop at the Civic Center on Thursday, April 23 at 8 p.m., with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. Tickets will be on sale Dec.

11 and the event will follow a phone-free policy.

Dothan School of Dance reached a milestone when it performed at Radio City Music Hall and was honored at a City Commission Meeting—marking a proud moment for local arts.

Chelcie Lynn Live

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Dothan Opera House — Enjoy a night of laughter with Chelcie Lynn's comedy performance.

Candlelight Concert: Neo-Soul Favorites

6:30-8 p.m. — Dothan Opera House — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a candlelight ambiance filled with soulful melodies that resonate with the spirit of community.

Christmas with John Berry

7-9 p.m. — Dothan Opera House — No cost info available — Enjoy a festive evening of Christmas music with John Berry in a charming venue.

Paper Anniversary Family Band Show

7-9 p.m. — Dothan Nurseries Greenhouse, Gardens, & Gifts — Ticketed event — Experience a cozy night of country and bluegrass music with the Paper Anniversary family band.