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Mail issues persist as Pinckard mayor and residents look for permanent solutions
PINCKARD, Ala. (WTVY) - Troubles with mail have people in Pinckard at their wit’s end. Some tell us this has been a problem for over 6 years and still no permanent solutions. In his 8 years as mayor, Bobby Borland said many people continue to worry about this problem.
Back to School 2024: Wiregrass student start dates
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - Summer is flying by; before you know it, it’ll be time to head back to school. Below you will find a list of start dates for Wiregrass area schools. Southwest Georgia Academy K5-12 - Thursday, August 15th. Southwest Georgia Academy K3 & K4 - Wednesday,...
New trucking hub coming to Dale Co., state commits almost two hundred thousand in funds
DALE COUNTY, Ala (WDHN) — Dale County is receiving a $180,000 grant from the state to build a new trucking freight hub near Midland City. According to a release from the Governor’s office, this Community Development Block Grant will provide infrastructure to construct a 21,200-square-foot building for Averitt Express.
Big Changes Ahead: Major Intersection Improvement Project in Dothan
DOTHAN, Ala (WDNews) – The intersection of John D. Odom Road and US Highway 84 West in Dothan is set for a significant upgrade. This joint project between the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) and the City of Dothan is scheduled to start in late 2024 or early 2025.
Multiple holdups cause delays for Wiregrass mental health center
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN)—After multiple years since its announcement, the Circle City is still waiting for the state’s latest mental health center. In December of 2022, it was announced that SpectraCare Health Systems, a local behavioral healthcare facility, would be opening a crisis diversion center; just the sixth in the entire state.
Construction on state veterans home in Enterprise completed; opens in less than two months
ENTERPRISE, Ala. (WDHN) — After five years, construction on the Command Sgt. Bennie G. Adkins Veterans home in Enterprise is now complete and is less than two months away from opening. This veterans home will mark the fifth one in the state of Alabama. The Department of Veterans Affairs...
A history of boiled peanuts and why Alabama has a marker dedicated to them
Are boiled peanuts so important to our culture we need to honor them with a historical marker? Of course. And, as far as I can determine, Alabama is the only state to have such a marker. It was erected with the aid of the William G. Pomeroy Foundation and the...
2024-2025 Back to school events across the Wiregrass
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - It’s that time of year again. Summer is winding down and the 2024 school season is fast approaching. Many organizations in the Wiregrass are hosting back-to-school events for parents and students to soak up those last few weeks of summer break, and starting July 19th- July 21st is the 19th annual Alabama Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday weekend.
“Run for office”: DCS superintendent fires back at “vitriol” from parents, community
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - Dothan City Schools Superintendent Dr. Dennis Coe released a letter to the DCS families and communities on Tuesday evening to address the success he has seen from the city school system and to put an end to “vitriol” against DCS and its employees. The...
Disabled American Veterans installs more than just new officers, bringing veterans together
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - Fulfilling promises to men and women who have fought for our freedom -- that’s the mission of Chapter 87 of the Disabled American Veterans. While today’s meeting installed their newest officers and brought together a community of people who gathered for a meal, it also brought discussion of issues with Veteran Affairs and the disabilities that some veterans in the Dothan area live with everyday.
Alabama set to open its 5th state veterans home; other 4 have waiting lists
A project for Alabama veterans that has been in the works for six years is almost finished. Alabama’s fifth state veterans home will open Sept. 13 in Enterprise, Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs Commissioner Kent Davis said Tuesday. The Bennie G. Adkins State Veterans Home near Fort Novosel (formerly...
Temporary closure for Eastgate Park pond
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - The City of Dothan reminded residents of an upcoming pond closure at Eastgate Park. The Eastgate Park Pond will close for maintenance beginning Wednesday, July 17, and remain closed until Sunday, July 21. However, the pond will be open on Saturday from 7:30 a.m.-10 a.m. for the Youth Fishing Day.
Ozark Dale County Library Temporarily Closes for Administrative Updates
OZARK, AL (WDNews) — The Ozark Dale County Library will temporarily close starting Thursday, July 18th, until further notice. This closure is due to the pending certification of Administrative Code Changes passed by the Alabama Public Library Services’ Board of Trustees. During this period, the library staff will...
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