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National Republicans to target 2nd congressional district, announce Caroleene Dobson as a ‘Young Gun’
Alabama’s 2nd congressional district was drawn to give a Democratic politician the advantage, but the National Republican Congressional Committee is going all-in on its candidate 99 days before the Nov. 5 election. The NRCC announced Monday that Montgomery attorney Caroleene Dobson is one of 26 Republicans added to the...
In Alabama, 'third spaces' bring small towns together through forging relationships
This story is part of a partnership between the Montgomery Advertiser and the Living Democracy program at Auburn University. Now in its 13th year, the program disperses students across rural Alabama to spend 10 weeks learning more about the inner workings of the community and writing about what they observe. ELBA − Forging relationships is the job of anyone who creates a “third space," like churches, cafes, libraries, bookstores, shops and parks. In his book The Great Good...
This 1,700-acre Alabama ’sporting plantation’ is going for $10.5 million
For just a bit under $10.5 million, a 1,700-acre property described as “one of the Top Three Sporting Plantations in the state of Alabama” could be yours. The recently listed Bishop Hill Plantation is a 1,726-acre property in Barbour County, near the Comer community. That puts it about 50 miles south of Auburn. According to an online listing at Jon Kohler & Associates, it’s 40 miles from Columbus, Ga., and 140 miles from Atlanta’s airport.
105 years young: how one woman is celebrating a milestone birthday
HEADLAND, Ala. (WTVY) - Today wasn’t a typical day for visitors and residents at Azalea Assisted Living -- it was a chance to celebrate a once-in-a-lifetime milestone. There were clear signs of celebration as “Queen Josephine” Holleman Hicks’ closest family and friends gathered to celebrate her 105th birthday.
Case dropped against suspect in Gordon campsite shooting
DOTHAN, Ala (WDHN) — The case against a Houston County man accused of shooting his neighbor with a shotgun was dropped on the day his trial was set to start. Richard Garner was arrested in early 2023 and charged with one count of assault in the first degree in the shooting of 49-year-old Jesse O’Brian.
Tupper Lightfoot Memorial library gears up for last days of summer
Already the Tupper Lightfoot Memorial Library in Brundidge is gearing up for last days of summer vacation with a Back-to-Hogwarts Harry Potter Party from 3 until 5 p.m. Thursday, August 1 at the downtown library. Diann Childers, library director, said the Harry Potter Party is for children and teens and will include snacks, crafts, activities […] The post Tupper Lightfoot Memorial library gears up for last days of summer appeared first on The Troy Messenger.
Alabama Woman Charged with Defrauding College and Local Businesses of Thousands
A woman from Dothan, Alabama, is facing serious legal trouble after being indicted on multiple counts of insurance fraud. The Houston County Grand Jury indicted her on nine counts of insurance fraud in the first degree and two counts in the second degree in early June. She is accused of defrauding local insurance companies, a community college in Houston County, and other local businesses out of approximately $77,000.
Lawsuit claims police caused Dothan attorney’s injuries
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - A lawsuit claims police mistreated a Dothan attorney suspected of drunk driving and neglected to take care of her despite knowing she suffered from medical issues. Valerie Judah, charged with DUI in 2022, alleges the arresting officer handcuffed her hands behind her back though she had...
Pet of the Week: Gorgeous Georgette
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - Mothers often give everything to their babies. This was the case with Georgette, the SOS Animal Shelter said. Georgette, a 4-year-old hound and beagle mix, was taken to the shelter over a year ago. At first, rescuers thought she was just a normal, healthy-sized dog. After...
Classic rockers known for ‘Joy to the World’ on tour: How to find tickets
Would the 1970s be the same without that iconic opening lyric: “Jeremiah was a bullfrog. Was a good friend of mine?” Not even close. That song, “Joy to the World,” was a No. 1 hit for the classic rock group Three Dog Night, whose members at the time thought of it as silly. Three Dog Night, formed in 1967 by Chuck Negron, Cory Wells and Danny Hutton, had 21 Top 40 hits from 1969 to 1975. In addition to “Joy to the World,” the group is best known for “One,” “An Old-Fashioned Love Song,” “Shambala” and “Mama Told Me (Not to Come).”
Tragic Accident on Hwy 84 West Claims Life of Local Resident
DOTHAN, Ala (WDNews) – A devastating vehicle accident occurred on Highway 84 West, Monday evening, July 29, (West Main Street) near Boy Scouts Drive, just outside Dothan, resulting in a fatality confirmed by Coroner Robert Byrd. The victim has been identified as 20-year-old Kaleb Joseph Noland of Dothan. The...
Beat the Heat: Dothan’s Recreation Centers Offer Cooling Stations
DOTHAN, Ala (WDNews) – With high temperatures hitting Dothan this week, the city has opened several recreation centers as cooling stations. Here’s a quick guide to their operating hours:. – Eastgate Lodge:. – Monday-Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. – Andrew Belle:. – Monday-Thursday: 8:00 a.m. –...
Dothan school nurses undergo new training ahead of school year
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - Flowers Hospital is partnering with Dothan City Schools to give school nurses training ahead of the new school year. The training not only benefits nurses but also students with special needs. “Now, with the things that are changing, healthcare is different now and the kids are...
Start date announced for Dothan Leisure Services Afterschool Program
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - Dothan Leisure Services is set to begin its afterschool program on Tuesday, August 6 at three local recreation centers. The program is for children ages 6-12 and is designed to provide enriching and engaging educational experiences. It will follow the 2024-2025 Dothan City Schools calendar, operating...
Former Pike Lib star Drew Nelson transferring to Troy
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... This week, former Pike Lib baseball star Drew Nelson announced that he would be transferring from Auburn University back home to Troy University. Nelson, a Troy native, led Pike Lib to back-to-back AISA State Championships in baseball and as a senior earned The Messenger’s...
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