SEACT Brings Annie to Life at the Dothan Opera House
February 27, 2026

SEACT Brings Annie to Life at the Dothan Opera House

Dothan, AL. (WDNews) – Wiregrass Daily met with Kendall Shows and Adam Jones to discuss SEACT’s upcoming production of Annie, which will take place at the recently renovated Dothan Opera House. Shows takes on the role of Miss Hannigan, a character she has dreamed of playing since childhood after bei

NashCar Show Is Rolling Into the Wiregrass
February 26, 2026

NashCar Show Is Rolling Into the Wiregrass

Dothan, Al. (WDNews) – Wiregrass Daily News sat down with Nash, also known as Nash Carr, to talk about bringing his nationally traveling NashCar Show tour back to his home turf in the Wiregrass. A local graduate with deep ties to the community, Nash described the event as a pre-homecoming of sorts,

City of Dothan to Host Neighborhood Meetings Starting Monday
February 22, 2026

City of Dothan to Host Neighborhood Meetings Starting Monday

DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) — The City of Dothan will begin a series of neighborhood meetings Monday as part of the development of its 2026 Annual Action Plan.The meetings are tied to Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds provided each year by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

Enterprise Police to Hold an Update Later Today on Genesis Reid
February 18, 2026

Enterprise Police to Hold an Update Later Today on Genesis Reid

ENTERPRISE, Ala. — Enterprise police will address the media Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. at the police department to provide updates in the ongoing investigation into the disappearance of 2-year-old Genesis Reid. Officials say if any information becomes available before the press conference, it will be re

Nap Time for Cheesecake, Busy Time for Wiregrass Pets
February 12, 2026

Nap Time for Cheesecake, Busy Time for Wiregrass Pets

Dothan, Al. (WDNews) – Wiregrass Daily News sat down with Casey Green of Wiregrass Pets to talk about the shelter’s current needs as puppy and kitten season begins ramping up across the Wiregrass. Green brought along Cheesecake, an 8–10 week old Basset Hound mix currently on stray hold and available

Student Performers Take the Stage in SEACT’s Anastasia
February 5, 2026

Student Performers Take the Stage in SEACT’s Anastasia

Dothan, Al. (WDNews) – Wiregrass Daily News marked a special milestone with our interviewer, Katelyn’s, 100th interview, sitting down with members of Southeast Alabama Community Theatre, Anna Lokey (director) and Addison McNeal (lead), to talk about their upcoming youth production, Anastasia.The pro

Buskers, Concerts, and Mardi Gras Highlight Downtown Dothan Plans
February 4, 2026

Buskers, Concerts, and Mardi Gras Highlight Downtown Dothan Plans

Dothan, Al. (WDNews) – Wiregrass Daily News sat down with Clay Dempsey to discuss a new busking policy coming to downtown Dothan, along with upcoming events at the Civic Center, Opera House, and city park. The policy, set to take effect March 1, will allow registered musicians to perform in designat

Dothan Weight Loss Breaks Down Common Myths Around Weight Loss
February 2, 2026

Dothan Weight Loss Breaks Down Common Myths Around Weight Loss

(Dothan, Al. WDNews) – Wiregrass Daily News met with Dr. Kirk Erickson of Dothan Weight Loss to discuss common misconceptions surrounding weight loss and what truly leads to long-term success. Dr. Erickson explained that weight loss is not simply about calories in versus calories out, noting that di

Workforce Job Fair Returns to Dothan Civic Center
January 26, 2026

Workforce Job Fair Returns to Dothan Civic Center

Dothan, Al. (WDNews) – Wiregrass Daily News met with Hayden Camp, workforce liaison for Region Six, to discuss an upcoming regional job fair aimed at connecting job seekers with local employers and support services. Camp’s coverage area spans ten counties, from Pike County through Houston County, as

Health Science Career Fair Set for Feb. 5 at Wallace College
January 19, 2026

Health Science Career Fair Set for Feb. 5 at Wallace College

DOTHAN, Ala (WDNews) – Wallace Community College will host a Health Science Career Fair on Thursday, Feb. 5, offering students and community members a chance to explore careers in the healthcare field.The event is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Heersink Family Health Science Building on the

Alabama Extension Brings Cotton Expo to the Wiregrass
January 17, 2026

Alabama Extension Brings Cotton Expo to the Wiregrass

Dothan, Al. (WDNews) – Wiregrass Daily News sat down with Melissa, county director for Dale County with Alabama Extension, to talk about the many programs the organization offers and an upcoming event for local farmers. Alabama Extension works in every county across the state, providing research-bac

SEACH Hosts Point-in-Time Count and Resource Event in Dothan
January 16, 2026

SEACH Hosts Point-in-Time Count and Resource Event in Dothan

Dothan, Al. (WDNews) – Wiregrass Daily News met with Stephanie Hardin, Social Services Coordinator for the City of Dothan Municipal Court and board member of SEACH, the Southeast Alabama Coalition for Homelessness, to discuss the upcoming Point-in-Time Count event and winter outreach efforts in Hous

Pet and Kid Parade Returns to Solomon Park January 24
January 14, 2026

Pet and Kid Parade Returns to Solomon Park January 24

Dothan, Al. (WDNews) – Wiregrass Daily News met with Nikki and Joely of the Charis Foundation to discuss the upcoming Pet and Kid Parade returning to Dothan’s Garden District later this month.The annual event, now in its eleventh year, was formerly hosted by the Mystics of Solomon Park and is now be

Local Youth Invited to Compete in Wiregrass Talent Quest Jr.
January 13, 2026

Local Youth Invited to Compete in Wiregrass Talent Quest Jr.

Dothan, Al. (WDNews) – Wiregrass Daily met with Ann Cotton to talk about the return of Wiregrass Talent Quest Junior, now entering its 13th year at the Cultural Arts Center.The competition is open to children ages five to eighteen and features four categories including dance, vocals, instrumentals,

Enterprise Senior Center Invites Community to Winter Open House
January 9, 2026

Enterprise Senior Center Invites Community to Winter Open House

Dothan, AL. (WDNews) – Wiregrass Daily News met with Angela Lane and Tammy Doer of Visit Enterprise to discuss the Enterprise Senior Center and its upcoming Winter Wonderland Open House. Lane, who has served as Senior Center Coordinator for more than two decades, says the center is a welcoming place

Author Dr. Kirk Erickson Talks Football, Friendship, and Coming of Age
January 9, 2026

Author Dr. Kirk Erickson Talks Football, Friendship, and Coming of Age

Dothan, AL. (WDNews) – Wiregrass Daily News met with Dr. Kirk Erickson to discuss his new book, Down Set Win, a coming-of-age football novel inspired by true events from his high school years in Central Florida.The story follows a 16-year-old narrator and his teammates as they go from one of the wor

Meredith’s Miracles Highlights Growing Need During Year-End Campaign
December 22, 2025

Meredith’s Miracles Highlights Growing Need During Year-End Campaign

Dothan, Al. (WDNews) – Wiregrass Daily sat down with Kylie Spears, director of Meredith’s Miracles, to discuss the nonprofit’s mission and its end-of-year fundraising campaign. Meredith’s Miracles is a 501(c)(3) children’s foundation that helps families across 26 counties cover non-medical expenses

Community Invited as Harpers Joy Assembly of God Turns One Hundred
December 10, 2025

Community Invited as Harpers Joy Assembly of God Turns One Hundred

Dothan, Al. (WDNews) – Wiregrass Daily News sat down with Pastor Eddie Littlefield and Sylvia Green of Harpers Joy Assembly of God as the church prepares to mark its 100th Anniversary. The congregation first became an Assembly of God church on January 6, 1926.The milestone will be celebrated over tw

Holiday Mystery Takes the Stage with SEACT’s The Game’s Afoot
December 5, 2025

Holiday Mystery Takes the Stage with SEACT’s The Game’s Afoot

Dothan, AL. (WDNews) – Wiregrass Daily News sat down with SEACT’s Evan Ash to talk about the theater’s upcoming holiday production, The Game’s Afoot. Ash, who stars as William Gillette, shared how this fast-paced whodunit blends mystery, comedy, and a touch of slapstick to create a lively Christmas-

United Way Encourages Community Support on Giving Tuesday
December 1, 2025

United Way Encourages Community Support on Giving Tuesday

Dothan, Al. (WDNews) -Wiregrass Daily News sat down with representatives from Wiregrass United Way to spotlight the impact of Giving Tuesday and a major opportunity for donors this year. Board of Trustees Chair Holly Smith and Campaign Chair Ross Bonura shared how the annual day of giving follows th

Christmas at Westgate Returns With New Holiday Features
November 25, 2025

Christmas at Westgate Returns With New Holiday Features

DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) — Dothan Leisure Services is preparing for the return of Christmas at Westgate, the city’s free signature drive-through light show. The holiday display officially opens on Black Friday, November 28, and will run nightly from sundown until midnight through New Year’s Eve.This ye

Holiday Magic Returns with SEADAC’s Nutcracker at the Civic Center
November 23, 2025

Holiday Magic Returns with SEADAC’s Nutcracker at the Civic Center

Dothan, Al. (WDNews) – Wiregrass Daily News sat down with Southeast Alabama Dance Company artistic director Ashlie Wells to talk about the return of a beloved holiday tradition in Dothan. Now in its forty-seventh season, SEADAC is celebrating its Emerald season, a nod to the way its dancers shine on

City Hope Seeks Sponsors as Holiday Deadline Nears
November 21, 2025

City Hope Seeks Sponsors as Holiday Deadline Nears

Dothan, AL. (WDNews) – Wiregrass Daily News sat down with Stephanie McKnight to spotlight City Hope, an organization dedicated to supporting foster children and the families who welcome them.Operated in partnership with City Church, City Hope provides free clothing, diapers, wipes, household essenti