Hello Dothan! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: National GED scholarship win, a 300-drone light show, and meet the soccer team + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
A powerful education journey: Dothan’s Wallace Community College student Shanique Chambers won a national GED scholarship, receiving $1,000, a laptop, a gift card, and a trip to the GED Annual Conference in Atlanta -- read her full story.
Water system results released: Dothan Utilities’ 2025 Annual Water Quality Report found the city’s drinking water met all federal and state standards, with no total coliform violations, reassuring homes and businesses about water safety -- read the full report.
Downtown celebration details: Dothan will host the America 250 Downtown Celebration on July 4 along Foster and Saint Andrews streets, with entertainment, historical exhibits, family activities, a 300-drone light show, and free shuttles -- get the full event details.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Smash the stress: This week, give yourself a reset at Bev's Rage Room, where you can cue up your own Bluetooth playlist and safely smash stuff in a private, judgment-free zone. Great for shaking off work drama or rounding up friends for some cathartic team building.
Need a mellow reset this week: Whether you want to wander shady nature trails, catch a planetarium show, or see the 19th-century farm in action across 135 acres, Landmark Park is Dothan’s easy midweek breather. Bring a friend, leave with that pleasantly tired, learned something new feeling.
Upgrade your yard: Whether your yard needs color therapy or a full glow-up, The Nursery on 84 is a local boutique spot with a huge, thoughtfully organized selection and real advice. Bring a pic of your house and they’ll help you pick winners, literally a Proven Winners Certified Garden Center.
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05 — The event calendar Fun for the famOur favorite upcoming kid and family-friendly events. All events are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
⚽ Meet the Dothan United Soccer Team @ Adventureland Theme Park | Thursday (6/25) at 6:00 PM – Nothing says Dothan weekend like the Dragons back at Adventureland for putt-putt. Meet the team for photos and autographs, then challenge them at mini golf or in the arcade. Mini soccer balls, ticket giveaways, and bragging rights for your short game, wide eyes for kids.
🍪 Dothan Summer Cookie Class! @ The Closet Boutique | Thursday (6/25) at 6:00 PM – Summer heat calls for indoor fun and sweet therapy, and The Closet Boutique is hosting a cookie class. It’s $30 a person, and if you roll in with an entourage, the third spot drops to $25. Quality time, no dishes, sugar, and bragging rights.
🧩 Monthly Puzzle Swap @ Dothan Houston County Library System - Main Library | Friday (6/26) at 10:00 AM – Think your 1,000-piece skyline is ready for a new home? The Main Library’s monthly swap happens the last Friday, bring a puzzle, leave with a challenge or three, and missing-piece mysteries are not invited. If it bumps a holiday, it shifts to the Friday before.
🧸 Friday Mornings - Summer Playtime @ Crossfire Gymnastics & Cheer | Friday (6/26) at 10:00 AM – Got a tiny human climbing the walls already? Friday mornings, let the under-4 crowd loose to explore the gym, burn off the wiggles, and touch everything that’s padded. It’s $15 a session, or $50 for a monthly play pass.
📚 Alabama Hands & Voices Storytime @ Westgate Branch - Dothan Houston County Library System | Saturday (6/27) at 11:00 AM – Over at Westgate Branch, storytime gets extra heart as Alabama Hands & Voices brings Deaf and hard-of-hearing kids together from across the Wiregrass. Expect picture books, shared signs, and that cozy library hush. No registration, just community, connection, and comfy chairs.
🎆 2026 Red, White & Boom! @ Rehobeth High School Stadium | Saturday (6/27) at 2:00 PM – Rehobeth’s Red, White & Boom is back, and the Friends of Army Aviation are bringing open-door helicopter rides. It is their second year, so they know the drill. Expect fireworks, small-town charm, and a breezy reminder that your hat needs a chin strap.
🎨 Art Americana Camp @ The Trail Building | Monday (6/29) at 10:00 AM – Nothing says “Happy Birthday, USA” like letting the kids turn symbols, songs, and landscapes into fridge-worthy art. This camp sets up at The Trail Building, yes, across from Waterworld. Pick a morning or afternoon slot, $100 covers supplies, daily snacks, and an end-of-camp party.
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07 — The Dothan report Weather forecastToday — High: 88°F — Low: 69°F — Precip: 1%
Sunny, with a high near 88. North northwest wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: A slight chance of rain showers after 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 69. Northwest wind around 0 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Tomorrow — High: 89°F — Low: 72°F — Precip: 21%
A slight chance of rain showers before 7am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 89. West southwest wind around 0 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. Chance of precipitation is 20%. This house is wildThe Highland brings luxury and everyday ease together with an expansive kitchen anchored by a massive granite island, opening into a bright great room made for gatherings or quiet nights in. A roomy main-floor study adds flexible function, while the primary suite delivers a spacious bath and generous closet space. Upstairs, bedrooms, bathrooms, and a loft keep pace with growing needs.
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