Monday, April 27, 2026

Heads up for pet parents: An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.*

Fueling local student scholarships: The Savoy Jones Benefit Foundation’s 10th annual auction and golf tournament will be held April 30 to May 1 at the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail. Registration ends April 29 -- get all the event details.

Alabama broadcasting's big night: Dothan’s WOOF 99.7 swept the ABBY Awards, winning six honors for its news team led by veteran journalist Deborah Pearson, marking a proud statewide moment for local radio -- read the full story.

Help shape a civic symbol: City of Dothan holds a contest to design a peanut for City Hall, inspired by America250. Winning drawings will be displayed and the winner gets a Water World day pass -- get all the details.

The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half — this free comparison tool makes it easy.*

Retirees are making moves: After gold's best year in nearly five decades, more folks than ever are moving part of their savings into precious metals. Not all of it... just enough to hedge against inflation. AHG put together a free guide that explains how it works -- grab your copy here.*

A low‑key treasure hunt: If scrolling marketplace tabs isn’t cutting it, wander through Antique Attic Imports, 16,000 square feet of American and European finds curated since 1969 (think quilt room, oak room, even a music corner). Family-run, zero fuss, and often where you finally find “the thing.”

Treasure hunt approved: If you love the thrill of finding the just-right old-new thing, Dothan Mercantile corrals antiques, vintage gems, quirky collectibles, and giftable odds and ends from local vendors. They also run estate sales, so keep your wishlist handy and snag that conversation piece you’ve been meaning to find.

Wiregrass style fix: When your closet or gift list needs a quick upgrade, Hissyfits Boutique, LLC comes through with trend-forward clothing, standout statement necklaces, playful mahjong goodies, and thoughtful gifts that actually feel personal. Friendly team, zero fuss, and you leave looking like a million bucks without spending it.

The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old).*See what it covers →

Selling your house doesn't have to take months: If you need to sell quickly — because you're downsizing, relocating, or just ready to close this chapter — Liz helps seniors sell their houses fast. As-is. No repairs, no showings, no drawn-out back-and-forth. You pick the closing date. *See how it works →

Unknown-number calls aren't random: Scammers don't just pick numbers out of a hat. They pay data brokers a few bucks and get everything they need to harass you, trick you, rob you, or steal your identity outright. Incogni removes all of your personal info from these data broker sites and keeps an eye out to make sure it stays gone for good. *Get protected →

For women who've been feeling off for years: The fatigue, the weight creeping up, the mood swings, the sleep that won't hold. Turns out most of those "it's just aging" problems are actually caused by hormones, and proper HRT can get you back to feeling like yourself. The catch? You can't get it without a full hormone panel and a doctor who understands what those numbers mean. Most women never get either, but Hone Health gives you both. *See how it works →

📝 AARP Tax Help @ Dothan Houston County Library System - Main Library | Tuesday (4/28) at 10:00 AM – Tax season sanity check calls for free AARP Tax-Aide at the Main Library only, Tuesdays February through mid-April. Let IRS-certified volunteers crunch, you bring paperwork and an appointment. No membership, no walk-ins, the library will not book it, call 334-237-4785, 445 N Oates Street.

🎨 April Art for Stress Relief Class @ Green House Art Studio | Wednesday (4/29) at 10:00 AM – Every Wednesday, give your midweek blood pressure a break with a calm, no-pressure art class for stress relief. All levels welcome, supplies provided, and it is just $15 a pop. Call 334-701-5449 to claim a spot, then enjoy color, quiet, and zero performance anxiety.

🧘 The Art of Yoga @ Wiregrass Museum of Art | Wednesday (4/29) at 5:30 PM – Nothing beats a midweek reset among masterpieces, so roll into the museum galleries for yoga with Leah Graves. Wednesday evenings, ten bucks, pay Leah at the door. No mirrors, no gimmicks, just calm breath, good stretches, and a smugly improved mood.

👩 Mommy & Me Preschool Art @ Green House Art Studio | Thursday (4/30) at 10:00 AM – Bring your tiny Picasso for a one-hour Mommy & Me art class where little hands practice fine motor skills, share supplies, and make gloriously messy masterpieces. Ages 2-4, $60 for four classes, we provide the paint, you bring the wipes. Register with Sharon at 334-701-5449.

🎈 Tops People Parade @ Porter Square Mall | Saturday (5/2) at 12:00 AM – Dothan’s kicking off its first TOPS People’s Parade, a community mashup of floats, bands, and shiny rides, rolling out behind Porter Square Mall. Bring your crew, your creativity, and maybe a lawn chair. Finally, a parade where everybody’s the VIP.

🏇 Kentucky Derby Mah Jongg Party @ Circle City Mahj | Saturday (5/2) at 1:00 AM – Skip the track and hit the tile table for a Derby-ready Mah Jongg party with hats, laughs, and friendly cutthroat. Top score snags a free tile set, best dressed scores a prize, and spots are limited, so claim yours. Members $25, non-members $55.

🚣 Cardboard Boat Regatta @ Walton Park | Saturday (5/2) at 9:00 AM – Think your duct tape and Tupperware know-how can float a boat? Head to Walton Park for the Cardboard Boat Regatta, where teams build boxy vessels, race them, and occasionally go down with the ship. Teams of two, $25, all ages, priceless laughs.

Southern elegance defines this 3-story, 6-bed, 5.5-bath estate offering over 9,000 square feet on 3.5 no-HOA acres in the Rehobeth School District. Outdoor perks include a 17x34 Gunite pool, gazebo, covered porch, and fire pit. Two workshops, an RV carport with utilities, and a 3-car garage with game room add versatility, with creeks and Panama City Beach 78 miles away.