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Construction kicks off Monday, Sept. 21, at Main and Oates in Dothan—part of the City Hall relocation—with lane closures expected for six weeks. Expect delays as crews install a new traffic signal and pedestrian upgrades. Work will hit northeast and northwest corners first, shutting down westbound Main from Foster to just east of City Hall and northbound Oates from Crawford to just north of the courthouse. Portable signs will guide you, but plan ahead: big rigs should use Ross Clark Circle; everyone else brace for traffic or find alternate routes. For updates, call Dothan Public Works at 334-615-4420.

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Fort Rucker’s annual Oktoberfest is kicking off this Friday, September 25th, from 4:30 PM to 9:30 PM at The Landing — a free, family-friendly bash packed with German flair. Enjoy authentic food, a biergarten, craft vendors, and lively contests, plus a kids’ zone with pumpkins, root beer garden fun, and inflatables. DJ vibes keep the energy high all night. Open to everyone — no base ID needed for locals, but visitors should verify access rules. Hosted by KDM Property Management, details are online or call 334-255-9801.

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Get ready to celebrate community, color, and culture at the South Alabama Pride Festival this Saturday—free admission, music, drag shows, bingo, and more, all under one joyful roof at the Daleville Cultural and Convention Center. Keep it respectful, keep hands to yourself, and show love with your tips. Pets? Only service animals welcome. Let’s make it a safe, fun, unforgettable day together.

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Dothan’s about to get a major tennis fix—two hundred players from across Alabama are converging at Westgate Tennis Center for the USTA Alabama Sixty-Five and Over Championships, featuring high-stakes matches on 20 clay courts from October 2nd to 4th. Best part? Admission is free—so bring the family, grab your lawn chairs, and witness elite over-65 tennis without spending a dime. Located at 8-10 Recreation Road, it’s a community event you won’t want to miss.

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Alabama executed Jeffery Lee yesterday, September 17th, for the 1998 double murder of Jimmy Ellis and Elaine Thompson during a pawn shop robbery — a case that spanned two decades and ended with a 14-minute lethal injection at Holman Correctional. Surveillance footage and eyewitnesses sealed his guilt; he confessed after fleeing to Georgia. Convicted in 2000 and sentenced to death, Lee’s appeals were all denied. Officials say while justice can’t undo loss, this final act closes a painful chapter for victims’ families and the community.

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Three jury trials ended in guilty verdicts across Coffee and Pike counties, targeting retail theft and a fraudulent fire protection contract. In Enterprise, Hope Garzarek and Michael Duncan were convicted for stealing hundreds of dollars’ worth of merchandise from major retailers. In Troy, Randy Herring was found guilty of swindling nearly $26,000 from a landlord by promising to install a fire alarm system he never completed. Sentencing dates are set for November 10th and 19th. District Attorney James Tarbox praised the prosecutors and jurors, emphasizing how such crimes burden communities through higher prices and security costs—and vowed to hold offenders accountable.

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Tennis fans, get ready—Dothan, Alabama, is hosting the USTA Alabama 65 and Over Championships, featuring over 200 players battling it out at Westgate Tennis Center from October 2nd to 4th. No tickets needed! The city’s opening its doors for free public access to championship-level clay court action. Local tennis center manager Chase Parker invites everyone to come witness elite athletes compete right in their backyard. Perfect family-friendly fun for the whole community—don’t miss it!

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Three guilty verdicts in court send a clear message: cheating the system won’t fly. In Coffee County, Hope Garzarek and Michael Duncan were convicted for stealing hundreds to thousands from stores, while Randy Herring in Pike County pocketed nearly $26,000 for work he never did—installing a fire system? Nope, just vanished with the cash. Prosecutors stress theft drives up costs for everyone, and accountability is non-negotiable.

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Downtown Dothan is officially rolling up its sleeves to revitalize the heart of the city, joining Main Street Alabama with a bold new strategic plan. Residents are invited to shape the future at a public planning session on Sept. 22, and later see initial recommendations on Sept. 24 — both at the Wiregrass Museum of Art. This isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s about fueling economic growth, creating jobs, attracting visitors, and building a vibrant downtown together. Your voice matters — this is your town’s next chapter, co-created by you.

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This holiday season, City Hope is rallying Houston and Henry county communities to bring joy to foster kids by sponsoring Christmas gifts and experiences. Whether you sponsor a child, donate any amount, or share the cause, your support helps ensure every foster child feels seen, loved, and celebrated. Businesses, churches, and families are all invited to join — together, we can make this Christmas truly magical for kids who need it most.

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