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Hi Dothan, we made it to Thursday!
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: Drive-in laser light show, Zerbini Family Circus, and Annie at the opera house + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.
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📰 In the news
A day of family fun: Dothan’s third annual Walk for Life returns April 11 at Forever Wild Trails, with a Kids’ Zone and a Pastor Dash. Registration is $30 through March 25 — get all the event details.
Community funding at risk: After a State Department directive halted passport services at libraries, Dothan Houston County Library System is urging support for a bill that could restore them within 30 days of enactment — get all the details.
Spectacle under the stars: A drive-in laser light show will light up the Peanut Festival Fairgrounds March 27 and 28 with lasers and music. Admission is $35 per carload for a fun Dothan night — get all the details.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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💎 Local business spotlight
Tickets, anyone? Southeast Alabama Community Theatre brings Annie to the Dothan Opera House March 10–14, a bright midweek pick-me-up. Rally a friend, hum “Tomorrow,” and soak up hometown charm that hits different. A little sparkle, catchy tunes, and plucky optimism… right when you need it.
Chili dog nostalgia: No-fuss, all-flavor chili dogs, slaw dogs, and the gloriously messy Soggy Dog at Honey’s Hotdogs deliver a midweek pick-me-up. Comforting, a little chaotic, and very Dothan, these classics hit the spot and quiet cravings with ease.
Feed your TBR: Curated shelves, friendly recs, and low-key book chats make Downtown Books a neighborhood spot that cures reading ruts. Inside, a staff pick or two might hijack your weekend plans, in the best couch-and-tea way: cozy, surprising, and exactly what your TBR needed.
\*These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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📆 Dothan for grown ups
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
📖 Bell/Hazelwood Book Club @ Dothan Houston County Library System – Main Library | Thursday (3/12) at 10:00 AM – Trade your doomscrolling for a smart, guided book chat at the Main Library, where the author’s life actually matters. Expect a moderator to steer talk through structure, themes, and plot, with enough context to spark real conversation, not polite nods.
🎉 Emsculpt Neo and Exion Launch Party @ Aesthetically Renewed | Thursday (3/12) at 4:00 PM – Curious if EmSculpt Neo and EXION can firm, slim, and smooth without a gym membership? Hit the launch party for free demos and consults, giveaways, event pricing, and the win-win, a $25 ticket that becomes a $50 gift card when you complete the consult.
🎨 Read a Little Art a Lot Workshop @ Wiregrass Museum of Art | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Have a kid who loves books and art? Kylie Parker’s one-day workshop mirrors the Read a Little Art A Lot camp, reading a story then making an art project, for ages 5 to 8, members $20, not-yet-members $25, and you get a breather.
🥂 Saturday Brunch With The Gals @ Blue Moon Cafe | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – This low-key Saturday brunch is your sanctioned escape from errands, carpools, and the group text that never picks a date. Bring your favorite gals, settle in for real conversation, strong coffee, and leisurely bites, and remember what quality time tastes like. Say yes to you.
🍺 Big Creek Tap Takeover @ The Thirsty Pig Food Truck & Craft Beer Taproom | Saturday (3/14) at 4:00 PM – Big Creek is taking over The Thirsty Pig for a two-hour blast of specialty taps, limited releases, and pleasantly dangerous variety. Sip from crisp to decadent, trade tasting notes like you meant to, then stick around as Smoke & Steel bring bluegrass, and unwinding.
🍀 St. Paddy’s Party @ Folklore Brewing & Meadery | Saturday (3/14) at 5:00 PM – Break out your green and wander to Folklore for a St. Paddy’s hang with pints, green beer for the brave, and an Irish-ish menu from Blue Moon Cafe. Sip, snack, and drop your name in for Dothan Songwriter’s Festival tickets, because luck favors the thirsty.
🎭 MOL Krewe Recruitment Mixer @ The Velvet Art Gallery | Saturday (3/14) at 6:00 PM – Thinking about joining a Mardi Gras krewe that builds community? Swing by this co-ed mixer to meet the Mystics of Luminous, ask questions, and toss your name in the hat. No glitter required, just a pop of green, and a little Wiregrass parade spirit.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Dothan report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 68°F – Low: 41°F – Precip: 79%
Showers and thunderstorms before 8am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8am and 11am. Some of the storms could produce heavy rain. Mostly sunny. High near 68, with temperatures falling to around 62 in the afternoon. North northwest wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between three quarters and one inch possible. Later: Clear, with a low around 41. North northeast wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 69°F – Low: 48°F – Precip: 3%
Sunny, with a high near 69. East southeast wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 48.
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