Happy weekend, Dothan! In today’s happening-today edition: Farm to table dinner, K-PopFestKon, and Juneteenth Jubilee + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Local flavors take center stage: Landmark Park’s Farm to Table event is tonight at 6, featuring Chef Chelsea’s 90 percent locally sourced menu with watermelon salad, flank steak chimichurri, and Chilton County peach pudding -- get the full event details.
Funding for college plans: Dothan students attending Wallace Community College this fall can apply for the college's Foundations scholarships now. Applications opened June 17 and remain open through July 15, supporting Fall 2026 -- learn how to apply.
Event rules and guidelines: Juneteenth Jubilee is happening indoors today at the Dothan Civic Center due to weather. Free and family-friendly. Clear bags only, no weapons. Unlicensed food vendors will not be allowed -- see the venue changes.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Crave-worthy local comfort: When your week needs a quiet little win, River Nile Cafe delivers beignets that wreck willpower, roasted red pepper soup that hugs back, and a legit espresso bar for the necessary pep, all with small-town warmth that makes it an easy, repeatable Dothan habit.
Your next date spot: Seasons Restaurant is a family-owned local hangout with legit steaks, Gulf seafood, and a bar that pours something for everyone. House-made bread and that sneaky-good bread flight steal the show. Easy pick for weeknights when you want dinner to feel a little special.
RV life, made easy: Whether you’re hosting out-of-town RV friends or sneaking in a low-key staycation, Summer Breeze RV Park keeps things simple with all pull-through sites, clean showers and laundry, Wi‑Fi, a dog park and even a storm shelter. Quiet spot just off 231, with pickleball courts on the way.
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05 — The event calendar Around town today & tomorrowOur favorite events going on the rest of this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🚗 Wiregrass Cars And Coffee @ Dunkin' | Saturday (6/20) at 8:00 AM – Whether you baby a barn-find classic or commute in a dented daily, this Wiregrass Cars and Coffee meet welcomes all makes and models. Park, sip, and swap stories, then judge the mods silently, with kindness, and a mouthful of donut crumbs.
🎤 K-PopFestKon @ Dothan Civic Center | Saturday (6/20) at 10:00 AM – A K-pop collectors' convention lands in Dothan, turning Peanut Capital pride into a paradise for K-pop and adjacent fandoms. Expect merch hunts, mashups, and photo cards traded like baseball cards, only shinier. Even if you think BTS means behind the scenes, you’ll fit right in.
✊ Juneteenth Jubilee @ Porter Park & Events Plaza | Saturday (6/20) at 12:01 PM – Whether you come for the history, the music, or to hear Dr. Umar in person, this free Juneteenth celebration at Porter Park delivers live performances, vendors, and community energy. Think family reunion vibes without the side-eye over potato salad, plus The Hood News Lady reporting.
🎨 ArtFX: A Session of Sound and Color @ Wiregrass Museum of Art | Saturday (6/20) at 12:30 PM – Afternoon at the gallery means one thing, a live DJ spinning to the art like it paid their rent. It is free, all ages, and surprisingly soulful, the rare mashup where you can nod to a beat, critique brushstrokes, and still be home by dinner.
🎲 June Board Game Day @ Geekz Haven | Saturday (6/20) at 1:00 PM – Relive your glory days at a retro board game hang, no babysitting required. Expect Clue, Monopoly, Scrabble, Uno, and oddballs like Pac-Man Quoridor and Tamagotchi Collections. It’s free, there are treats, and someone walks out with a LEGO Monkey Palace.
🎉 Summer Reading Celebration @ Barnes & Noble | Saturday (6/20) – Call it the biggest party of the summer, measured in bookmarks. Young readers take the spotlight with stories, crafts, and no small amount of sticker swagger, while the grown-ups bask in AC, take pictures, and pretend glitter is a lifestyle.
🏆 Press Thornton Future Masters @ Dothan Country Club | Saturday (6/20) – Grab your polite golf clap and head out for the Press Thornton Future Masters, a tradition-soaked junior tournament where swings are pure, stakes feel real, and the fairways double as your weekend steps. Watch tomorrow’s tour names before the agents, autographs, and pricey sponsors. Live music & entertainment:
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06 — The Dothan report Weather forecastToday — High: 85°F — Low: 72°F — Precip: 75%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7am and 10am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 10am and 11am, then showers and thunderstorms between 11am and 2pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely between 2pm and 4pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely between 4pm and 5pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny. High near 85, with temperatures falling to around 81 in the afternoon. West northwest wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7pm and 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. West southwest wind around 0 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Tomorrow — High: 87°F — Low: 74°F — Precip: 62%
A chance of rain showers between 7am and 10am, then showers and thunderstorms likely between 10am and 4pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Partly sunny, with a high near 87. Southwest wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. Later: Showers and thunderstorms likely before 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 74. Chance of precipitation is 60%. This house is wildThe Cunningham floorplan blends easy function with standout style, featuring two handy entries, one through the garage mudroom and another via the large covered porch. Its open-concept kitchen, great room, and dining area make the main level feel bright and connected. A private primary retreat, dual vanities, two walk-in closets, loft, and bonus room add plenty of flexibility.
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