Dothan Eagle

The Dothan Eagle is a daily publication that caters to Dothan, Alabama and its neighboring areas. It was previously owned by the Thomson Corporation until the year 2000, when it changed hands to Media General. In 2012, Media General sold off many of its newspapers, including the Dothan Eagle, to its current owner, Berkshire Hathaway.

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Wes Whitfield hired as new Headland baseball coach

1 day ago | dothaneagle.com | David Mundee

Wes Whitfield, Headland High’s new head baseball coach, has no illusions about expectations of the Rams’ program. “It is a place that has tradition and is wanting to take that next step. I’m wanting to take that next step myself in the playoff situation,” Whitfield said in a Dothan Eagle interview Thursday night, a day after being hired at Headland, which has made the state playoffs 10 straight seasons highlighted by a state semifinal appearance in 2022 and a state quarterfinal team in 2023.
Birdsong is new Houston County baseball coach, Love now leading basketball as Brown leaves position

1 day ago | dothaneagle.com | David Mundee

Brett Birdsong is quickly back in as a high school baseball coach, veteran basketball coach Emmanuel Brown is looking at his options elsewhere and Damon Love is moving from coaching one sport to another. The three coaches are intertwined in changes at Houston County High School in Columbia.
Two Army officers, contractor presented 'Life Saving Awards'

2 days ago | dothaneagle.com | Michelle Mann

LEVEL PLAINS –Two Army officers and a civilian contractor were presented “Life Saving Awards” at the recent Level Plains City Council meeting. Capt. Chris Abernathy, Warrant Officer One Cameron Hefferman, and civilian contractor Josh McCall were honored for their “selfless response” to a life-threatening single vehicle accident that occurred on Highway 84 near Gladys Street May 24.
‘Protect our Bases Act’ introduced by Britt

2 days ago | dothaneagle.com | Michelle Mann

“As the threat of our foreign adversaries grows, especially from the Chinese Communist Party, it’s paramount that we secure our intelligence,” said U. S. Sen. Katie Britt as she and colleagues introduced the Protect our Bases Act this week.
Area students participate in summer cooperative education program

2 days ago | dothaneagle.com | Michelle Mann

TUSCALOOSA—Three local students are among 154 University of Alabama students who will receive hands-on, innovative and advanced educational experiences with dozens of companies and organizations across the United States through UA’s Cooperative Education Program during the summer 2025 semester.
Area students graduate from Troy University

2 days ago | dothaneagle.com | Michelle Mann

TROY—Troy University recognizes area students who completed the requirements for graduation during the Spring Semester and Term 4 of the 2024-2025 academic year. The Spring Semester includes graduates from the Troy campus. Term 4 graduates include students at Troy’s campuses in Dothan, Phenix City and Montgomery, along with teaching sites outside of Alabama and online.
Reset Mercantile named 'Best in Alabama'

2 days ago | dothaneagle.com | Michelle Mann

Dothan’s Reset Mercantile has been named the “Best Specialty Merchandise Retailer in Alabama.”The title was announced by The Guide to Alabama, a tourism publication that hosts the competition annually. The contest is an annual roundup of products and services voted “best” across the state.
Birdsong in, Brown leaves and Love shifts over in Houston County coaching changes

2 days ago | dothaneagle.com | David Mundee

Brett Birdsong is quickly back in as a high school baseball coach, veteran basketball coach Emmanuel Brown is looking at his options elsewhere and Damon Love is moving from coaching one sport to another. The three coaches are intertwined in changes at Houston County High School in Columbia.
Here's where to watch fireworks in the area

2 days ago | dothaneagle.com | Michelle Mann

Here’s what you need to know about Independence Day Celebrations in the area. Fort RuckerFort Rucker will host its annual Freedom Fest June 27 from 4 until 10 p.m. at the festival fields on post. This event is free and open to the publicFreedom Fest will feature food, fun activities for the whole family, one of the best fireworks displays in Wiregrass and musical guests, including headliner Walker Hayes. Other musical guests include Conor Clemmons and the Rock Mob.