WDHN-TV (Dothan, AL )

WDHN is the ABC-affiliated TV station serving the Wiregrass Region of Southeastern Alabama. It is owned by Nexstar Broadcasting Group and is based in Dothan. The station broadcasts a high-definition digital signal on UHF channel 21, which is also accessible as virtual channel 18.1 through PSIP. The transmitter is located at the station's studios on AL 52 in Webb. Viewers can tune in to WDHN on Comcast, Bright House Networks, and Time Warner on channel 8, with high-definition options available on Bright House Networks digital channel 241 and Comcast digital channel 431. WDHN features a variety of syndicated shows, including Entertainment Tonight, Dr. Phil, The Doctors, Hot Bench, The Insider, The 700 Club, and Who Wants to Be a Millionaire.

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Wiregrass veterans tour war monuments in the nation’s capital

2 days ago | wdhn.com | Michael Rinker |Robert Smith

WASHINGTON, D.C. (WDHN) — Several Wiregrass veterans had the chance to visit the nation’s capital to see the monuments that honor the sacrifices made by our troops overseas. Funded and orchestrated by Wiregrass Honor Flights, these veterans were able to visit the Arlington National Cemetery, where they watched the changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. There, our local veterans were celebrated and thanked by other visitors for their service.
Missing Dothan teen

3 days ago | wdhn.com | Ashleigh Yuhas

Source: Dothan Police Facebook by: Ashleigh Yuhas Posted: Jun 4, 2025 / 08:56 AM CDT Updated: Jun 4, 2025 / 08:57 AM CDT DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) – According to Dothan Police, one Dothan teen has run away. Lontarious Reddick was last seen by his family at or near the 2000 block of Basin Avenue on June 1st.
Wiregrass resident announces his candidacy for Mayor of Avon

3 days ago | wdhn.com | Ashleigh Yuhas

AVON, Ala. (WDHN) – According to Rickey Stokes News, Evan Gardner announced his candidacy to become the mayor of Avon. Gardner said he has many goals for the community, which include improving and reconstructing the roads, clean overgrown vegetation that’s hurting the community and create more fire hydrants for a better water system in Avon. Rickey Stokes News said that Gardner mentions he is not a politician, but he wants to be able to represent the people of Avon.
Scattered thunderstorms look to return tomorrow!

3 days ago | wdhn.com | Jordan Ambrose

DOTHAN, ALA. (WDHN)– After some nice and dry days across the Wiregrass storms are expected to return across the region. Rain chances tonight should remain fairly low but an isolated shower cannot be ruled out. Tomorrow, rain returns to the Wiregrass as a trough slowly makes its way north. The great news is severe weather is not expected, but heavy rain and tropical downpours will definitely be on tap.
Longtime Dothan commissioner not seeking re-election

3 days ago | wdhn.com | Robert Smith

DOTHAN, Ala (WDHN) — Dothan’s District 2 Commissioner will not seek reelection. Aristotle Kirkland announced he would not run for another term during Tuesday morning’s commission meeting, saying the decision came after much prayer and reflection.
The Southeast Health Foundation hosting their annual fundraising GALA this June

4 days ago | wdhn.com | Ashleigh Yuhas

DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) – The Southeast Health Foundation is hosting their annual fundraising GALA this June, which will be sponsored by Brightspeed. The goal of the GALA is to spread awareness and support the HeartSafe initiative, which allows local businesses to get trained on CPR and make defibrillators available for everyone to use. Brightspeed wants the entire county to be HeartSafe certified, so Dothan can be the first county in the whole state to be a HeartSafe county.
Dry tomorrow but rain chances going up later this week!

4 days ago | wdhn.com | Jordan Ambrose

DOTHAN, ALA. (WDHN)–We are starting off dry this weekend across the Wiregrass and remaining that way at least for the next few days. Tonight, expect lows around 68 degrees with a near zero precent chance of rain. Rain chances will begin to gradually increase each day as a trough enters our region. This will cause rain chances to up up to around 50-60% after Wednesday. The good news is so far, severe weather is not expected with any of these thunderstorms.
Veteran holds fleeing suspect at gunpoint until Houston Co. deputies arrive: ‘I’m here to serve my community’

4 days ago | wdhn.com | Robert Smith

DOTHAN, Ala (WDHN)– A veteran and Houston County volunteer firefighter was one of two Houston County men thanked by law enforcement for catching a fleeing suspect by holding him at gunpoint for trespassing Sunday afternoon. “I’ll do it any day and every day, no matter how good or bad, I’m here just to serve my community,” said Nick Francis.
Samson teen who appeared on American Idol to play at Dothan Opera House

4 days ago | wdhn.com | Robert Smith

DOTHAN, Ala (WDHN) — A local up-and-coming country music artist will hit the big stage in the newly revamped Dothan Opera House. Samson native, Wright, will be performing at the Dothan Opera House on Saturday, July 12. The performance is a part of the ‘listening room’ sessions at the opera house. Wright was a standout on American Idol this past season. Since his audition, Wright says many have contacted him about performing in more intimate settings.
Alabama’s Miss America met with President Trump in the Oval Office

5 days ago | wdhn.com | Ashleigh Yuhas

According to the “Miss America” Instagram page, Miss America, Abbie Stockard, visited President Trump in the Oval Office. She discussed the Promise Fund with Trump, which is a non-profit organization that fights for early detection for breast and cervical cancer. The fund’s goal is to provide underserved women screenings, diagnosis, treatment and follow up care for the illnesses. Abbie was there with the CEO of the Promise Fund, Audrey Brown.