WTVY-TV (Dothan, AL)

WTVY is a television station that operates on virtual channel 4 and UHF digital channel 36. It is affiliated with CBS and is based in Dothan, Alabama, serving the Wiregrass Region in the southeastern part of the state. The station is owned by Gray Television and has a sister station, WRGX-LD, which broadcasts as a low-powered dual NBC/CW+ affiliate on channel 23. Both WTVY and WRGX-LD share their studios located on North Foster Street in downtown Dothan, while their transmitter facilities are situated in Bethlehem, Florida, which is part of the Panama City market.

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#223329

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#48009

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‘Just end him’: Group of 5th grade girls accused of plotting to kill a boy at school

2 days ago | wtvy.com | Micaela Marshall |Casey Torres |Emily Van de Riet

SURPRISE, Ariz. (KPHO/Gray News) – Four elementary school girls in Arizona are accused of plotting to kill a classmate by stabbing him in a school bathroom. The case involves four girls, ages 10 and 11, who are fifth graders at Legacy Traditional School’s West Surprise campus. A newly released report from Surprise Police said the friends devised the plan during lunch and recess on Oct. 1, 2024.
2 women attacked in attempted kidnapping on vacation while walking back to their Airbnb

3 days ago | wtvy.com | Lindsey Stenger |Jordan Gartner
Houston and Dale County Sheriff’s offices latest to roll out app for residents

6 days ago | wtvy.com | Jacklynn Lambert

DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - Houston and Dale County Sheriff’s Offices are the latest to join the Sheriff app platform to improve communication with residents. Both agencies announced their respective apps this week with various capabilities for public safety. Users can stay up to date on emergencies and public safety information and access the sex offender registry maps. The apps will also provide access to inmate rosters and information related to the county jails.
Dothan school puts teacher’s health at risk, lawsuit claims

6 days ago | wtvy.com | Ken Curtis

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WTVY) -A Dothan teacher claims school administrators put her life at risk by denying her access to the internet so she could monitor glucose readings. Jolie Cannon filed a federal lawsuit this month that claims the school system violated her rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Cannon, a Dothan High teacher since 1999, alleged her diabetes is so severe she must monitor blood sugar continuously using data transmitted via the internet or cellular service.
The Warm-up Is Underway!

1 week ago | wtvy.com | David Paul

SYNOPSIS - Heat will be the big story over the next several days, with limited rain chances. A few showers and thunderstorms will pop this weekend, but the coverage will be low. As we head towards mid-week, highs will reach the middle to even upper 90s. TONIGHT– Mostly clear. Low near 73°. Winds light W. TOMORROW – Partly cloudy, isolated showers and thunderstorms. High near 93°. Winds N at 5 mph. TOMORROW NIGHT – Mostly clear. Low near 74°. Winds light & variable.
Upgrades coming to Rehobeth Walking Trail and Park

1 week ago | wtvy.com | Jacklynn Lambert

REHOBETH, Ala. (WTVY) - New construction is underway at Rehobeth Walking Trail and Park. Crews are tackling the latest of many projects the town is working on, such as adding an indoor facility for restrooms. Mayor Kimberly Trotter said the town has long been plagued by the lack of facilities at the park and walking trail, which many frequent. “We have noticed within the last 2 to 3 years, the walking trail gets used quite a bit,” Mayor Trotter said.
ZooWorld asking for help from public following break-in Monday

1 week ago | wtvy.com | Austin Maida

PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - A Panama City Beach Zoo was broken into Monday night. Now, they’re asking for the public’s help in identifying the suspect. “Animals were harassed. The individual broke into the farmyard. His efforts were located primarily in the farmyard. Due to the extensive security of ZooWorld, we were able to find our perpetrator, and we called BCSO as soon as possible,” said ZooWorld COO Erika Newell.
How Alabama’s REACH Act is transforming adult education

1 week ago | wtvy.com | Jacklynn Lambert

ENTERPRISE, Ala. (WTVY) - Alabama’s recently passed Restoring Educational Advancement of Completing High School (REACH) Act is providing a new pathway for former high school students looking to complete their education. It expands the High School Diploma Options (HSDO) Program through Alabama’s Community College System’s Adult Education Division. Alabama’s REACH Act lowers the age for adult education participation to 18 for those who left high school early.
Abbeville celebrates Juneteenth as an official Alabama state holiday

1 week ago | wtvy.com | Jacklynn Lambert

ABBEVILE, Ala. (WTVY) - Juneteenth celebrations are taking place across the country on Thursday, including in southeast Alabama and the city of Abbeville, as communities gather to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States. Abbeville’s Jolly Club joined in on the festivities with the city’s second annual Juneteenth celebration. Among those in attendance was State Representative Rick Rehm (R-Dothan), who introduced the bill that made this a state holiday in Alabama. Rep.
Gradually Turning Hotter

1 week ago | wtvy.com | David Paul

SYNOPSIS - Enough moisture will be present over the coming days for pop-up isolated showers and thunderstorms as we turn hotter. Highs will average in the lower 90s through the weekend. We’re looking even hotter next week, with highs in the middle 90s. TONIGHT– Partly cloudy to mostly clear. Low near 73°. Winds light W. TOMORROW – Partly cloudy, isolated showers and thunderstorms. High near 93°. Winds NW-W at 5-10 mph. TOMORROW NIGHT – Mostly clear. Low near 73°. Winds light & variable.