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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The final 5: Here’s who’s running for Dothan superintendent

1 day ago | wtvy.com | Ken Curtis

DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - The search for Dothan’s new school superintendent was narrowed to five finalists on Thursday. Among them are two long-time educators who have worked in Dothan City Schools. Dr. Donnie Chambers is a Houston County School System principal who spent nearly 20 years with Dothan City Schools. Dr. Charles Corbett is a Dothan native who has spent more than two decades in education. He is a former Dothan principal and presently the system’s director of student services.
Police hunt for teen who escaped lockup

2 days ago | wtvy.com | Ken Curtis

DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - Troy University Dothan administration placed the school on lockdown as police search for a teen who escaped from the Southeast Alabama Youth Services. The lockup is along Horace Shepard Road, about a half mile from the juvenile detention center, often referred to as a diversion center. Authorities did not immediately provide a description of the escapee. Officers used a tracking dog and other resources in their pursuit of the escaped teen.
New vape restrictions directly impact Alabama school boards

3 days ago | wtvy.com | Bryan Henry

WEST ALABAMA, Ala. (WBRC) - New changes have taken effect with the state’s vape restrictions, and those new guidelines will directly impact your local school board. This all stems from State House Bill 8 with a particular aim towards protecting Alabama’s children. Based on the reading of House Bill 8, it requires local school boards to come up with vape programs to create awareness and prevention.
Dozens of cats rescued from hoarding case in Shelby County after Facebook post sparks emergency intervention

3 days ago | wtvy.com | James Giles

HARPERSVILLE, Ala. (WBRC) - One hundred or more cats are getting a second chance at life after an animal rescue group stepped in to save them from possible euthanasia—just hours after Shelby County authorities confiscated more than 50 cats from a hoarding situation in Harpersville on June 2. The dramatic rescue unfolded quickly. Officials say the cats were taken from a single owner, whom Harpersville Police have now labeled a hoarder.
Rain Chances Return Later This Week

4 days ago | wtvy.com | David Paul

SYNOPSIS - Changes are on the way as we head through the week. Moisture levels will begin increasing Tuesday, with scattered showers and thunderstorms Wednesday as even deeper moisture arrives. We’ll keep the chance for pop-up showers and thunderstorms going through the weekend. TONIGHT– Clear. Low near 65°. Winds light NE. TOMORROW – Sunny to partly cloudy, a stray evening shower south. High near 92°. Winds ESE at 5-15 mph. TOMORROW NIGHT – Partly cloudy. Low near 71°. Winds E at 5 mph.
Political signs are popping up. Candidates warned.

4 days ago | wtvy.com | Ken Curtis

DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - The city of Dothan’s top election official reminded candidates this morning about signage regulations. City Clerk Wendy Shiver acted after receiving complaints about the placement of political signs. In a letter, Shiver sent regulations to candidates ahead of municipal elections in August. Signs are not permitted on the public right-of-way, may not be attached to trees or buildings, and may not obstruct the view of intersections.
Why Charles Ashley Ingram is proud to be a farmer

4 days ago | wtvy.com | Ryan Dugger

PANSEY, Ala. (WTVY) - Farming has been in the Ingram family for over five generations. It got into Charles Ashley Ingram’s blood in response to a few words from his father. “He just told me to go to work,” chuckled Ingram. “I’ve been farming since I was old enough to drive a tractor.”Ingram’s passion for it grew as he did, leading him to continue his father’s work in Houston County.
Here are the new laws taking effect July 1 in Georgia

5 days ago | wtvy.com | Tim Darnell

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - A host of new Georgia laws will take effect July 1. Here are some of the most interesting and notable. SB 244: Establishes a system for compensating individuals who were wrongfully convicted and incarcerated in the state. It also includes provisions allowing defendants to recover attorney’s fees and costs if they are successful in disqualifying a prosecuting attorney for misconduct.
Did you know? Interesting things celebrated in June

5 days ago | wtvy.com | Beyla Walker

DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY)—We are almost halfway through 2025, entering June. While the official start of summer is a celebration in its own right, there are other things people are excited about. Below are some fun facts about national celebrations in June:National Dairy Month - Vegans, this one isn’t for you. began in 1937, originally known as National Milk Month was introduced to encourage people to drink milk. Now, it’s encouraged to try things beyond milk.
A More Pleasant Weekend Awaits!

1 week ago | wtvy.com | Ryan Dugger

SYNOPSIS - Much drier air will follow Friday’s very broken line of showers and thunderstorms to supply an unseasonably cool transition into June. Saturday and Sunday will host lows in the lower to middle 60s and highs in the 80s before more heat seeps in early next week. Rain chances will pop back up later as deeper moisture returns. TONIGHT– Clouds clearing overnight. Low near 63°. Winds NW at 5-10 mph. TOMORROW – Sunny with a few clouds late. High near 86°. Winds NW at 5-10 mph.