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February 19, 2009

Helping others is natural outlet for 2-1-1 Call Center volunteer

Fran Weaver-Holden does not believe in sitting on the sideline. When it comes to helping her neighbors, she wants to be involved.

Call 2-1-1: Discover your link to community services

It has grown tremendously in just one year. Wiregrass United Way 2-1-1 celebrated its first birthday February 11, and it did so in conjunction with the National Information and Referral Service Agencies Day.

February 12, 2009

Alzheimer’s Resource Center, WCC prepare for annual conference

Caregivers of all skill levels will have the opportunity to glean helpful information during the 20th annual Alzheimer’s Conference, sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Resource Center and the Wallace Community College Continuing Education Department.

February 05, 2009

Michael Schmitz answers heart’s call to serve others

While most young men his age are thinking of college careers or future employment, Michael Schmitz, 18, has his heart set on another type of work - helping orphans in foreign lands.

Dressing for success

They came. They saw. And they had some questions answered. When the proposal for a standardized dress code for students in the Dothan City School System was first announced in November of last year, a lot of skepticism and even negative attitudes were voiced. Undaunted, DCS officials took a proactive approach to getting the message out to both the students and their parents.

January 30, 2009

Joyce wants to stop water problems before they start

Do you have a problem with water leaking into your dwelling or business? Are you tired of trial-and-error methods that do not seem to solve the problem? If so, Jim Joyce Jr., CEO/president of Southeastern Polymers Company (SEPCO) is looking for you.

Rice, Eubanks close out banking careers

Combined, they have nearly 80 years of banking experience. At the close of the business day at the MidSouth Bank in Ashford January 30, Elrena Rice, 66, and Gale Eubanks, 63, said goodbye to co-workers and customers and enter a long-awaited life as happy retirees.

January 23, 2009

Local residents see Obama’s inauguration as fulfillment of MLK’s dream

“I, Barack Hussein Obama, do solemnly swear that I will faithfully execute the Office of President of the United States, and will to the best of my ability, preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States, so help me God.” With that oath of office, administered by Chief Justice John Roberts at noon EST Tuesday, Mr. Obama became the 44th president of the United States.

January 14, 2009

Community activities will celebrate MLK holiday and inauguration

History will come to life next week as the Wiregrass area prepares to celebrate two events. On Monday, the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. will be remembered for the work he accomplished as a leader in the Civil Rights Movement. Following closely on the heels of that remembrance will come the inauguration of the 44th president of the United States, Barack Obama, on Tuesday at 11 a.m. central time. Both occasions will be celebrated with local events.

MVP participants turn in impressive showing

When he introduced the MVP Program to the youth of Henry County in the summer of 2008, the Rev. Joseph Spears envisioned an opportunity to develop young minds and bodies into productive citizens. Now, less than a year into the process, the Rev. Spears, pastor of St. Peter A.M.E. Church of Headland, believes the Men of Valor and Purpose (MVP) Program, which utilizes sports to teach discipline, has surpassed even his expectations.

Temple Emanu-El Sisterhood will hold art auction

For more than 30 years, the Sisterhood of Temple Emanu-El of Dothan has hosted an art auction to benefit various non-profit agencies and charities in the community. At the same time, local art enthusiasts have been able to add some noteworthy art pieces to their collections.

January 05, 2009

DWAL offers creative avenue for area artists

They come in all talent ranges. They work in a variety of media. They are in all stages of life. While they may differ in a variety of ways, they all have one thing in common - a passion for art. Combined, they form the Dothan Wiregrass Art League, which is housed in the Cultural Arts Center on South St. Andrews Street.

Sharing the Christmas spirit

It looked like a holiday showplace. And it was the perfect setting for the residents of The Terrace at Grove Park to share the Christmas season with their family members.

December 17, 2008

Celebrating a Victorian-style Christmas at Landmark Park

They came. They saw. They learned about the past. More importantly, they gave. Visitors to Landmark Park’s annual Victorian Christmas were treated to an old-fashioned holiday event that featured wagon rides, cane syrup making and many other events that would have been commonplace on a late 19th century farmstead. But the 1,600 or so visitors did more than soak up the atmosphere of days gone by. They also opened their hearts to help others have a brighter Christmas.

December 11, 2008

Celebrate Christmas Victorian-style at Landmark Park

It’s a holiday tradition that started in December 1979, and it will continue this Sunday as Landmark Park hosts its annual Victorian Christmas. From 1-4 p.m., the public is invited to attend the open house and celebration of the season at Landmark Park. There is no official entry fee, but visitors are asked to bring a non-perishable food item with them to be donated to the Wiregrass Area United Way Food Bank.

Brannon family members ring bell to honor their brother

The nine children of Joe Bill Brannon (deceased) and Wilma Brannon, 85, of Cowarts, have not allowed their family lives or their work schedules to separate them. In fact, they gather once a month just to reflect on what is happening in their lives. Saturday was no exception, well, except for the fact that they gathered at the Food Court entry to Wiregrass Commons for a special occasion - to man the red kettle for The Salvation Army.

Hobby turns into business for Newville’s Tracy Dunlap

At the bottom of her business card is this biblical message: “Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven,” which is found in Matthew 5:16. It’s a message Tracy Dunlap, owner of This Little Light of Mine Country Candle Company in Newville, takes to heart.

December 03, 2008

Huckabee makes stop in city to promote his new book

Mike Huckabee, former governor of Arkansas, had aspirations of being president of the United States. But his aspirations were put on hold once he realized Sen. John McCain of Arizona had built a large enough lead in the delegate count to gain the Republican Party’s nomination. He bowed out and gave his support to his one-time rival.

December 02, 2008

93.7 Kickin’ Country dedicated to making Christmas a little brighter

Amie Pollard and Ken Carlile, morning show hosts of Pollard and K.C. with 93.7 Kickin’ Country, may be new to the call letters, but they are not new to the Wiregrass community. For years, the duo has helped children, organizations and several other functions during their time of need, and this year will be no different.

December 01, 2008

City, Downtown Group map out plans for Christmas celebration

Let it snow! Let them sing! Let them dance! And let the visitors come to see what is happening in downtown Dothan. Those are a few of the wishes held by the organizers of Dothan’s fourth annual Downtown Christmas.

Ashford community lends support to families in need

Children have a natural ability to bring joy into the lives of those they meet. When children are touched by catastrophic ailments, their stories, their struggles and their hopes for a complete recovery can bring a wide range of reactions from the people they interact with on a daily basis.

November 20, 2008

Visit Dothan’s past with keepsake publication

After many months of collecting photographs, tracking down identifications and hearing the stories behind the photographs, Stephanie Madden, special events coordinator for the Dothan Eagle, can breathe a sigh of relief. The first volume of “Dothan: Our People. Our Story” has been printed and is available for purchase.

Roane Lawler reflects on his career in law enforcement

After a 33-year career in law enforcement, Roane Lawler, 62, has decided it’s time to begin a new phase in his life. Instead of pursuing criminals and solving crimes, grandchildren, a farm, gardening, golf and other hobbies will now occupy Lawler’s time.

November 13, 2008

Ashford’s Kristen Bernard gains valuable leadership training as national delegate

She considers it another step in her development. And it’s another link in the chain that will enable her to pursue her life-long dream.

November 06, 2008

Festival will celebrate heritage of American Indians

Bright regalia, the sound of drums and other musical instruments, chiefs in full headdress. These are some of the sights and sounds that will be seen and heard during the American Indian History Month Festival, which will be held Saturday, November 22, in the Dothan Civic Center. The event, which is open to the public and hosted by the Multi-Cultural Initiative for Change, will be held from 5-10 p.m.

October 30, 2008

DPD urges caution for Halloween events

The city of Dothan will observe Halloween from 5-8 p.m. Friday. During that time period, the Dothan Police Department encourages all participants to exercise caution and common sense. Parents, says Officer Thomas Davis, DPD public information officer, should set the tone for the evening’s events.

October 15, 2008