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Dothan, Alabama

Located in Houston County, Alabama, Dothan was established in 1885. Dothan is the 'Peanut Capital of the World.'. The National Peanut Festival draws over 100,000 visitors.
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Founded 1885 | Population 73,025 | Peak 73,025 (2024) | County Houston County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Dothan, Alabama

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1885 Railroad Junction: Southeast AL hub.
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1938 Peanut Capital: National Peanut Festival.
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2010 Modern Era: Dothan continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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2020 Modern Growth: Dothan continued to grow as part of its metropolitan area.
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Latest News in Dothan

May 11, 2016
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Aug 9, 2015
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Jun 22, 2015
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Apr 20, 2015
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Complete Historical Timeline

1885 Transport
Railroad Junction
1938 Business
Peanut Capital
2010 Culture
Modern Era
2020 Culture
Modern Growth

Did You Know?

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Dothan is the 'Peanut Capital of the World.'.
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The National Peanut Festival draws over 100,000 visitors.
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Located in the Wiregrass region near FL and GA borders.
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Dothan is located in Houston County, Alabama.
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Dothan was founded in 1885.

Famous People from Dothan, Alabama

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Donna D'Errico
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Johnny Mack Brown
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Mark Walker
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Heather Whitestone
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