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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Founded1885|Population73,025|Peak73,025(2024)|CountyHouston County
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1885Railroad Junction: Southeast AL hub.
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1938Peanut Capital: National Peanut Festival.
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2010Modern Era: Dothan continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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2020Modern Growth: Dothan continued to grow as part of its metropolitan area.
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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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