Dothan

Introduction One of the largest industries located in Dothan, Alabama today is peanut farming. Known as the “Peanut Capital of the World”, an astonishing half of the peanuts in the United States of America were produced within a 100-mile radius of Dothan Alabama (Alabama Farmers Federation). Dothan is also home to the Alabama Peanut Producers Association an organization that is interested in promotion, research and educational activities dedicated to enhancing the peanut industry (Thompson, 2013). Currently there are about 9 peanut farms located in Dothan. On average, Dothan produces about 400 million pounds of peanuts a year and that number is expecting to increase in years to come. In addition, Dothan holds National Peanut Festival that…

Davis & Associates is a law firm in Dothan, AL, with more than 36 years of experience practicing elder law. Their attorneys serve southeast Alabama, and they help clients with everything from pursuing social security disability to understanding probate law. The team at Davis & Associates believes everyone deserves quality representation, especially those who are permanently disabled and don’t always have advocates willing to fight for them. Qualifying for social security disability is…

If you need to replace your carpets or your flooring, it’s important to choose materials that are eco-friendly. At Surplus Warehouse in Dothan, Alabama, the friendly and knowledgeable team helps everyone from homeowners and landlords to small businessmen and house flippers choose home improvement materials that are safe for their health and the planet. For more than 130 years, the partners at Surplus Warehouse have been providing high-quality building supplies at affordable prices. Buying a…

As the prices of natural gas, heating oil, and electricity continue to rise, homeowners are seeking ways to lower their monthly energy burden in new and creative ways. Metal roofing and siding have proven to be extremely affordable and energy efficient alternatives to asphalt, slate, and other traditional materials. Dixieland Metals of Alabama, the premier purveyors of roofing materials in Dothan, AL, explain why metal roofing is such an environmentally friendly and cost effective choice for…

At M. Adam Jones & Associates, LLC, we know how stressful a car accident can be. Between the medical bills, insurance claims, auto repairs, and emotional distress, accident victims can often become overwhelmed. If you have questions regarding your legal options following a car accident, a Dothan, AL auto accident lawyer can help familiarize you with the lawsuit process. Here are seven common car accident lawsuit questions and answers. 7 Common Car Accident Lawsuit Questions Do I Need an Auto…

Filing a Sexual Harassment Complaint The Dothan City School System includes a process for filing a sexual harassment complaint in their Personnel Board Policies under Section 5.14, sub - section(s) 5.14.3 and 5.14.4. Sexual harassment is recognized by the Dothan City Schools Board of Education (DCBOE) as a form of sexual discrimination which is prohibited by anyone connected to or representing the DCBOE. The system has both an informal and formal complaint process in place. The informal…

What workplace is complete without piping hot coffee? No matter what industry you're in – if the hours are long, there's nothing like a hot beverage to get you through to the end. No one understands that better than Buffalo Rock Company! For well over 100 years, Dothan, AL's leading refreshments purveyor has provided workplaces with commercial coffee makers, vending machines, and every pick-me-up people need to work their hardest. If your staff runs on coffee, there are many advantages to…

a Nordic god, in Thor. There was debate about whether or not a man of color should play the character, but Branagh defends himself by saying that Elizabeth Taylor played Cleopatra and other white actors played people of color, yet he gets hate for being a man of color playing a white character. Racism has been a dominant force in media for years, starting with minstrel shows that demeaned African Americans. Bamboozled, directed by Spike Lee, tells a story about a modern day minstrel show that…

When the weather starts to get colder, pests such as mice want to get inside your warm home. It's important to learn effective ways of keeping these pests out of your home and how an exterminator can help if they still manage to sneak in. The pest control experts at Tabor Pest Control, located in Dothan, AL, explain the common ways that mice can enter your home. When the weather gets cold, mice look for a safe and warm place to build a nest. Due to their small size, mice are able to enter a home…

Afflicting nearly 30 million Americans, type 2 diabetes is characterized by blood glucose levels that are significantly above normal, indicating that not enough insulin is being produced or that the body is unable to process it. In essence, sugar builds up in the blood, which can lead to a number of serious complications, including heart disease, blindness, kidney failure and the need for lower-extremity amputation. As a team of physicians that specializes in cardiac testing, internal medicine…