Carmen Fuentes

Anchor, WTVY

Dothan, AL

Carmen was born and raised in Elkton, Maryland, but he is no stranger to Alabama.

He graduated in May 2019, from Huntingdon College in Montgomery, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communications with a Minor in Political Science.

While studying, Carmen won a conference championship playing Division 3 Men’s Lacrosse, was a PA announcer for his college’s athletic operations, and interned at our sister station, WSFA.

Carmen attended Huntingdon College on a choir scholarship, after earning All-State honors in high school.

When he’s not anchoring or watching news, you can find him refereeing flag football in Dothan.

Carmen tells us he is an animal lover – especially cats and dogs. He has 3 cats and hopes to adopt a dog soon.

Carmen started reporting for WTVY in August 2019 before he began anchoring News 4 This Morning and Live at Lunch in May 2020.

In January 2022, Carmen began co-anchoring News 4 at 5 and 6 with Taylor Pollock after long-time anchor Reginald Jones retired.

News

Residents react to the largest rise in inflation in decades

Inflation taking its toll on Dothan shoppers

Updated: Apr. 14, 2022 at 6:49 PM CDT

By Carmen Fuentes

Dothan shoppers explain the price increase they're seeing at the grocery store.

News

Enterprise families remember March 1, 2007

Enterprise families remember 2007 tornado

Updated: Mar. 2, 2022 at 2:26 PM CST

By Carmen Fuentes

Mother's of Andrew "A.J." Jackson, Katie Strunk, and Ryan Mohler recall what happened March 1st, 2007.

Holidays

Parade crews put final touches on floats ahead of Dothan Mardi Gras parade

Updated: Feb. 25, 2022 at 6:45 PM CST

By Carmen Fuentes

Wow-ing the crowd doesn’t come without long hours of hard work.

Agriculture

Supply chain issues, high costs could affect local farmers

Updated: Feb. 3, 2022 at 4:12 PM CST

By Carmen Fuentes

Local farmers could see shipping delays and higher costs for herbicides this season.

Wiregrass Wellness

SE Health celebrates Heart Health Month

Updated: Feb. 2, 2022 at 7:01 PM CST

By Carmen Fuentes

Heart Health Month runs Feb. 1st - 28th

Dothan

Feb. 1st is National Unclaimed Property Day.

Dothan sales tax revenue off to a hot start as first quarter ends

Updated: Feb. 2, 2022 at 6:51 PM CST

By Carmen Fuentes

Dothan saw record sales tax numbers in January 2022 compared to January 2021.

Education

Superintendents from Dothan City, Houston County, Geneva City, and Geneva County schools...

Superintendents collaborate to make unified school calendar

Updated: Jan. 25, 2022 at 4:06 PM CST

By Carmen Fuentes

Superintendents collaborate to make unified school calendar.

News

Floyd Rogers Remembers 9/11 Pentagon Attack

Pentagon survivor remembers 9/11

Updated: Sep. 9, 2021 at 6:35 PM CDT

By Carmen Fuentes

Floyd Rodgers, a former Ft. Rucker official, was at the Pentagon on September 11th.

Safety

Collision Division (WTVY Live Interview)

Collision Division: Live Interview

Updated: Jul. 1, 2021 at 7:49 AM CDT

By Gray DC Newsroom and Carmen Fuentes

After InvestigateTV and the Gray Television Washington News Bureau published a report detailing the inequities in automobile crash testing when it comes to NHTSA’s 5-Star Safety Program, lawmakers on both sides of Capitol Hill have begun efforts to make crash testing more equal — efforts with bipartisan support.

News

How to protect your home and business from cyberattacks

Cyber security protection

Updated: Jun. 30, 2021 at 6:00 PM CDT

By Carmen Fuentes

How to ensure your networks are protected.

Wiregrass

Walter Hill discusses "Favorite Recipes"

Interview: Walter Hill discusses his new cookbook with News 4′s Carmen Fuentes

Updated: Jun. 24, 2021 at 3:59 AM CDT

By Justin Walker and Carmen Fuentes

CEO of the Wiregrass United Way Walter Hill’s mother, Virginia, would have turned 100 years old on May 31st. She passed away a few years ago. To keep her spirit alive, Hill authored a cookbook filled with some of his mother’s favorite recipes.

Crime

Dothan police are in a stand-off with a suspect who has stolen a Dothan K-9 vehicle. (WTVY)

Dothan Police standoff ends with suspect surrender

Updated: Jun. 16, 2021 at 7:49 AM CDT

By Carmen Fuentes and Ken Curtis

A stand-off between Dothan Police and a suspect that stole a k-9 vehicle ended after the suspect surrendered.

WATCH: One-on-One with DCC Golf Course Superintendent Steven Smith

Updated: Jun. 25, 2020 at 11:26 PM CDT

By Stephen Crews and Carmen Fuentes

One-on-One with DCC Golf Course Superintendent Steven Smith

Future Masters: One-on-One with Aaron McCreight with Visit Dothan

Future Masters Golf Tournament: One-on-One with Aaron McCreight of Visit Dothan

Updated: Jun. 24, 2020 at 10:20 PM CDT

By Stephen Crews and Carmen Fuentes

The Future Masters Golf Tournament is big for the city of Dothan.

Scarlett Chramer talks with WTVY's Carmen Fuentes about this year's Tee Off for Kids Golf...

CAC Tee Off For Kids Golf Tournament Set for September 17

Updated: Jun. 24, 2020 at 7:33 AM CDT

By Stephen Crews and Carmen Fuentes

The Annual Golf Ball Drop will take place at 11:30 at the putting green.

Sports

Future Masters Golf Tournament - One-on-One with Mac Steltenpohl

Updated: Jun. 24, 2020 at 7:19 AM CDT

By Stephen Crews and Carmen Fuentes

Mac Steltenpohl of Dothan had his first start this week in Dothan Future Masters Golf Tournament.

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News

Anniston Police Chief: 6 people shot at graduation party

Updated: 8 hours ago

By Bria Chatman

Officers said gunfire was exchanged. Seven people were injured and six of them were shot. All of the injuries were non-life threatening according to Chief Bowles.

News

Geneva County attempted murder suspect in custody

Updated: 10 hours ago

By Stephen Crews

Thomas has been transported to the Geneva County Jail where he will face numerous charges.

National

Medicare recipients to see premium cut — but not until 2023

Updated: 12 hours ago

By The Associated Press

That reflects what Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra says was an overestimate in costs of covering a controversial new Alzheimer’s drug.

News

‘It’s a big resource demand’: UAB grapples with gun violence surge

Updated: 12 hours ago

By Jennifer Horton

Gun violence is a growing problem across the country and here at home. Almost every day we report a tragic shooting in our area and whether the victim survived. The often untold story – how this growing number of victims impacts a local hospital we all depend on for care.

News

A dry and sunny Memorial Day weekend

Updated: 12 hours ago

By Zach Hatcher

Cooler than average temperatures will rush into the Wiregrass overnight as we get into the upper 50s to lower 60s.

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Dothan a top location for remote workers

Updated: 15 hours ago

By Justin McNelley

Dothan was ranked 80th on the company's list.

News

Dothan dental school announcement expected soon

Updated: May. 26, 2022 at 8:14 PM CDT

By Ken Curtis

The Alabama Legislature approved $3.5 million for the facility, the first of several of its kind planned in the state.

News

Alabama’s school safety plans in focus following Texas mass shooting

Updated: May. 26, 2022 at 6:53 PM CDT

By Erin Davis

In the past few years, the Alabama Legislature has allocated over $3 million for mental health services for Alabamians and its students.

News

ALEA launches new safety campaign

Updated: May. 26, 2022 at 6:45 PM CDT

By Rosanna Smith

The Alabama Law Enforcements Agency’s new multifaceted campaign, 101 Days of Safety, kicks off Friday at 12:01 a.m. as many prepare to hit the road headed to their Memorial Day weekend destinations.

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May 2022 Silent Hero of the Wiregrass: Hibachi Joe

Updated: May. 26, 2022 at 6:07 PM CDT

By Taylor Pollock

A Dothan man is on a mission to spread kindness through his gift of cooking. For those hard at work, down on their luck, or someone who just seems like they could use a good meal.

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Bobcat recovering after getting hit by a car on Highway 231

Updated: May. 26, 2022 at 5:45 PM CDT

By Sayona Khandwalla

The Bear Creek Feline Center in Panama City, assisted other officials at the scene. The bobcat suffered trauma to its hips and a broken leg.