fueldryer, Dothan is not a bad place to live. My son and future daughter-in-law are there. She works for the plant. I can ask about lodging if you want me to, they may know something. Theres a mall, a nice selection of places to eat and best of all you're only a hour away from the best beaches in the U.S.
If you get a chance drive down to Port St. Joe, about 2 hours away. I grew up there and although small and out of the way the beach is wonderful and the seafood is the best around. Destin is also nice, but more commercial, you'll find a Hard Rock Cafe and outlet malls there.
Update, here's one motel I remember seeing: Dothan National Golf Club & Hotel 238.91 per week plus tax. 334-677-3321