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LANE CLOSURE SCHEDULED FOR SOUTH PINETREE BOULEVARD

The City of Thomasville Wastewater Department staff will begin work along South Pinetree Boulevard beginning Monday, August 16th. Crews will be repairing thirty feet of service main along South Pinetree Boulevard at the intersection of Longleaf Drive. The work is expected to take place between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. and is expected to last one day. There will be a temporary lane closure for westbound traffic while the work is being completed. Travelers in the area are...

Posted on Aug 12, 2021

GEORGIA & FLORIDA RAILWAY SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE OF RAILROAD CROSSINGS

Georgia & Florida Railway (GFRR) has notified the City of Thomasville of scheduled maintenance and repairs on the railroad crossings along West Walcott Street between Oak Street and North Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, and Oak Street between West Walcott Street and Merill Street on Thursday, August 12th. “According to the information provided to the City of Thomasville, the railroad crossings along West Walcott Street between Oak Street and North Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, and Oak...

Posted on Aug 11, 2021

TEMPORARY LANE CLOSURE SCHEDULED FOR EAST JACKSON STREET

City of Thomasville Water Department crews will begin work along East Jackson Street on Tuesday, August 10th. Crews will be capping a service line along East Jackson Street between Dawson and Crawford Streets. The work is scheduled to begin at 6:00 p.m. and is expected to last four hours. There will be a temporary lane closure in the westbound lane while the work is being completed. Travelers in this area are encouraged to use caution while using the detour, prepare for potential traffic...

Posted on Aug 6, 2021

TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE SCHEDULED FOR SEWARD STREET

City of Thomasville Wastewater Department crews will begin work along Seward Street on Saturday, August 7th. Crews will be repairing a service line near 115 Seward Street. The work is scheduled to take place between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. and is expected to last one day. There will be a temporary road closure that will be open to local traffic only while the work is being completed. Travelers in this area are encouraged to use caution while using the detour, prepare for...

Posted on Aug 2, 2021

NORTON ELECTED SECRETARY / TREASURER OF GEORIGA DOWNTOWN ASSOCIATION

April Norton, City of Thomasville Director of Downtown & Tourism Development, has been appointed as Secretary/Treasurer of the Georgia Downtown Association (GDA). The GDA is a non-profit association made up of more than 150 downtown professionals that seek to promote the economic redevelopment of Georgia's traditional downtowns. “It is an honor to be elected as Secretary/Treasurer of the Georgia Downtown Association,” said Norton. “I look forward to continuing to work with my fellow...

Posted on Jul 30, 2021

THOMASVILLE FIRE RESCUE SUCCESSFULLY PASSES GFSTC INSPECTION

Thomasville Fire Rescue (TFR) has successfully passed a recent Georgia Firefighter Standards and Training Council (GFSTC) annual inspection. Located in Forsyth, Georgia, the GFSTC provides certification standards for all firefighters, fire inspectors, fire investigators, and fire and life safety educators within the state of Georgia. The inspection revealed that all TFR stations and engines are compliant with the Official Code of Georgia. GFSTC’s mission is to provide professionally...

Posted on Jul 29, 2021

TPD REMINDS RESIDENTS ABOUT AUTOMATED SPEED ENFORCEMENT IN SCHOOL ZONES

The school year is about to begin for Thomasville City School students, and with it comes the need for safety in our school zones. The Thomasville Police Department (TPD) reminds drivers that automated speed enforcement devices within Thomasville City Schools’ zones will begin monitoring speeds and issuing citations on Monday, August 2nd. Automated speed enforcement zones are located along South Broad Street, East Jackson Street, West Jackson Street, and East Clay Street. “The number...

Posted on Jul 29, 2021

FIRST FRIDAY SIP AND SHOP RETURNS AUGUST 6TH

The City of Thomasville’s 2021 First Friday Sip and Shop series returns on Friday, August 6th with a family-friendly evening of sipping and shopping in beautiful downtown Thomasville. As the sun begins to set on the bricks of downtown, the evening temperatures will soar as Futurebirds heat up the stage of The Ritz Amphitheater and Park with a free concert to cap off the evening. “Last minute back to school shopping, great food, outstanding music, and sipping all await attendees of our...

Posted on Jul 27, 2021

CITY OF THOMASVILLE SEEKING MEMORIES OF WEST JACKSON STREET

In its continued effort to honor the West Jackson Street historic district, known locally as The Bottom, the City of Thomasville is partnering with the Jack Hadley Black History Museum, the Thomasville History Center, and Pebble Hill to gather memories from current and former community residents that remember when the area was the primary shopping and social destination for African Americans. “We ask the community to share their written memories and photos of The Bottom so that we may...

Posted on Jul 26, 2021

LANE CLOSURE SCHEDULED FOR REMINGTON AVENUE

City of Thomasville Water Department staff will begin work along Remington Avenue on Tuesday, July 27th. Crews will be repairing a service line along Remington Avenue near Mitchell Place Drive. The work is expected to take place between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. and is anticipated to be completed in one day. There will be a temporary closure of the eastbound lane while the work is being completed. Travelers in this area are encouraged to use caution when driving around...

Posted on Jul 26, 2021

NORTON RECEIVES GEORGIA DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION

April Norton, City of Thomasville Director of Downtown & Tourism Development, recently received her Georgia Downtown Development Professional certification through the Georgia Downtown Association (GDA). The GDA is a non-profit association made up of more than 150 downtown professionals that seek to promote the economic redevelopment of Georgia's traditional downtowns. “I am honored to represent Thomasville as a Downtown Development Professional and to earn this recognition through such...

Posted on Jul 20, 2021

MAKE YOUR LAST SUMMER ADVENTURE A STAYCATION

Are you looking for one last summer adventure for the family as summer camps come to a close and the school year quickly approaches? Then why not make it a ‘staycation’! “Thomasville is a unique community brimming with fun and fascinating things to see and do,” said Bonnie Hayes, City of Thomasville tourism manager. “As a local, we often forget about attractions in our own community, and this is a great time of year to experience the sites and experiences that make our town so...

Posted on Jul 20, 2021