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CITY DECLARES MAY MENTAL HEALTH MONTH

Statistics reveal that one in five adults experience a mental health disorder in a given year; for children and adolescents, the statistic is one in ten. Locally, Thomasville has several organizations working together to combat these numbers within our community. To commemorate their effort, Mayor Pro Tem Terry Scott has signed a proclamation declaring the month of May as Mental Health Month. Councilmember Jay Flowers recently awarded the proclamation to representatives from these...

FIRST FRIDAY SIP AND STROLLS CONTINUE THIS WEEK WITH FIESTA FRIDAY THEME

Bring your dancing shoes and join the fun at this month’s First Friday Sip and Stroll in downtown Thomasville. With Cinco de Mayo just around the corner, this month’s theme is Fiesta Friday. “There is no better time to enjoy strolling through downtown Thomasville before catching a free outdoor concert than the spring when the weather is perfect,” said Madison Eaton, City of Thomasville special events coordinator. “From 6:00-8:00 pm, you can grab a beer or wine from your favorite...

WEST JACKSON STREETSCAPE PROJECT SET TO BEGIN

After nearly two years of public input, the West Jackson Streetscape project in The Bottom District of downtown Thomasville will begin on Monday, April 29, 2019. The project represents a public engagement process that began in 2017 and involved numerous citizens coming together to contribute their ideas for the development of the streetscape plan for this important downtown area. “It is very exciting to see the final plan that was shaped by public input finally become a reality,” said...

CITY OF THOMASVILLE SUBMITS CDBG HOUSING GRANT

The City of Thomasville has submitted an application to the Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) for a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) that, if awarded, will bring housing improvements to the Fletcherville community. The CDBG program is a federally funded program that focuses on providing resources for livable neighborhoods, economic empowerment and improved housing. “We’ve received CDBG funding previously for this neighborhood, which is being used to provide...

CITY CELEBRATES GEORGIA CITIES WEEK WITH EARTH DAY CELEBRATION

The annual Georgia Cities Week celebration will be held April 21-27. Georgia Cities Week gives cities an opportunity to celebrate community achievements, recognize volunteers, and share information about services available to citizens. “We are thrilled to be participating in Georgia Cities Week this year,” said Chelsie Cosby, City of Thomasville customer experience liaison. “We have partnered with several community organizations to host an exciting event on Monday, April 22nd for...

APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR COUNCIL TEMPORARY VACANCY

The City of Thomasville is now accepting applications to fill the temporary vacancy that exists on the Thomasville City Council. The vacancy was created after Governor Brian Kemp issued an order on March 25, 2019, suspending Mayor Greg Hobbs from office. The temporary appointment will last until the case against Mayor Hobbs is finally disposed of or until Mayor Hobbs’ term of office ends, whichever comes first. Applications are available now on the City’s website,...

CITY OF THOMASVILLE CELEBRATES MILESTONE AWARDS

The City of Thomasville recently held a breakfast honoring several employees for their years of service to the community. The service awards honored employees who achieved milestone years of service including five, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, and 40 years of service. “We honor our employees for reaching these milestones and want to thank them for the time they have invested into our community and its citizens,” said City Manager Alan Carson, “It’s incredible to see the long-time employees...

98th Annual Rose Show and Festival- April 25-27 in Thomasville

Great music, unique food opportunities and – of course – beautiful roses are all waiting for you in Thomasville, Georgia as the 98th Annual Rose Show and Festival kicks off April 25-27, 2019. According to event organizers, whether you are looking for cool new experiences or traditional favorites, the festival is sure to deliver. “When you have a festival that is nearly one hundred years old, it is very important to look for ways to innovate the time-honored traditions that...

TPD NAMES SWAT COMMANDER

The City of Thomasville received notice on Friday, April 5, 2019, from Sheriff Carlton Powell that the Thomas County Sheriff’s deputies will no longer participate in the joint SWAT (Special Weapons and Tactics) unit between the Thomasville Police Department and the Thomas County Sheriff’s Department. “We received notification on Friday that the Sheriff plans to pull Thomas County Sheriff’s deputies out of a joint SWAT unit between the Sheriff’s Department and Thomasville Police...

WASTEWATER IMPROVEMENTS PLANNED ON EAST PINETREE BOULEVARD

Beginning on Monday, April 15, East Pinetree Boulevard will be closed between Old Monticello Road and Hollywood Drive in order to complete several necessary repairs to wastewater lines. To minimize traffic delays, City of Thomasville utility crews will begin working the evening of April 15 starting at 10:00 pm. The work is expected to last into the morning of Tuesday, April 16. Travelers in the area are advised to exercise caution and be prepared for detours onto Devereaux Drive. “We...

CITY OF THOMASVILLE HOSTS ANNUAL EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA

Grab your basket and join the City of Thomasville’s Community Relations team for the annual Easter Eggstravaganza to be held on Saturday, April 13th from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Paradise Park. “Our local children look forward to the Easter Eggstravaganza each year,” said Thomasville Assistant Police Chief Eric Hampton. “It’s a great opportunity for our City Community Relations team to interact with our local children by playing games and having fun.” This year’s...

CITY OF THOMASVILLE HONORS LINEMEN

The City of Thomasville Utilities’ Electric Department linemen know what it means to work in some of the worst weather conditions. Electric linemen and other electric crew members are called to spring into action when the winds are howling and rain is pouring, making an already extreme job even more dangerous. Weather that requires most people to stay safely indoors is exactly when these City of Thomasville staff members spring into action. “Our electric crews are extremely...