Community Trail Press

On July 8, the City of Thomasville Police Department (TPD) welcomed two new Community Service Officers to the team as part of their ongoing efforts to foster better connections between the citizens of Thomasville and the community-oriented policing style of the department. Thomasville Police Chief Wade Glover stated, “The two new non-sworn officers, Officer Ira Merrill and Katelyn Tucker, will be instrumental in furthering community relationships.” Chief Glover emphasized, “The new...

City of Thomasville Electric Department staff are removing a tree that is a hazard at 1927 Old Monticello Road, between Glen Arven Drive and Nottingham Drive. The tree removal is expected to be completed today by 5:00 pm. During the tree removal, Old Monticello Road between Glen Arven Drive and Nottingham Drive will be closed. Detours signs will be posted. Travelers in the area are encouraged to select an alternate route or to be prepared for some travel delays. Please be patient while...

City of Thomasville Utility staff will be performing maintenance work at 516 Gordon Avenue between Hansell Street and Loomis Street on July 19, 2024 from 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM. There will be a temporary lane closure at the work site on Gordon Ave while work is being completed. Traffic control signs will be posted and flaggers will direct traffic as needed. Travelers in the area are encouraged to select an alternate route or to prepare for potential traffic delays. Please be on the lookout...

The City of Thomasville Water Department's staff is currently addressing a water leak at 1313 East Jackson Street. Emergency repair work has already commenced and is expected to be completed by 4 PM EST today. During the repair, the outside lane of outbound traffic on East Jackson near the repair site will be closed. Detour signs will be put up, and travelers in the area are advised to choose an alternate route or prepare for possible traffic delays. Please use caution while driving...

This month, the City of Thomasville is celebrating Parks and Recreation Month, highlighting how parks and recreation contribute to the strength, vibrancy, and resilience of the community. There are a variety of activities for residents of all ages and abilities to participate in to celebrate recreational activities and how they are more than just fun and games. The City is marking Parks and Recreation Month, an initiative of the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), by inviting...

Construction crews are scheduled to install a new water main between East Pinetree Boulevard and 1530 East Jackson Street. The work is scheduled to begin on July 8, 2024, and it will take approximately two (2) weeks to complete. There will be temporary lane closures on the inbound lanes of East Jackson Street while the work is being completed. Construction signs will be posted, and travelers in the area are encouraged to select an alternate route or prepare for potential traffic delays....

City of Thomasville Wastewater Department staff will be working at the intersection of Oak Street and Lewis Street beginning Tuesday, July 9. They will be conducting routine maintenance on the infrastructure. The work is expected to begin at 7:00 am and last for seven (7) hours. There will be temporary road closures while the crews work at the intersection of Oak Street and Lewis Street. Warning signs will be posted to direct traffic around this work. No through traffic will be authorized...

City of Thomasville Wastewater Department staff will work at the intersection of Oak St. and W. Jerger St. beginning Monday, July 1, 2024. They will be conducting routine maintenance on the infrastructure. The work is expected to begin at 7:00 am and last for 8.5 hours. While there is no detour, there will be a temporary road closure at the intersection of Oak St. and W. Jerger St. Flaggers will be at the site to direct traffic around the work until the work is completed. Travelers in the...

The City of Thomasville Administrative Offices will be closed on Thursday, July 4, 2024, in observance of Independence Day. Additional service schedules and hours are as follows: Utilities Response Center Regular 24-hour operational schedule. For assistance, call 229-227-5499. City Residential and Commercial Refuse City of Thomasville residential and commercial refuse customers will receive services on Wednesday, July 3. Customers are encouraged to place containers curbside by...

CNSNext proudly sponsors the City of Thomasville’s Independence Day fireworks at Remington Park! The show will begin around 9:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 4th. For many years, CNSNext has proudly sponsored the City of Thomasville's annual fireworks display as a way to show appreciation for the incredible support and loyalty of our community. This event is a beloved community tradition, allowing us to gather and celebrate the nation's birthday with our cherished family, friends, and...

Thomasville Police Department’s law enforcement officers will target impaired drivers during the upcoming wave of Operation Zero Tolerance. The campaign began Monday, June 24 at 6 am and lasts until midnight Sunday, June 30. Operation Zero Tolerance is Georgia's High Visibility Enforcement program that focuses on apprehending impaired drivers through concentrated patrols and sobriety checkpoints. Throughout this year's enforcement campaign, police officers will collaborate to safeguard...

In June of 2023, the Thomasville Police Department launched the Flock Safety System to help reduce crime and gun violence by capturing objective evidence without compromising individual privacy. Recent data indicates that after the system’s first year of operation, the City of Thomasville has become a safer place to live, work, and play. Violent crime has been significantly lower since the system's launch. The Flock Safety System partners law enforcement agencies together through...