Cherokee Lake Park Press

Contractors will begin installing a sanitary wastewater main on Cassidy Road between Emily Lane and Highland Street beginning on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. The work is scheduled to begin at 7:00 AM and is expected to be completed in one day. There will be a temporary road closure on Cassidy Road between Emily Lane and Highland Street while the work is being completed. Detour signs will be posted, and travelers in the area are encouraged to select an alternate route or to prepare for...

City of Thomasville Administrative Offices will be closed Friday, April 18, 2025, in observance of Good Friday. Additional service schedules and hours are as follows: Utilities Response Center Regular 24-hour operational schedule. Call (229) 227-5499 for assistance. City and County Residential Refuse, Commercial Refuse There will be no change to pick-up schedules. Customers are encouraged to place containers curbside by 7:00 am to avoid a lapse in...

From breathtaking rose and flower shows to lively concerts, a stunning car and truck show and the beloved Rose Parade, Thomasville, Georgia, is gearing up to host the 104th Annual Rose Show & Festival on April 25th-26th. This fun-filled, family-friendly event promises a vibrant celebration of blooming roses and stunning floral displays. “The Rose Show & Festival is packed full of family-friendly activities throughout the entire weekend,” said Community Engagement Manager Brandy Avery....

The Easter bunny is coming to Weston Park! The City of Thomasville and over 30 local organizations and churches invite the community to the 2025 Easter Eggstravaganza. Grab your baskets and head over to Weston Park on Saturday, April 12th from 11 am – 1 pm for a fun filled family celebration. “Team Thomasville and our community partners are excited to host a plethora of eggstraordinary activities, games, music, and free food that are sure to bring smiles, happiness, and joy to all...

The City of Thomasville is currently accepting applications for the Budget Billing Plan (BBP). Utility bills can vary from month to month based on usage. Budget Billing allows customers to manage their household utility budgets by paying a fixed monthly amount for utilities to avoid costly bill fluctuations. “Customers enrolling in the Budget Billing Plan pay a similar amount each month based on the average of their previous 12 months of usage,” said Mark Parrillo, Managing Director...

The City of Thomasville recently honored employees celebrating milestone employment anniversaries. Over 60 employees were recognized with a combined 870 years of service to the City of Thomasville, with six employees having served for over 30 years. Employees honored for their service included the following: Five Years of Service (Pictured l to r) Khadija Barnhill, Joey Bernard, Robert Cooper, Victor Davis, Matthew Dorsey, Courtney Foote, Stephanie Draughon, Eric Gossett,...

City of Thomasville Wastewater Department staff has begun replacing a wastewater main on Chatham Drive between Glenwood Drive and Woodland Drive. The work is expected to last several weeks. There will be a temporary road closure on Chatham Drive between Glenwood Drive and Woodland Drive while the work is completed. Detour signs will be posted, travelers in the area are encouraged to select an alternate route or to prepare for potential traffic delays. Click here for detour...

The City of Thomasville’s next First Friday is just around the corner! On April 4, come out and enjoy a delightful evening of sipping, shopping, and dining while listening to talented local street entertainers scattered throughout Downtown Thomasville. Beginning at 5 PM, guests can explore Downtown’s unique shops, enjoy extended store hours, and dine at local restaurants. Adults 21 and older can purchase beer or wine from participating businesses while strolling through...

The City of Thomasville Solid Waste Department will host their annual Spring Clean events Saturday, April 12th and Saturday, April 19th. Spring Clean events provide safe disposal locations for items not suitable for the landfill. “The sunny skies and pleasant April weather makes it a popular month for many people to do some spring cleaning around their homes,” said Director of Solid Waste and Landfill Jimmy Smith, Jr. “Our Spring Clean events provide the community with safe and...

Construction crews will begin installing a sanitary wastewater main on Cassidy Road between Emily Lane and Highland Street beginning on Wednesday, March 26, 2025. The work is scheduled to begin at 7:00 AM and is expected to be completed in one day. There will be a temporary road closure on Cassidy Road between Emily Lane and Highland Street while the work is being completed. Detour signs will be posted, and travelers in the area are encouraged to select an alternate route or to prepare...

Construction crews will begin work on a stormwater improvement project along Campbell Street between Martin Luther King Jr. Drive and Industrial Boulevard beginning on Friday, March 21, 2025. The work is scheduled to begin at 7:00 AM and is expected to last 90 days. There will be a temporary road closure on Campbell Street between Martin Luther King Jr. Drive and Industrial Boulevard while the work is being completed. Detour signs will be posted, and travelers are encouraged to select an...

The City of Thomasville’s Electric Department will repair a broken power pole at the intersection of Hansell Street and Smith Avenue beginning on Tuesday, March 18, 2025. The work is expected to begin at 8:15 AM and is expected to last two (2) days. There will be a temporary road closure at the intection of Hansell Street and Smith Avenue while the the work is being completed. Detour signs will be posted, and travelers in the area are encouraged to select an alternate route or to...