Cherokee Lake Park Press

The Victorian Christmas Costume Closet is officially scheduled to open to the public on Monday, November 24 inside the City of Thomasville Visitors Center, located at 144 East Jackson Street. Visitors are invited to step into the charm and nostalgia of a Victorian-era holiday and experience the magic of the season in traditional attire, perfect for joining in the festivities of Thomasville’s beloved Victorian Christmas event. The Costume Closet is open Monday–Friday from 9:00 a.m. to...

As the City of Thomasville moves forward with Phase II renovations at Paradise Park, a group of diverse partners led by Tall Timbers, a nationally recognized leader in wildlife and conservation, will reintroduce a carefully managed and modest prescribed burn to support the park’s long-term health. The prescribed burn is scheduled for Friday, November 21 if weather conditions remain favorable. According to John McGuire, Director of Private Lands Fire Initiative for Tall Timbers,...

The City of Thomasville Administrative Offices will be closed Thursday, November 27 and Friday, November 28 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Due to the holiday observance, some City services will be affected. Schedules and additional 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 Thursday residential and commercial refuse...

Twinkling lights, wreaths, and charming storefronts can only mean one thing, the Thomasville holiday season is here! Kick-off the festive season with a day of shopping, dining, and even some prizes at Holiday Open House in Downtown Thomasville on Sunday, November 23 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. “Holiday Open House is your perfect chance to kick off your Christmas shopping while supporting local businesses and experiencing the unique charm of Downtown Thomasville during the holidays,” said...

Downtown Thomasville is once again ushering in the holiday season with festive décor and community cheer. From twinkling lights and toy soldiers to larger-than-life wreaths and elegantly draped garland, visitors will find holiday magic at every turn. “Preparations for the holiday season began in October and have been completed in time for Thanksgiving,” said Katie Ketchum, Main Street Director. “This effort is truly a community collaboration and would not be possible without the...

The City of Thomasville Administrative Offices will be closed Tuesday, November 11 in observance of the Veterans Day holiday. City services schedules and hours are listed below: Utilities Response Center Regular 24-hour operational schedule. For assistance, call 229-227-5499. City Residential and Commercial Refuse City of Thomasville Tuesday residential and commercial refuse customers will receive services on Wednesday, November 12. Customers are encouraged to place...

Mark your calendars for Friday, November 7, and head to Downtown Thomasville for an evening filled with live music, local shopping, delicious food, and family fun! The Lloyd Carter Band will headline the November First Friday event at The Ritz Amphitheater. Festivities kick off at 5:00 p.m., when downtown shops and boutiques will stay open late for an evening of extended shopping. Enjoy the sounds of local favorites Christa Graham and Zack Lambert, performing live along the streets. Grab...

The Thomasville Police Department is pleased to announce it has received a $52,547.20 High Visibility Enforcement (HVE) grant from the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS). Funding for this grant is provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and is awarded based upon the partnership with GOHS in helping to reduce crashes, injuries, and fatalities across the State of Georgia. High Visibility Enforcement combines highly visible and proactive law...

City of Thomasville Water Department staff and contractors are scheduled to begin work on water main improvements along Bennett Street between Remington Avenue and Smith Avenue. The work is scheduled to begin on Monday, November 3, 2025, and expected to last two weeks. There will be a temporary road closure on Bennett Street between Remington Avenue and Smith Avenue while the work is being completed. Detour signs will be posted, and travelers in the area are encouraged to select an...

Daylight saving time ends at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 2. As you set your clocks back one hour, Thomasville Fire Rescue reminds you to check your smoke alarms. According to Thomasville Fire Chief Tim Connell, three out of five fire deaths occur in homes without working alarms. “As you’re moving around your home and adjusting your clocks for daylight saving time, it just makes sense to remember to change your smoke alarm batteries at the same time,” says Chief Connell. “Homes...

City of Thomasville Gas department crews are scheduled to conduct gas line locates at the intersection of Smith Avenue and East Pinetree Boulevard. The work is scheduled to begin on October 27, 2025 at 7:00 PM local time, and it will take approximately 12 hours to complete. There will be temporary lane closures at the intersection of Smith Avenue and East Pinetree Boulevard as the crews move through the intersection. Construction signs will be posted, and travelers in the area are...

The City of Thomasville Planning Department will host several Multimodal Transportation Plan (MMTP) public input sessions to provide the community the opportunity to review plan data, provide feedback, and talk directly with project staff. The schedule for the public input sessions is as follows: Community Workshop - Tuesday, October 21, from 5:00–6:30 p.m., at Hubs & Hops Event Room, located at 209 W. Remington Avenue. Pop-Up Event - Wednesday, October 22, from 8:00–9:00 a.m.,...