Francis Weston Park Press

Decorated storefronts, twinkling lights, and beautiful Christmas displays make Thomasville the perfect holiday destination. Make plans to join us for the 36th Annual Victorian Christmas on December 8 th and 9th in Downtown Thomasville. Guests can turn back time and experience the holiday spirit of the Victorian era during this cherished Thomasville tradition. “Victorian Christmas is always a much-anticipated event with all City of Thomasville Departments working together to bring it to...

Christmas in Thomasville continues in Downtown Thomasville on Friday, December 2, with a First Friday Sip & Shop filled with holiday activities. Live sidewalk entertainment, food trucks, Christmas tree lighting, sipping, shopping, and a free concert will help guests celebrate this magical time of year. “Our December First Friday is traditionally one of our largest of the year,” said Madison Eaton, Tourism and Events Manager for the City of Thomasville. “Everyone is in a festive mood...

The City of Thomasville Administrative Offices will be closed Thursday, November 24 and Friday, November 25 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Due to the holiday observance, some City services will be affected. Schedules and additional hours are listed below: Utilities Response Center Regular 24-hour operational schedule. They can be reached by calling 229-227-5499. City of Thomasville Residential Refuse Thursday City of Thomasville residential customers will receive...

There is something truly special about the holiday season in Thomasville. Twinkling lights and beautiful holiday decorations combined with events like Holiday Open House, Victorian Christmas, and so much more come together to create “Christmas in Thomasville,” a magical and festive celebration for friends and families to enjoy. This celebration will officially begin with Holiday Open House on November 20 from 1-5 pm. Additional events are planned through mid-December for travelers and...

The City of Thomasville Administrative Offices will be closed Friday, November 11 in observance of the Veterans Day holiday. Refuse schedules will operate on their normal schedules for the holiday observance. Schedules and additional hours are listed below: Utilities Response Center Regular 24-hour operational schedule. They can be reached by calling 229-227-5499. City of Thomasville Residential Refuse Friday residential customers will be collected on their normal schedule on...

This year, on Sunday, November 6, states throughout the U.S. will be setting their clocks back one hour for daylight saving time. Thomasville Fire Rescue urges you to use this time change as a reminder to also change your home’s smoke alarm batteries. “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,” said Thomasville Fire Rescue Chief Tim Connell. “It’s...

City of Thomasville Utilities crews will begin work on Gordon Avenue this afternoon, November 2, to replace a water service line. The eastbound lane of Gordon Avenue will be temporarily closed between Junius Street and Archbold Avenue. The work is expected to last six (6) hours. Flaggers will be at the site to direct traffic while the work is being completed. Travelers in the area are encouraged to select an alternate route or to be prepared for some travel delays. Please be patient with...

Get ready for Downtown Thomasville’s next First Friday Sip & Shop on November 4! Spend a beautiful fall evening sipping and shopping and cap off your night with a free concert by the Harry King Band. Beginning at 6 pm, guests can shop and dine throughout Downtown Thomasville. With over 100 locally owned shops and restaurants, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. “Many of our shops are open late during our First Friday events, so it’s the perfect opportunity to get a jump...

City of Thomasville Public Works staff will be making storm drain improvements on Woodland Drive between Beth Drive and Cherry Street on October 31, 2022. Work will begin at 8 am and last for two days. There will be a temporary road closure on Woodland Drive between Beth Drive and Cherry Street while 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 potential traffic delays. The road will be open...

City of Thomasville Water Department staff are repairing a water main break on Glenwood Drive between Edgewood Circle and Clay Street. The work will be completed as soon as possible. There is an emergency temporary road closure on Glenwood Drive between Edgewood Circle and Clay Street while the work is being completed. Detour signs have been posted, and travelers in the area are encouraged to select an alternate route or to prepare for potential traffic delays. The road will be open to...

The Thomasville Police Department invites you to complete a citizen survey as part of an ongoing initiative to provide custom-tailored law enforcement service to the community. The survey is conducted every two years to gauge the effectiveness of past performance and create a plan to address newly-identified issues and improve existing services. “The survey is another way for us to engage the community and receive feedback on all the good work of the officers and civilian staff of the...

Over the past year, you’ve probably noticed the increasing prices of many goods and services such as groceries and gasoline. Unfortunately, natural gas prices have also increased across the country, and colder weather can bring higher than normal utility bills. Several factors have caused an increase in natural gas prices, including increased demand for electricity as power generators move away from coal to clean-burning natural gas to lower emissions. The natural gas industry also...