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The Thomasville Police Department (TPD) is proud to announce the release of its 2020 Annual Report. “On behalf of the Thomasville Police Department, it is my pleasure to submit our 2020 Annual Report,” said TPD Chief John Letteney. “This report serves as a summary of the activities of TPD for the 2020 calendar year and highlights beneficial information for our community.” The annual report showcases TPD’s accomplishments, information on TPD teams and divisions, community crime...

The Thomasville Police Department (TPD) recently announced a partnership with Chaney’s Champions, a 501(c)(3) non-profit based in Apex, NC, that provides teddy bears to organizations that may encounter children in crisis situations. Founded in 2017, Chaney’s Champions was formed to honor the memory of Chaney James Corcoran, who passed away suddenly at 10 weeks old as a result of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). “TPD is excited and honored to partner with Chaney’s Champions,”...

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp recently recognized the City of Thomasville as one of 60 Georgia communities that will receive a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). In 2021, CDBGs with a combined total of $43 million have been issued throughout the state. The City of Thomasville will receive $750,000 from the 2021 CDBG for proposed water, wastewater, and drainage improvements in the Dewey City neighborhood. “We are extremely appreciative of the funding provided by Governor Kemp and...

April Norton, City of Thomasville Director of Downtown & Tourism Development, was recently named a 2021 Inspired Leader Award winner by the International Downtown Association (IDA). Founded in 1954, IDA is a resource center for ideas and innovative best practices in urban place management. “This is an outstanding professional achievement for April and a credit to the leadership she provides to the City’s Downtown and Tourism Development department,” said Sheryl Sealy, Assistant City...

Contractors are scheduled to begin installing a new water main on Remington Avenue near the intersection of East Pinetree Boulevard on Monday, October 11, 2021. The work is scheduled to begin at 8:00 p.m. and is expected to last nine hours. There will be a temporary road closure on Remington Avenue while the work is being completed. Travelers in this area are encouraged to use caution while using the detour, prepare for potential traffic delays, or select an alternate route. Thank you for...

The Thomasville Police Department (TPD) was recently recertified by the Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police (GACP). The GACP State Certification represents a significant professional achievement for a law enforcement agency. This certification recognizes the successful implementation of policies and procedures that are sound and effective. “This recertification represents TPD achieving a level of efficiency in delivering professional police services to our community that can...

City of Thomasville Utility Crews will replace a water service line on Madison Street between West Jackson Street and Remington Avenue on Tuesday, October 5, 2021. The work will begin at 6:30 p.m. and is expected to last twelve hours. There will be a temporary lane closure along the outside northbound lane of Madison Street while the work is being completed. Flaggers will be on-site to direct traffic, but travelers in the area are encouraged to select an alternate route or to be prepared...

The City of Thomasville and Thomasville Fire Rescue will recognize National Fire Prevention Week October 3rd – 9th. Fire Prevention Week has been observed publicly since 1922 and was officially proclaimed for national observance in 1925 by President Calvin Coolidge. Fire Prevention Week remains the longest-running public health observance in the United States. This year’s theme is “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety!” The campaign works to educate everyone about the different sounds...

The Thomasville Police Department (TPD) held a ribbon-cutting on Tuesday, September 28th for the new Normal Lane Police Substation located at 100 Lowery Avenue. The ceremony was attended by members of the Thomasville City Council, Board Members, and leadership of the Thomasville Housing Authority, City of Thomasville leadership, and TPD personnel and command staff. “We are honored to hold this ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially open our Normal Lane Police Substation on Lowery...

At its regular meeting on September 27th, the Thomasville City Council unanimously approved the acceptance of a grant from the Williams Family Foundation of Georgia, Inc. for the purchase and installation of historic sidewalk plaques for the 200 block of West Jackson Street. The plaques are a part of the City’s continued effort to honor the West Jackson Street historic district, known locally as The Bottom. “We are extremely appreciative of the generosity of the Williams Family...

During the week of October 3rd – 9th, the City of Thomasville will observe Public Natural Gas Week, Public Power Week, and Customer Service Week. These national commemorations are meant to celebrate the benefits of locally owned utilities and the dedicated staff who provide essential utilities and customer services to our community. Public Natural Gas Week, celebrated October 3rd – 9th, is an annual nationwide event intended to build public awareness about the value of having a...

The City of Thomasville’s 2021 First Friday Sip and Shop series continues on Friday, October 1st. Attendees are invited to sip and shop throughout the downtown event area from 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. “The weather is cooling down and it’s the perfect time to spend a beautiful fall Friday evening in downtown Thomasville,” said Christy Owens, Main Street and Special Events Manager. “These events are a fun way for residents and guests to support the local economy by shopping and...