Paradise Park Press

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...

The City of Thomasville will host a Stormwater Utility Public Information Session on Thursday, March 27 from 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. at the Municipal Building located at 144 East Jackson Street. Citizens are encouraged to join City officials for an important utility service discussion on stormwater management to learn more about how this potential 2026 initiative will impact your property and our community. “The City’s stormwater system is a focal point of Thomasville’s strategic...

Family Movie Night at The Ritz is back! Gather your loved ones for a fun, free evening under the stars on Saturday March 15th at 7:30 p.m. at The Ritz Amphitheater. Before the screening of IF, enjoy kid-friendly activities and a variety of food trucks to satisfy all your movie-night cravings. “The City of Thomasville’s Family Movie night is such a fun way to spend time with your friends and family,” said Community Engagement Manager, Brandy Avery. “There’s something magical...

Daylight Saving Time begins on Sunday, March 9 at 2:00 AM, meaning clocks will "spring forward" one hour. While we lose an hour of sleep, this time change serves as an important reminder to complete a crucial safety check - changing the batteries in your smoke alarms. Thomasville Fire Rescue urges residents to use this semi-annual time change as an opportunity to ensure their homes are protected with functioning smoke alarms. Working smoke alarms cut the risk of dying in a home fire by...

As part of the Dewey City Phase 2 Improvements, City of Thomasville contractors will begin sewer repair work at the intersection of North MLK Jr Drive and Alexander Street between Wolf Street and Forrest Street beginning Wednesday, March 5, 2025. The work is expected to begin at 11:00 AM and take six (6) hours to complete. There will be a temporary road closure on North MLK Jr Drive between Wolf Street and Forrest Street while the work is being completed. Detour signs will be posted, and...