Paradise Park Press

The City of Thomasville’s Tourism Manager, Mary Patchunka-Smith, has been honored as the 2024 “ROOKIE OF THE YEAR” by the Alabama, Georgia, and South-Central Motorcoach Associations. The award was selected based on best representation by a company, destination, attraction, and/or property that made the most impressionable effort to get their information to operator members. The Motorcoach Associations held their regional association conference at the Hotel Capstone in Tuscaloosa,...

Although fall is approaching, heat index values are reaching as high as 115 degrees, according to local news sources. The City of Thomasville encourages customers to adjust home cooling strategies and prioritize energy efficiency to help reduce the impact of increased utility usage during these hot summer months. This summer, Thomasville has faced several heat advisories from the National Weather Service due to record-high temperatures and dry weather. Throughout the entire month of June,...

As renovation work continues on 233 West Jackson St, the future home to the “Gateway to The Ritz”, the City of Thomasville’s contractor and Public Works staff will work on Stevens Street between West Jackson Street and Fletcher Street beginning Friday, August 9, 2024. The work is expected to start at 8:00 am and last six (6) hours. There will be a temporary road closure on Stevens Street between West Jackson Street and Fletcher Street. Barricades will be in place to protect...

The City of Thomasville Public Works staff and contractor support are removing a tree that is about to fall at the intersection of South Pinetree Boulevard and Camellia Drive. An emergency road closure will be in effect during the work. Detour signs will be posted, and travelers in the area are encouraged to choose an alternate route or be prepared for potential traffic delays. The road will remain open to local traffic. For further information about this work, please contact the City of...

Thomasville experienced the onset of Hurricane Debby starting Sunday, with heavy winds and rain making their presence felt across the city. By early Monday morning, over 2,000 City utilities customers were without power. Fortunately, the city fared better than initially anticipated as the storm took a northeast turn, sparing Thomasville from a potentially more severe impact. By Monday, mutual aid crews from the cities of Calhoun, Cartersville, and Newnan had arrived to assist...

The City of Thomasville is monitoring Tropical Storm Debby and encourages the community to make preparations in anticipation of severe weather in our area. Heavy rain is expected to hit the Thomas County area by mid-afternoon today, and Thomas County is currently under a tropical storm warning. Forecasts indicate Debby will develop into a hurricane once it makes landfall sometime tomorrow. Residents are urged to prepare now including: Assess your property and be sure yard furniture,...

Fire Chief Tim Connell of Thomasville Fire Rescue has been selected to serve a two-year term on the Regional Emergency Medical Services Advisory Council (REMSAC) representing Region 8, effective July 1, 2024. Chief Connell expressed his appreciation for being chosen to represent the City of Thomasville, stating, "Serving on the Board allows me to work alongside a highly regarded group of EMS and Trauma professionals to support the significant emergency management practices we need to...

There is a temporary emergency road closure on Glenwood Drive between Joree Drive and Oriole Drive due to storm water. The road will be open to local traffic. Detour signs have been posted, and travelers in the area are encouraged to select an alternate route or to prepare for potential traffic delays. Please use caution while driving through this work zone and be patient with the crews while they complete work in this area. A detour map can be found here. For more information, please...

As the new school year approaches, the Thomasville Police Department (TPD) is urging residents to prioritize safety by slowing down, avoiding distractions, and adhering to posted school zone signage. With increased traffic and children walking or biking in school areas, it's crucial for drivers to remain vigilant and aware of speed detection cameras in school zones. “Our primary concern is the protection of our children from traffic-related fatalities by following the designated speed...

Get ready for an unforgettable evening at the next First Friday Sip & Shop event in Downtown Thomasville! On August 2 from 5-10 PM, the streets will come alive with extended shopping and dining hours, live music, and so much more. “Our August First Friday Sip & Shop event typically draws some of our largest crowds because there's so much to enjoy with the addition of our street entertainment,” said Main Street Director Brandy Avery. “We encourage you to dine with our restaurants or...

The City of Thomasville Water Department staff is responding to a water main break at the intersection of East Clay Street and BUS 84/US 38 (Madison Street). There will be emergency lane closures on the outbound, outside lane on BUS 84/US 38 and the west bound lane of Clay 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 potential traffic delays. The road will be open to local...

The City of Thomasville Public Works crews will be working on storm drain pipes on Glenwood Drive. There will be a temporary road closure on Glenwood Drive between Joree Drive and Oriole Drive starting at 8:30 am on Thursday, August 1, 2024 and lasting several hours. Detour signs will be posted in the work zone area. Travelers in the area are encouraged to select an alternate route or to prepare for potential traffic delays. The road will be open to local traffic only. Please use caution...