Paradise Park Press

There will be a temporary lane closure on Old Monticello Road between Devereaux Drive and East Pinetree Boulevard on February 12, 2025 from 8 AM to 12 PM for a temporary construction entrance. The contractor will have traffic control signs posted and flaggers directing traffic as needed. Travelers in the area are encouraged to select an alternate route or to prepare for potential traffic delays. Please be on the lookout for construction workers in the construction area. For more...

The City of Thomasville will offer two days of free, one-on-one stormwater design sessions on February 25-26 to provide residents with expert guidance on rain gardens and rain barrels. Stormwater is the runoff water from rain, melting snow, or ice that doesn’t soak into the ground but picks up pollutants like litter, chemicals, and bacteria when flowing into storm drains and eventually landing in waterways. Whether you enjoy yardwork, are facing a specific stormwater challenge, want to...

Mark your calendars! The Semi-Annual Downtown Sidewalk Sale is returning to the heart of Thomasville on Saturday, February 15, 2025, offering a day filled with incredible deals, local charm, and fun for the whole family. This cherished tradition brings together residents and visitors to celebrate Thomasville’s vibrant downtown while enjoying exclusive discounts from local merchants. From boutique clothing and accessories to unique home goods and gifts, shoppers will find something...

Broad Street, between Smith Avenue and the railroad tracks, will be temporarily closed on February 3, 2025, starting at 6:00 PM local time. It is expected to reopen on February 4, 2025, at 6:00 AM local time while lane and parking space re-striping. Detour signs will be posted to alert travelers about the work zone and road closure. We kindly ask merchants and visitors to move their vehicles before 6:00 PM on February 3, 2025, to ensure the re-striping process can be completed thoroughly....

Construction crews will be installing a sidewalk along the east side of Dawson Street, starting at the intersection of Dawson Street and South Broad Street and extending north to the existing driveway of Paradise Park. The work is scheduled to begin today, Wednesday, January 29, 2025, and is expected to be completed by January 30, 2025. During this time, the northbound lane of Dawson Street between South Broad Street and the existing driveway of Paradise Park (before the railroad tracks)...

The City of Thomasville Water Department staff has successfully repaired the water main break on East Jackson Street near the YMCA. The area will now be patched and resurfaced, with the work expected to be completed as soon as possible. To facilitate this road work, East Jackson Street will be temporarily closed between Dawson Street and Seward Street. If you are traveling into town from the north, you will be redirected to Seward Street and then onto Remington Avenue. Detour signs will...

City of Thomasville Water Department staff is repairing a water main break on East Jackson Street near the YMCA. The work will be completed as soon as possible. There will be an emergency temporary road closure on East Jackson Street between Dawson Street and Seward Street. If you are traveling into town from the North, you will be redirected to Seward Street and then onto Remington Avenue. Detour signs will be posted. If you are coming from the South, you'll be routed onto Dawson Street,...

Circle K has a contractor that will repair their sign located at 2667 East Pinetree Boulevard starting on Tuesday, February 4, 2025. Work is expected to last two (2) days. There will be a temporary lane closure to the outside lane, traveling south on East Pinetree Boulevard between 2701 and 2667 East Pinetree Boulevard while the sign is being repaired. Please use caution while driving through the work area. While only one lane will be closed, the road will be open to all traffic. Warning...

In response to the approaching winter storm and following guidance from the National Weather Service and local weather authorities, the City of Thomasville, in partnership with Thomas County, has implemented a mandatory curfew to ensure the safety of all residents and facilitate the work of emergency services. Mandatory Curfew Details: The curfew will be in effect from 8:00 PM on Tuesday, January 21, until 12:00 PM, Noon, on Wednesday, January 22. During these hours, all non-essential...

The City of Thomasville Administrative Offices will be closed Monday, January 20, 2025 in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr holiday. Due to this upcoming holiday, some City services will be affected. Schedules are as follows: Utilities Response Center Regular 24-hour operational schedule. They can be reached by calling 229-227-5499. Residential and Commercial Solid Waste Services Routes serviced on Monday, January 20 will receive service on Tuesday, January 21. Customers are...

Spend the day in Downtown Thomasville on Saturday, February 1st and enjoy our 8th Annual Black History Celebration. Shining a light on Thomasville's annual Black History Month Parade and Celebration, Special Events Coordinator Cassidee Brookes describes this year's event as “a way to bring the community together and honor the cultural heritage that is such an integral part of our nation's story.'" The event will kick off with a parade throughout Historic Downtown Thomasville...

Exciting changes are coming to Paradise Park in 2025! The City of Thomasville is excited to announce the launch of Phase I of the Paradise Park Renovation Project, a transformative effort to enhance one of the city’s most treasured green spaces. This project not only preserves the park’s rich history but also provides an excellent opportunity to highlight an old-growth Longleaf Pine forest—a vital natural resource located within walking distance of Thomasville’s award-winning...