Downtown Amphitheater Press

The City of Thomasville has been designated as an accredited Georgia Exceptional Main Street (GEMS) program by the National Main Street Center and the Georgia Department of Community Affairs Office of Downtown Development for 2026. The accreditation recognizes the Main Street program for meeting the standards of performance in 2025. According to Main Street Director Katie Ketchum, this distinction means that Thomasville’s Main Street program is ranked among the best in the state of...

The City of Thomasville Administrative Offices will be closed Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day. Due to the upcoming holiday, some City services will be affected. Schedules and additional hours are as follows: Utilities Response Center Regular 24-hour operational schedule. For assistance, call 229-227-5499. City Residential and Commercial Refuse City of Thomasville Monday residential and commercial refuse customers will receive services on Tuesday,...

The City of Thomasville was recently awarded a $500,000 multiyear grant from Fox Gives to fund essential life-safety and accessibility improvements at the historic Thomasville Municipal Auditorium. Fox Gives is the nonprofit arm of Atlanta’s Fox Theatre. “The Municipal Auditorium has long stood as a centerpiece of civic life in Downtown Thomasville, where generations have gathered for performances, public meetings, concerts, and moments that not only cultivate community, but promote...

City of Thomasville contractors have begun replacing wastewater services on Belmont Drive between Clay Street and Washington Street. This work began on Monday, May 11, 2026, and is expected to last one month. There will be temporary road closure on Belmont Drive between Clay Street and Washington Street while the work is being completed. Detour and caution signs will be posted, and travelers in the area are encouraged to select an alternate route or to prepare for potential travel delays....

The City of Thomasville Planning Department will host a Multimodal Transportation Plan (MMTP) Jackson Street Talk + Walk Public Information Session on a proposed demonstration project along the Jackson Street corridor. The session will be held Tuesday, May 12, 2026, beginning at 4:00 PM at Trinity Anglican Church, located at 325 W. Jackson Street. According to City Planner Kenny Thompson, this project is part of the City’s broader MMTP initiative. “Last fall, we launched the plan with...

City of Thomasville contractors are scheduled to begin construction to rehabilitate the area around a box culvert. The work is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at approximately 8:00 AM and is expected to last four weeks. There will be a temporary road closure on East Washington Street between Glenwood Avenue and North Mitchell Street while the work is being completed. Detour and caution signs will be posted, and travelers in the area are encouraged to select an alternate...

Downtown Thomasville invites residents and visitors alike to start the month with an evening of lively entertainment at First Friday on May 1. The event will feature a free live concert from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at The Ritz Amphitheater, with a performance by The Michael Miller Band. Michael Miller, whose roots and upbringing in Tennessee helped shape his passion for country music, formed the Michael Miller in 2010 after he relocated to Florida. Since then, the group has gained a...

City of Thomasville contractors are scheduled to begin installing a water main on Remington Avenue between Covington Avenue and Royal Avenue. This work is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at approximately 8:00 AM and is expected to last one day. There will be a temporary road closure on Remington Avenue between Covington Avenue and Royal Avenue while the work is being completed. Detour signs will be posted, and travelers in the area are encouraged to select an alternate...

City of Thomasville Water Department crews are scheduled to begin installing a water main on Gordon Avenue between Neel Place and Little Street. This work is scheduled to begin on April 22, 2026, at approximately 8:00 AM and is expected to last three days. There will be a temporary road closure on Gordon Avenue between Neel Place and Little 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...

City of Thomasville Wastewater Department crews are scheduled to begin replacing a sewer main on North Short Broad Street between Vine Street and Fann Street. The work is scheduled to begin on April 23, 2026 at approximately 8:00 AM and is expected to last six weeks. There will be a temporary road closure to thru traffic on North Short Broad Street between Vine Street and Fann Street while the work is being completed. Detour signs will be posted, and travelers in the area are encouraged...

In an effort to provide the best recycling services to customers while maintaining sustainability, the City of Thomasville has announced changes to its recycling program. Due to significant shifts in recycling markets, the handling of corrugated cardboard has changed. Beginning June 1, 2026, the sale of recycled corrugated cardboard will be paused as market conditions no longer support a sustainable program. Corrugated cardboard will now be directed to the Construction and Demolition...

From breathtaking rose exhibitions and vibrant floral displays to live music, a classic car and truck show, and the beloved Rose Parade, Thomasville, Georgia is preparing to host the 105th Annual Rose Show & Festival on April 24-25. This family-friendly weekend promises a lively celebration of roses in full bloom along with the beauty of spring. “The Rose Show & Festival is packed with family-friendly activities all weekend long,” said Community Engagement Manager Brandy Avery....