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CHIEF OF POLICE JOHN LETTENEY ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT

Thomasville Police Chief John Letteney has formally announced his retirement on November 13, 2023. After three years of service to the citizens of Thomasville, Letteney’s last day as Chief of Police will be effective January 12, 2024. “The decision to retire has not been an easy one, but I feel this is the right time,” said Chief Letteney. “Through deliberate succession planning and leadership training, as well as a comprehensive reorganization of the department with improved...

Posted on Nov 15, 2023

TPD COMPLETES ONE MIND CAMPAIGN PLEDGE

The Thomasville Police Department is pleased to announce that they have completed a pledge to ensure successful interactions between law enforcement and persons with mental health conditions and intellectual/developmental disabilities in the Thomasville community. The pledge is part of an initiative called the One Mind Campaign, which was started by the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP), the world’s largest and most influential professional association for police...

Posted on Nov 9, 2023

TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE - EAST WASHINGTON STREET BETWEEN NORTH MITCHELL STREET AND GLENWOOD DRIVE

City of Thomasville Utility crews will be working on East Washington Street between North Mitchell Street and Glenwood Drive starting on November 13, 2023 and lasting for one (1) week. They will be repairing sewer infrastruture. There will be a temporary road closure on East Washington Street between North Mitchell Street and Glenwood Drive while the wastewater improvement work is being completed. Detour signs will be posted, and travelers in the area are encouraged to select an alternate...

Posted on Nov 9, 2023

HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE IN DOWNTOWN THOMASVILLE

Here in Downtown Thomasville, wreaths are being hung and lights are being strung because the holiday season is here! With a festive day of shopping, dining, and prizes, the Holiday Open House kicks off one of the best seasons in Thomasville! This year, the Holiday Open House will be held on Sunday, November 19 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. “The holidays are all about celebrating the values that bring us together in life, such as our friends and family,” said April Norton, Managing...

Posted on Nov 9, 2023

TEMPORARY LANE CLOSURES - ON OLD ALBANY ROAD BETWEEN HOLLAND STREET & OQUINA CREEK AND BETWEEN HOLLAND STREET & PLANTATION OAKS DRIVE

Utility improvements are being made by the City of Thomasville’s contractor on Old Albany Road between North Boulevard and Plantation Oaks Drive over the next seven to eight (7-8) months. Beginning on November 13 and lasting through November 20, there will be temporary lane closures for the contractor to safely complete their work. Lane closures will occur on Old Albany Road between Holland Street and the Oquina Creek (near Villa North Apartments) and then also between Holland Street...

Posted on Nov 8, 2023

THOMASVILLE, A MAGICAL PLACE DURING THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF YEAR

There is something different about the holiday season in Thomasville this year. Why does it seem so magical? To some, this time of year means they will get to see friends and family they haven’t seen all year, to others it simply means they’re “going home.” So, take a trip “back home” with us! Street entertainment and trolley rides with events like Holiday Open House, Victorian Christmas, and so much more come together to create “Christmas in Thomasville,” a magical and...

Posted on Nov 6, 2023

TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE - AT GORDON AVENUE AND MIMOSA DRIVE

City of Thomasville Utility Crews will begin work at the intersection of Gordon Avenue and Mimosa Drive to repair a water main on November 7. The work will begin at 8:00 am EST and last four (4) hours. This intersection will be temporarily closed to through traffic but will allow local traffic only. Travelers in the area are encouraged to select an alternate route or to be prepared for some travel delays. Please be patient with the Utility Crews while they work to improve services. Click...

Posted on Nov 3, 2023

VETERANS DAY CITY SERVICE HOLIDAY SCHEDULES

The City of Thomasville Administrative Offices will be closed Friday, November 10 in observance of the Veterans Day holiday. Refuse schedules will operate on their normal schedules for the holiday observance. Schedules and additional hours are listed below: Utilities Response Center Regular 24-hour operational schedule. They can be reached by calling 229-227-5499. City of Thomasville Residential Refuse Friday residential customers will be collected on their normal schedule on...

Posted on Nov 3, 2023

TEMPORARY LANE CLOSURE - HANSELL STREET BETWEEN SOUTH STREET AND MAGNOLIA STREET

City of Thomasville Utility Crews will begin work on Hansell Street between South Street and Magnolia Street on November 7 to repair a leaking water main. Crews will begin this repair at 8:00 am EST, and work will last 4 hours. In order for crews to repair this water main, the east bound lane of Hansell Street between South Street and Magnolia Street will be temporarily closed in the work zone to through traffic. While no detour is required, travelers in the area are encouraged to select...

Posted on Nov 2, 2023

TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE - REMINGTON AVENUE BETWEEN BROAD STREET AND MADISON STREET

Contractors will be working on Remington Avenue between Broad Street and Madison Street beginning November 8, 2023. The work includes replacing bricks in the road and will take approximately 15 days to complete. Detour signs will be posted to direct traffic around the work zone. Travelers in the area are encouraged to select an alternate route or to be prepared for some travel delays. Please be patient with the crew while they work to complete the work. Click here for a detour map. For...

Posted on Nov 1, 2023

KICK THE OLD SMOKE ALARM BATTERIES TO THE CURB FOR DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME

This year, on Sunday, November 5, states throughout the U.S. will be setting their clocks back one hour for daylight saving time. Thomasville Fire Rescue urges you to use this time change as a reminder to also change your home’s smoke alarm batteries. “As you’re preparing your home for the fall season, adjusting your clocks for daylight saving time, it just makes sense to remember to change your smoke alarm batteries at the same time,” said Thomasville Fire Rescue Chief Tim...

Posted on Oct 31, 2023

CITY OF THOMASVILLE ANNOUNCES RELEASE OF POPULAR ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT

The City of Thomasville’s Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR) is now available online to help residents understand how their tax dollars are managed and spent. The easy-to-read guide highlights important financial information and issues affecting the City’s financial health and contains condensed and simplified information from the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, which is compiled at the end of each fiscal year. The most recent PAFR reflects the fiscal year ending December...

Posted on Oct 27, 2023