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FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT AT THE RITZ RETURNS ON MARCH 14

Family Movie Night at The Ritz is back! Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and join us for a free, family-friendly evening under the stars on Saturday, March 14 at 7:30 p.m. at The Ritz Amphitheater. “The City of Thomasville’s Family Movie Night is such a fun way to spend time with friends and family,” said Special Events Coordinator Cassidee Smith. “There’s something truly magical about watching a movie outdoors.” This month’s featured film is Lilo & Stitch (2025). The...

Posted on Mar 6, 2026

SPRING FORWARD ON MARCH 8: CHECK YOUR SMOKE ALARM BATTERIES

Daylight saving time begins on Sunday, March 8 at 2:00 AM, meaning clocks will "spring forward" one hour. Although we lose an hour of sleep, this time change serves as a significant reminder to conduct an essential safety check: replacing the batteries in your smoke alarms. Working smoke alarms cut the risk of dying in a home fire by half, making them one of the most critical components of home safety. Other key fire safety tips encouraged by Thomasville Fire Rescue include: · ...

Posted on Mar 4, 2026

TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE ON NORTH MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DRIVE

City of Thomasville Public Works department crews will be removing a tree on North Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive between Cairo Road and Payne Street. The work is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, March 3 and Wednesday, March 4, 2026, from approximately 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. There will be a temporary road closure on North Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive between Cairo Road and Payne Street while the work is being completed. Detour signs will be posted, and travelers in the area are...

Posted on Feb 27, 2026

TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE PATTERSON STILL

City of Thomasville contractors will begin road reconstruction on Patterson Still Road between Patterson Street and North Pinetree Boulevard. The work is scheduled to begin on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at approximately 8:00 a.m. and is expected to last four days. There will be a temporary road closure on Patterson Still Road between Patterson Street and North Pinetree Boulevard while the work is being completed. Detour signs will be posted, and travelers in the area are encouraged to...

Posted on Feb 27, 2026

JOIN US AT THE 9TH ANNUAL BLACK HISTORY CELEBRATION ON FEBRUARY 28TH

The community is invited to come together on Saturday, February 28, for the 9th Annual Black History Parade and Celebration, a vibrant, family-friendly event honoring Black history, culture, and community excellence. The parade will begin at 10:00 a.m., featuring more than 130 entries, making it the largest parade in the event’s history. This year’s parade will be led by Grand Marshals Pastor Corey King and Lady Geneva Scott-King, recognized for their leadership and service within the...

Posted on Feb 20, 2026

CITY OF THOMASVILLE ANNOUNCES ROSE PARADE THEME TO CELEBRATE AND HONOR CITY’S BICENTENNIAL AND 105TH ROSE SHOW

Thomasville’s 105th Annual Rose Show & Festival, happening April 24–25, 2026, will feature stunning rose and flower shows, a lively parade, concerts, a car and truck show, artisan market, and more. This year’s celebration is especially meaningful as it coincides with the Bicentennial Celebration of Thomasville, marking 200 years of Thomasville and 105 years of The Rose Show. In honor of this historic milestone, this year’s theme, “Where Roses Reign… Honoring Our History,...

Posted on Feb 18, 2026

CITY OF THOMASVILLE ACCEPTING 2026 SPECIAL EVENT SPONSORS

The City of Thomasville is now accepting sponsorships for its 2026 lineup of major community events, including the 105th Annual Rose Show & Festival, First Fridays, and Victorian Christmas. These beloved traditions bring thousands of visitors and residents together and provide outstanding visibility opportunities for local and regional partners. Sponsorships help ensure the continued success and growth of these treasured events while offering businesses and organizations a chance to be...

Posted on Feb 16, 2026

DOWNTOWN THOMASVILLE’S SEMI-ANNUAL SIDEWALK SALE SET FOR FEBRUARY 21

Spend the day shopping and dining during Downtown Thomasville’s Semi-Annual Sidewalk Sale on February 21. Shops will feature some of their best deals of the year with bargains on everything from shoes and clothing to jewelry and home accessories. “Our Sidewalk Sale is a wonderful way for locals and visitors alike to experience the charm of Downtown Thomasville while taking advantage of incredible savings,” said Katie Ketchum, Main Street Director. “Downtown merchants are preparing...

Posted on Feb 13, 2026

CITY OF THOMASVILLE SETS FIRST FRIDAY CONCERT SERIES LINEUP FOR 2026

The City of Thomasville is excited to announce the 2026 First Friday Concert Series, returning to Downtown Thomasville beginning in March with another season of free live music at The Ritz Amphitheater. The series kicks off on Friday, March 6, with local favorite Blue Burden headlining the opening concert. Known for their southern soul and strong hometown following, Blue Burden sets the tone for a diverse lineup featuring local, regional, and nationally recognized artists throughout the...

Posted on Feb 10, 2026

THOMASVILLE FIRE RESCUE CHIEF TIM CONNELL NAMED FIRE CHIEF OF THE YEAR

Thomasville Fire Rescue (TFR) Chief Tim Connell was recently named Fire Chief of the Year by the Georgia Association of Fire Chiefs (GAFC). Connell was recognized during the 54th Annual Firefighter Recognition Day held February 3rd at the Georgia State Capital, an event that recognizes outstanding individuals and contributions to Georgia’s fire service. “I am humbled and honored to be recognized by my peers as the Fire Chief of the Year,” stated Connell. “This is only possible...

Posted on Feb 9, 2026

EMERGENCY TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE ON OLD MONTICELLO ROAD

City of Thomasville Electric department contractors are scheduled to remove a dead pine tree on Old Monticello Road between Glen Arven Drive and Sandra Drive. The work is scheduled to begin on February 10, 2026, at approximately 8:30 AM and is expected to be completed within three hours. There will be a temporary road closure on Old Monticello Road between Glen Arven Drive and Sandra Drive while the work is being completed. Detour signs will be posted, and travelers in the area are...

Posted on Feb 4, 2026

CSX TRANSPORTATION ANNOUNCES RAILROAD WORK

CSX Transportation has notified the City of Thomasville that CSX contractors are scheduled to begin a track maintenance project at the railroad tracks on Fletcher Street between Remington Avenue and Victoria Place. The work is scheduled to begin on Monday, February 23, 2026, at approximately 7:00 a.m. and is expected to last three days. There will be a temporary road closure on Fletcher Street while the work is being completed. Detour signs will be posted to direct traffic around the work...

Posted on Feb 3, 2026