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KICK OFF SUMMER WITH FIRST FRIDAY ON JUNE 5

Summer fun returns to Downtown Thomasville with First Friday on June 5 from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Families and friends are invited to enjoy an evening of live music, food trucks, and community fun in the heart of downtown. “School is out for the summer, and First Friday is the perfect opportunity for families to enjoy a fun night together downtown,” said Brandy Avery, Community Engagement Manager for the City of Thomasville. A variety of food trucks will be on-site serving...

Posted on May 29, 2026

2026 HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS

June 1st marks the start of the 2026 hurricane season, and the City of Thomasville reminds residents about the importance of hurricane preparedness as the season approaches. The 2025 hurricane season saw the development of 13 named storms, five hurricanes, and four major hurricanes, three of which reached Category 5 strength. “Forecasters with the National Weather Service (NWS) are predicting that the 2026 Atlantic basin season is expected to be below normal due to competing weather...

Posted on May 28, 2026

CITY ANNOUNCES INAUGURAL YOUTH COUNCIL

The City of Thomasville is proud to announce the establishment of its inaugural City of Thomasville Youth Council, a new initiative designed to engage, educate, and empower local high school students through hands‑on experiences in public service and municipal government. Formed in partnership with Thomasville City Schools, the Youth Council was created through a collaborative nomination and selection process that invited school leadership to identify students who demonstrate leadership...

Posted on May 27, 2026

CITY OF THOMASVILLE RECEIVES 2026 MAIN STREET ACCREDITATION

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...

Posted on May 21, 2026

MEMORIAL DAY CITY SERVICES SCHEDULE

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,...

Posted on May 18, 2026

CITY OF THOMASVILLE AWARDED MULTIYEAR GRANT FROM FOX GIVES

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...

Posted on May 12, 2026

TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE BELMONT DRIVE

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....

Posted on May 11, 2026

CITY TO HOLD MULTIMODAL TRANSPORTATION PLAN JACKSON STREET TALK + WALK SESSION

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...

Posted on May 8, 2026

TEMPORARY LANE CLOSURE EAST WASHINGTON STREET

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...

Posted on Apr 24, 2026

LIVE MUSIC IS ON TAP FOR THOMASVILLE’S FIRST FRIDAY ON MAY 1ST

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...

Posted on Apr 24, 2026

TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE REMINGTON AVENUE

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...

Posted on Apr 23, 2026

TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE ON GORDON AVENUE

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...

Posted on Apr 17, 2026