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HURRICANE MICHAEL POST-STORM UPDATE

The City of Thomasville would like to provide an update to our recovery efforts from Hurricane Michael: There have been no reported fatalities in Thomasville. Additionally, Thomas County Emergency Management reports no fatalities in Thomas County. Hundreds of trees are down throughout our community. The fallen trees have caused widespread damage to our electric distribution system, telecommunications system and are blocking numerous roads and streets. Road clearing has been a...

Posted on Oct 11, 2018

CITY RECOVERS FROM HURRICANE MICHAEL

Hurricane Michael may not have passed directly through Thomasville, but the high winds surrounding the storm were enough to cause significant damage to the community. Numerous trees are down throughout the city and many roads are impassable. Citizens are urged to stay home and off the roads if at all possible for the safety of themselves and our emergency responders. “We understand that with daylight comes the curiosity to get out and survey the damage,” said Sheryl Sealy, Director...

Posted on Oct 11, 2018

CITY OF THOMASVILLE OFFICES WILL REMAIN CLOSED UNTIL FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12TH

We have been monitoring the path of Hurricane Michael and the potential effects on our community. Based on the storm’s trajectory, we anticipate heavy winds and rains throughout the night and early morning hours. In the interest of safety, we will remain closed until Friday, October 12th. City of Thomasville staff members are to report for work on Friday at their regularly scheduled time unless otherwise instructed by their supervisors.

Posted on Oct 10, 2018

URGENT INFORMATION REGARDING THE APPROACH OF HURRICANE MICHAEL

The City of Thomasville would like to inform our community of some final information that is important as we complete our preparations for Hurricane Michael’s arrival into the Thomasville area: Please monitor this storm and heed all warnings and watches. If you feel unsafe, please consider leaving your home and seeking shelter now prior to the storm’s arrival. Thomas County Emergency Management has announced shelter locations at First Baptist Church in Thomasville (opening at 4...

Posted on Oct 9, 2018

CITY OF THOMASVILLE CALENDAR CHANGES DUE TO HURRICANE MICHAEL

Due to Hurricane Michael’s expected impact to the Thomasville area, several calendar items have been postponed or cancelled. Please note the following calendar changes: 10/9: Utilities Committee Meeting: Cancelled 10/9: City Manager Candidate Tours of Thomasville and Public Meet and Greet: Postponed 10/10: Called Council Meetings for City Manager Candidate Interviews, Selection: Postponed 10/10: Architectural Review & Zoning Appeals Board: Postponed 10/10: Public...

Posted on Oct 8, 2018

CITY BEGINS PREPARATIONS FOR MICHAEL

A hurricane watch has been issued for Thomas County. Forecasts indicate that Hurricane Michael may be on course to severely impact Thomasville and make landfall as a major hurricane. In preparation of the storm, City Administrative offices will close tomorrow, October 9, 2018 at 12 noon and will remain closed through Wednesday, October 10th. Thomasville residents need to take safety precautions, including actions to protect themselves and their family. Residents are urged to finish...

Posted on Oct 8, 2018

U.S. NAVY BAND COMMODORES JAZZ ENSEMBLE COMING TO THOMASVILLE FOR FREE CONCERT

The U.S. Navy Band Commodores jazz ensemble is coming to the Thomasville Municipal Auditorium on Tuesday, October 30th at 7:30 p.m. for a free concert. Jazz is America’s music and the Commodores, the Navy’s premiere jazz ensemble, have been performing the very best of big band jazz for the Navy and the nation for almost 50 years. They have appeared on TV shows, played nearly all major jazz festivals and toured across the United States and abroad. One of the Navy Band’s main...

Posted on Oct 8, 2018

RETURN VISITS PLANNED FOR CITY MANAGER CANDIDATES

Last week during regular session of the Thomasville City Council, Mayor Greg Hobbs announced the names of the final candidates for the position of City Manager for the City of Thomasville. Mayor Hobbs shared today that the candidates are scheduled to return to Thomasville for further interviews beginning October 9th. He said the second visit will include time for the candidates to meet both senior staff members and members of the community. “Choosing our next City Manager is a very...

Posted on Oct 4, 2018

CITY TO HOST 2ND EDITION OF ‘LET’S DISCUSS UTILITIES’

Citizens with questions about their utility rates and ways to save will have the opportunity to learn more when the City of Thomasville hosts, ‘Let’s Discuss Utilities,’ the most recent presentation in the popular community engagement series. The event will be held Tuesday, October 16th, from 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm in the Harper Elementary School gymnasium. “We hosted our first ‘Let’s Discuss…’ on Utilities last spring. With cooler months ahead, we felt another discussion...

Posted on Oct 3, 2018

VETERANS DAY PARADE APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN

The City of Thomasville is partnering with local veterans groups for the third year in a row to present the Veterans Day Parade on Saturday, November 10th at 10:00 a.m. in downtown Thomasville. The community is encouraged to attend the parade to celebrate the men and women who have served in our U.S. military. Veterans Day officially became a national holiday in 1938; it’s a day to show respect and gratitude to those who were willing to serve our country. “The City of Thomasville stands...

Posted on Oct 3, 2018

BOOS & BLUES SIP & STROLL THIS FRIDAY

Fall is in the air and we’re welcoming the change of seasons with our “Boos and Blues” First Friday Sip and Stroll on October 5th from 6:00-10:00 p.m. in Downtown Thomasville. From 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., bring the family for a bite to eat at one of Downtown’s many amazing restaurants and shop around as the stores stay open late. “Local merchants are setting the tone for the fall season with all new merchandise and in-store promotions while extending their business hours for this...

Posted on Oct 1, 2018

CITY OF THOMASVILLE CELEBRATES PUBLIC POWER WEEK, NATIONAL PUBLIC NATURAL GAS WEEK AND NATIONAL CUSTOMER SERVICE WEEK

The City of Thomasville is observing Public Power Week, National Public Natural Gas Week and National Customer Service Week in early October. According to Chris White, Assistant Utilities Superintendent, these commemorations are meant to celebrate the benefits of locally owned utilities and the dedicated staff that provide them. “We are proud to not only provide competitively-priced and reliable energy services to our customers, but also to deliver that service in a way that exceeds...

Posted on Oct 1, 2018