TEMPORARY EMERGENCY ROAD CLOSURE - GLENWOOD DRIVE BETWEEN JOREE DRIVE AND ORIOLE DRIVE

There is a temporary emergency road closure on Glenwood Drive between Joree Drive and Oriole Drive due to storm water. The road will be open to local traffic. Detour signs have been posted, and travelers in the area are encouraged to select an alternate route or to prepare for potential traffic delays. Please use caution while driving through this work zone and be patient with the crews while they complete work in this area. A detour map can be found here. For more information, please...



TPD ENCOURAGES DRIVERS TO TAKE CAUTION AS NEW SCHOOL YEAR BEGINS

As the new school year approaches, the Thomasville Police Department (TPD) is urging residents to prioritize safety by slowing down, avoiding distractions, and adhering to posted school zone signage. With increased traffic and children walking or biking in school areas, it's crucial for drivers to remain vigilant and aware of speed detection cameras in school zones. “Our primary concern is the protection of our children from traffic-related fatalities by following the designated speed...



MAKE YOUR PLANS FOR THOMASVILLE’S FIRST FRIDAY ON AUGUST 2

Get ready for an unforgettable evening at the next First Friday Sip & Shop event in Downtown Thomasville! On August 2 from 5-10 PM, the streets will come alive with extended shopping and dining hours, live music, and so much more. “Our August First Friday Sip & Shop event typically draws some of our largest crowds because there's so much to enjoy with the addition of our street entertainment,” said Main Street Director Brandy Avery. “We encourage you to dine with our restaurants or...



EMERGENCY TEMPORARY LANE CLOSURES INTERSECTION OF EAST CLAY STREET AND MADISON STREET

The City of Thomasville Water Department staff is responding to a water main break at the intersection of East Clay Street and BUS 84/US 38 (Madison Street). There will be emergency lane closures on the outbound, outside lane on BUS 84/US 38 and the west bound lane of Clay 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 prepare for potential traffic delays. The road will be open to local...



TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE GLENWOOD DRIVE BETWEEN JOREE DRIVE AND ORIOLE DRIVE

The City of Thomasville Public Works crews will be working on storm drain pipes on Glenwood Drive. There will be a temporary road closure on Glenwood Drive between Joree Drive and Oriole Drive starting at 8:30 am on Thursday, August 1, 2024 and lasting several hours. Detour signs will be posted in the work zone area. Travelers in the area are encouraged to select an alternate route or to prepare for potential traffic delays. The road will be open to local traffic only. Please use caution...



THOMASVILLE POLICE WELCOMES COMMUNITY SERVICE OFFICERS

On July 8, the City of Thomasville Police Department (TPD) welcomed two new Community Service Officers to the team as part of their ongoing efforts to foster better connections between the citizens of Thomasville and the community-oriented policing style of the department. Thomasville Police Chief Wade Glover stated, “The two new non-sworn officers, Officer Ira Merrill and Katelyn Tucker, will be instrumental in furthering community relationships.” Chief Glover emphasized, “The new...



EMERGENCY TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE ON OLD MONTICELLO ROAD BETWEEN GLEN ARVEN DRIVE AND NOTTINGHAM DRIVE

City of Thomasville Electric Department staff are removing a tree that is a hazard at 1927 Old Monticello Road, between Glen Arven Drive and Nottingham Drive. The tree removal is expected to be completed today by 5:00 pm. During the tree removal, Old Monticello Road between Glen Arven Drive and Nottingham Drive will be closed. Detours signs will be posted. Travelers in the area are encouraged to select an alternate route or to be prepared for some travel delays. Please be patient while...



TEMPORARY LANE CLOSURE GORDON AVENUE BETWEEN HANSELL STREET AND LOOMIS STREET

City of Thomasville Utility staff will be performing maintenance work at 516 Gordon Avenue between Hansell Street and Loomis Street on July 19, 2024 from 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM. There will be a temporary lane closure at the work site on Gordon Ave while work is being completed. Traffic control signs will be posted and flaggers will direct traffic as needed. Travelers in the area are encouraged to select an alternate route or to prepare for potential traffic delays. Please be on the lookout...



EMERGENCY TEMPORARY LANE CLOSURE AT 1313 EAST JACKSON STREET

The City of Thomasville Water Department's staff is currently addressing a water leak at 1313 East Jackson Street. Emergency repair work has already commenced and is expected to be completed by 4 PM EST today. During the repair, the outside lane of outbound traffic on East Jackson near the repair site will be closed. Detour signs will be put up, and travelers in the area are advised to choose an alternate route or prepare for possible traffic delays. Please use caution while driving...



THOMASVILLE RECOGNIZES JULY AS NATIONAL PARKS & RECREATION MONTH

This month, the City of Thomasville is celebrating Parks and Recreation Month, highlighting how parks and recreation contribute to the strength, vibrancy, and resilience of the community. There are a variety of activities for residents of all ages and abilities to participate in to celebrate recreational activities and how they are more than just fun and games. The City is marking Parks and Recreation Month, an initiative of the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), by inviting...



TEMPORARY LANE CLOSURE EAST JACKSON STREET NEAR INTERSECTION OF EAST PINETREE BOULEVARD

Construction crews are scheduled to install a new water main between East Pinetree Boulevard and 1530 East Jackson Street. The work is scheduled to begin on July 8, 2024, and it will take approximately two (2) weeks to complete. There will be temporary lane closures on the inbound lanes of East Jackson Street while the work is being completed. Construction signs will be posted, and travelers in the area are encouraged to select an alternate route or prepare for potential traffic delays....



ROAD CLOSURE AT INTERSECTION OF OAK STREET AND LEWIS STREET

City of Thomasville Wastewater Department staff will be working at the intersection of Oak Street and Lewis Street beginning Tuesday, July 9. They will be conducting routine maintenance on the infrastructure. The work is expected to begin at 7:00 am and last for seven (7) hours. There will be temporary road closures while the crews work at the intersection of Oak Street and Lewis Street. Warning signs will be posted to direct traffic around this work. No through traffic will be authorized...