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City of Thomasville Wastewater Department staff have begun repairing a failing wastewater main on West Jackson Street near Patten Street. Repairs are expected to last one day. There will be a temporary lane closure on West Jackson Street near Patten Street while the work is being completed. Travelers in the area are encouraged to select an alternate route or to be prepared for some travel delays. Thank you for your patience while crews work to improve the city’s infrastructure. For...

City of Thomasville wastewater crews are scheduled to begin repairing a wastewater patch across the area of 1310 East Jackson Street. The work is scheduled to begin on Monday, August 11, 2025, at 8:00 am, and it will take approximately two days to complete. There will be varied eastbound and westbound temporary lane closures across East Jackson Street, near the construction site, while crews make repairs. Travelers in the area are advised to choose an alternate route or prepare for...

City of Thomasville contractors will begin patching work on Campbell Street between Martin Luther King Jr. Drive and Industrial Boulevard. The work is scheduled to begin on Thursday, August 7, 2025, pending weather, at 8:00 am and is expected to last three days. There will be a temporary lane closure on Campbell Street between Martin Luther King Jr. Drive and Industrial Boulevard while this work is being completed. Travelers in the area are encouraged to select an alternate route or to...

During regular session on Monday, July 28, the Thomasville City Council approved a new ordinance establishing a stormwater utility. The ordinance gives the City authority to bill stormwater services for residential and commercial customers within city limits. City leadership expects to implement the utility fee in early 2026. The ordinance establishes a dedicated funding source for stormwater services, as recommended in the City’s Stormwater Master Plan (SWMP) developed by consultants...

August means back to school, and the Thomasville Police Department (TPD) reminds residents to prioritize vehicular safety by slowing down, avoiding distractions, and adhering to posted school zone signage. It’s important for drivers to be vigilant with increased traffic and children walking or biking in school areas. “We encourage our residents and visitors to be extra cautious while traveling through our school zones,” said Thomasville Police Chief Wade Glover. “As a community,...

Mark your calendars for an unforgettable evening in Downtown Thomasville during First Friday on Friday, August 1, from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. This family-friendly event features extended shopping and dining hours, delicious food trucks, live street entertainment, and a free concert. “Enjoy quality time with family and friends before school starts back,” said Brandy Avery, Community Engagement Manager for the City of Thomasville. “First Fridays are a great way to soak up the last...

City of Thomasville leaders recently traveled to Washington, D.C. to advocate for the reinstatement of their $19.8 million Community Change Grant that was terminated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on May 1, 2025. The Thomasville grant was one of nearly 800 grants canceled nationwide. According to City Manager Chris White, the meetings were productive and allowed for discussion on the challenges Thomasville is facing. “During the trip, Mayor Todd Mobley and I met with...

City of Thomasville Water Department staff will begin repairing a water service on Magnolia Street at 8 a.m. on July 22. As a result, Magnolia Street will be closed between School Avenue and 5th Avenue. Detour signs will be posted, and work is expected to be complete within one day. Travelers in the area are encouraged to select an alternate route or be prepared for some travel delays. Please be patient while city crews work to remove this hazard. For more information about this work,...

200 years of beauty, memories, and history. Thomasville will turn 200 years old in 2026, and City of Thomasville leaders, along with a Bicentennial Celebration Committee, have begun preparations for a year of celebrations to honor the city’s past, present and future. The celebration slogan, "Thomasville 200: Honoring our History, Inspiring our Future,” celebrates the places and people, honors the generations who came before, and inspires a vibrant future for all who live, work, and...

The City of Thomasville’s Wastewater Department will begin making sewer improvements on North Hansell Street beginning Monday, July 14, 2025. To facilitate a safe work environment, North Hansell Street between East Clay Street and East Monroe Street will be temporarily closed to thru traffic. Only local traffic is authorized. The work is expected to last four (4) weeks. Detour signs will be posted to direct traffic around the work zone. Travelers in the area are encouraged to select an...

The City of Thomasville will officially discontinue the use of RedSpeed speed detection cameras by the start of the upcoming school year. The decision follows an in-depth review of the program’s effectiveness and the City’s continued commitment to improving safety for students in designated school zones. Implemented as a safety initiative to reduce speeding in high-traffic areas around local schools, the RedSpeed program was intended to encourage safer driving behavior, not generate...

Broad Street, between Hansell Street and West Loomis Street, will be temporarily closed on July 10, 2025 beginning at 8:00 am while water repairs are made. Work is expected to be completed at approximately noon. Detour signs will be posted to warn travelers of the work zone and road closure. Detour information can be found here. Travelers in the area are encouraged to select an alternate route or to be prepared for some travel delays. Please be patient with crews while work is...