Victoria Park Press

Get ready to step into a magical winter wonderland as Thomasville hosts its 38th Annual Victorian Christmas, bringing holiday cheer, nostalgic traditions, and unforgettable culinary delights to downtown! This two-night event will take place on Thursday, December 12 and Friday, December 13 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, making it a must-attend holiday celebration for the entire family. In addition to an enchanting lineup of entertainment - including carriage rides, live nativity scenes, snow,...

The City of Thomasville has partnered with Theatre Projects, a globally recognized venue planning consultant, to conduct a comprehensive market and feasibility study on the future renovation and use of the Thomasville Municipal Building and Auditorium. This initiative aims to explore the potential for transforming the historic venue into a premier performing arts and entertainment center that meets modern demands. Theatre Projects brings decades of expertise in strategic planning,...

The Victorian Christmas Costume Closet is now open to the public at the City of Thomasville Visitors Center. From now until Friday, December 6, embrace the charm of a Victorian-style Christmas and allow yourself to be transported to a magical time. “Dressing in Victorian attire truly enhances the spirit of the season,” said Brandy Avery, Main Street Director for the City of Thomasville. “Visitors eagerly anticipate returning year after year to join in this joyful...

City of Thomasville Wastewater Department staff is repairing a sewer main on Chatham Drive between Marshall Street and Woodland Drive. The repair is expected to be completed tomorrow. While this wastewater service repair work is being done, travelers in the area are encouraged to select an alternate route or to be prepared for some travel delays. Please be patient while the city crews work to repair the city’s infrastructure. For more information about this work, please call the City...

The City of Thomasville Administrative Offices will be closed Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Due to the holiday observance, some City services will be affected. Schedules and additional hours are listed below: Utilities Response Center Regular 24-hour operational schedule. They can be reached by calling 229-227-5499. City of Thomasville Residential Refuse Thursday City of Thomasville residential customers will receive...

City of Thomasville Water Department staff is responding to a water main break on Green Street. The repair is expected to be completed today. While this water service repair work is being done, the road will be closed on Green Street between Madison Street and Stevens Street. Travelers in the area are encouraged to select an alternate route or to be prepared for some travel delays. Please be patient while the city crews work to repair the city’s infrastructure. For more information...

The City of Thomasville will close Remington Avenue between Broad Street and Madison Street from November 25, 2024, through November 27, 2024, to re-insert the bricks into the left turn lane (Remington Avenue to Madison Street) that were taken up to repair a wastewater main. Detour signs will be posted to direct traffic around the work zone. Travelers in the area are encouraged to select an alternate route or to be prepared for some travel delays. Please be patient with the crew while...

The City of Thomasville was recently honored to be the host city for the Georgia Association of Convention & Visitors Bureaus (GACVB) Tourism Talks luncheon and networking event. In partnership with Atlanta Magazine, over 75 tourism industry leaders across the State of Georgia and beyond made their way to Pebble Hill Plantation in Thomasville on November 6 to discuss the myths behind hotel/motel tax while navigating through the truths behind this tax which plays a vital role in...

The holiday season in Downtown Thomasville is truly special. The twinkling lights, sparkling window displays, and delicious smells coming from local restaurants all contribute to the festive atmosphere. The City of Thomasville invites you to make it your shopping and dining destination this holiday season and to spend Christmas in Thomasville. Many events will be hosted throughout Thomasville, with the kickoff event being Holiday Open House on November 24 from 1 to 5 PM, where friends and...

The City of Thomasville will close Remington Avenue between Broad Street and Madison Street on November 15, 2024 due to a localized pavement depression or sag that has formed in the middle of the road. City crews are assessing the situation and will keep the road closed until it is safely accessible for vehicles and pedestrians. This road closure is expected to last at least 12 hours. Detour signs will be posted to direct traffic around the work zone. Click here for a detour map....

The Thomasville Police Department invites you to complete a Community Satisfaction Survey as part of an ongoing initiative to provide custom-tailored law enforcement service to the community. The survey is conducted every two years to gauge the effectiveness of past performance and develop ways to improve services. “To help us serve the citizens of Thomasville, public input is important to our organization,” noted Thomasville Police Chief Wade Glover. “Survey results will be used to...

City contracting crews will be installing a stormwater pipe on Metcalf Avenue. The work is scheduled to begin on Monday, November 18, 2024, from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm on November 19, 2024. There will be a road closure on Metcalf Avenue between Fairbanks Avenue and Texas Avenue while the stormwater repairs are being made. Construction signs will be posted, and travelers in the area are encouraged to select an alternate route or to prepare for potential traffic delays. Please be on the lookout...