CITY OF THOMASVILLE MEMORIAL DAY SCHEDULE

City of Thomasville Administrative Offices will be closed Monday, May 29 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. Additional service schedules and hours are as follows: Utilities Response Center Regular 24-hour operational schedule. Call (229) 227-5499 for assistance. City of Thomasville Residential Refuse & Thomas County Residential Refuse There will be no changes to residential pick-up schedules. Customers are encouraged to place containers curbside by 7:00 am to avoid a lapse...



CITY OF THOMASVILLE TO HOST FEEDING THE COMMUNITY EVENT

The City of Thomasville, in partnership with local organizations, will host a Feeding the Community event on Thursday, May 25 from 11 am – 2 pm to assist anyone in the community in need of a meal. The City’s Community Outreach Team hosts meal distribution events to build and create partnerships with other organizations while serving the community. “We have a growing list of community partners joining us to try and make a small difference in our community,” noted Community...



EMERGENCY TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE ON GORDON AVENUE BETWEEN LOOMIS STREET AND HANSELL STREET

City of Thomasville Utility Crews are performing emergency repair work at Gordon Avenue and Loomis Street due to a cracked water main. In order for crews to repair this water main, Gordon Avenue between Loomis Street and Hansell Street will be temporarily closed in the work zone. The work is expected to last five (5) days. Flaggers will be at the site to direct traffic while the work is being completed. Travelers in the area are encouraged to select an alternate route or be prepared for...



THOMASVILLE MAIN STREET RECEIVES 2023 MAIN STREET AMERICA ACCREDITATION

Thomasville Main Street has been designated as an Accredited Main Street America™ program for meeting rigorous performance standards. Each year, Main Street America and its partners announce the list of Accredited programs to recognize their exceptional commitment to preservation-based economic development and community revitalization through the Main Street Approach™. “We are very proud to acknowledge this year’s 862 Accredited Main Street America programs, and their steadfast...



SEWER WORK CONSTRUCTION BEGINS FOR PROPOSED BLOOMFIELD LAKES SUBDIVISION

Contractors will begin construction of sewer main work to serve the proposed Bloomfield Lakes Subdivision by May 15. Work is expected to take approximately two months. Main construction will begin at an existing sewer lift station on GA Hwy 3 near North Pinetree Boulevard; continue along GA Hwy 3 and across the bypass to Old Cassidy Road; and continue down Old Cassidy Road and terminate at the proposed Bloomfield Lakes Subdivision. The sanitary sewer extension will be constructed inside...



FINAL PUBLIC HEARING SET FOR CITY'S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FIVE-YEAR UPDATE

The City of Thomasville invites the community to attend the final public hearing for the Comprehensive Plan Five-Year Update on Tuesday, May 16 at 5:30 pm in the Thomasville Municipal Building, located at 144 East Jackson Street. The upcoming public hearing will be a presentation of the final draft of the Comprehensive Plan Five Year Update. Staff will present highlights from the final draft reflecting on the community’s priorities for the next five years of plan implementation before...



TEMPORARY LANE CLOSURE EAST PINETREE BLVD NEAR INTERSECTION OF REMINGTON AVE

Construction crews are scheduled to work on a driveway located at 2544 East Pinetree Boulevard beginning May 10, 2023. Work is expected to take place from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. There will be a temporary lane closure on the northbound lane of East Pinetree Boulevard, adjacent to Fallin’s BBQ, while the driveway work is being completed. 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...



TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE AFFECTING EAST WASHINGTON STREET, NORTH DAWSON STREET, AND OTHER SURROUNDING AREAS

City of Thomasville Utility crews will be working on East Washington Street between North Dawson Street and North Love Street beginning May 15, 2023 to replace a wastewater main. The work will take approximately two weeks. There will be a temporary road closure on East Washington Street between North Dawson Street and North Love Street and also on a portion of Young Street near East Washington Street while the wastewater improvement work is being completed. Detour signs will be posted,...



SHOPPING, DINING, AND LIVE MUSIC ARE ON TAP FOR THOMASVILLE’S FIRST FRIDAY SIP AND SHOP ON MAY 5

Bring your family and friends and join the fun on May 5 for the First Friday Sip & Shop in Downtown Thomasville. The event begins at 6 pm with extended shopping and dining hours followed by a free concert at The Ritz Amphitheater by musical group Madison and the Band. “Springtime is one of the best times to enjoy strolling through Downtown Thomasville and shopping and dining with our great businesses,” said Special Events Manager Nicole Elwell. “The weather is also perfect this time...



THOMASVILLE FIRE RESCUE MAINTAINS HIGH ISO RATING

Thomasville Fire Rescue continues to receive excellent achievement for Thomasville, recently receiving notification of maintaining its Insurance Service Office (ISO) Class 2 rating. This rating places the City of Thomasville in the top 4% of U.S. communities for fire protection. “We have a dedicated group of firefighters that work hard every day for our community to make it the best it can be,” said Thomasville Fire Rescue Chief Tim Connell. “Our ISO Class rating is a reflection of...



TPD URGES COMMUNITY TO KEEP SAFETY IN MIND AT LARGE OUTDOOR GATHERINGS

Perfect springtime weather invites outdoor activities, and the Thomasville Police Department encourages everyone to keep safety at the forefront of all outdoor event plans. According to Thomasville Police Chief John Letteney, the main goal during outdoor events is to keep streets open to establish access to emergency vehicles. Large gatherings should also be respectful of Thomasville’s noise ordinance. “We definitely support positive interactions and people gathering together to...



NEW EXPERIENCES AND TRADITIONAL FAVORITES ARE A PART OF THIS YEAR’S ROSE SHOW AND FESTIVAL

Whether you’re looking for traditional favorites or new experiences, Thomasville’s upcoming Rose Show and Festival has something for everyone. The event is set for April 28-29 in beautiful Downtown Thomasville, Georgia. “With this being the 102nd year for Thomasville’s Rose Show, it’s always important to honor that legacy and continue to be add new elements to attract visitors to our area,” noted Bonnie Hayes, Director of Tourism Development. One exciting new addition to...