THOMASVILLE IS THE PERFECT PLACE FOR HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS

There is something truly special about the holiday season in Thomasville. Twinkling lights and beautiful holiday decorations combined with events like Holiday Open House, Victorian Christmas, and so much more come together to create “Christmas in Thomasville,” a magical and festive celebration for friends and families to enjoy. This celebration will officially begin with Holiday Open House on November 20 from 1-5 pm. Additional events are planned through mid-December for travelers and...



VETERANS DAY CITY SERVICE SCHEDULES

The City of Thomasville Administrative Offices will be closed Friday, November 11 in observance of the Veterans Day holiday. Refuse schedules will operate on their normal schedules for the holiday observance. 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 Friday residential customers will be collected on their normal schedule on...



CHANGE YOUR CLOCKS AND SMOKE ALARM BATTERIES FOR DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME

This year, on Sunday, November 6, states throughout the U.S. will be setting their clocks back one hour for daylight saving time. Thomasville Fire Rescue urges you to use this time change as a reminder to also change your home’s smoke alarm batteries. “As you’re moving around your home and adjusting your clocks for daylight saving time, it just makes sense to remember to change your smoke alarm batteries at the same time,” said Thomasville Fire Rescue Chief Tim Connell. “It’s...



TEMPORARY LANE CLOSURE ON GORDON AVENUE

City of Thomasville Utilities crews will begin work on Gordon Avenue this afternoon, November 2, to replace a water service line. The eastbound lane of Gordon Avenue will be temporarily closed between Junius Street and Archbold Avenue. The work is expected to last six (6) hours. 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 to be prepared for some travel delays. Please be patient with...



THOMASVILLE’S FIRST FRIDAY WILL FEATURE SHOPPING, DINING, AND MUSIC BY THE HARRY KING BAND

Get ready for Downtown Thomasville’s next First Friday Sip & Shop on November 4! Spend a beautiful fall evening sipping and shopping and cap off your night with a free concert by the Harry King Band. Beginning at 6 pm, guests can shop and dine throughout Downtown Thomasville. With over 100 locally owned shops and restaurants, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. “Many of our shops are open late during our First Friday events, so it’s the perfect opportunity to get a jump...



TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE ON WOODLAND DRIVE

City of Thomasville Public Works staff will be making storm drain improvements on Woodland Drive between Beth Drive and Cherry Street on October 31, 2022. Work will begin at 8 am and last for two days. There will be a temporary road closure on Woodland Drive between Beth Drive and Cherry Street while 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...



EMERGENCY TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE ON GLENWOOD DRIVE BETWEEN EDGEWOOD CIRCLE AND CLAY STREET

City of Thomasville Water Department staff are repairing a water main break on Glenwood Drive between Edgewood Circle and Clay Street. The work will be completed as soon as possible. There is an emergency temporary road closure on Glenwood Drive between Edgewood Circle and Clay Street while the work is being completed. Detour signs have been 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...



THOMASVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT SEEKS INPUT THROUGH CITIZEN SURVEY

The Thomasville Police Department invites you to complete a citizen 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 create a plan to address newly-identified issues and improve existing services. “The survey is another way for us to engage the community and receive feedback on all the good work of the officers and civilian staff of the...



ENERGY EFFICIENCY TIPS FOR THE WINTER MONTHS

Over the past year, you’ve probably noticed the increasing prices of many goods and services such as groceries and gasoline. Unfortunately, natural gas prices have also increased across the country, and colder weather can bring higher than normal utility bills. Several factors have caused an increase in natural gas prices, including increased demand for electricity as power generators move away from coal to clean-burning natural gas to lower emissions. The natural gas industry also...



TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE ON EAST WEBSTER STREET

City of Thomasville Wastewater Department staff will begin repairing a wastewater service line at 321 East Webster Street between Young Street and North Dawson Street on October 25, 2022. The work is expected to begin at 8 am and last approximately five hours. There will be a temporary road closure on East Webster Street between Young Street and North Dawson Street while the work is being completed. Detour signs will be posted, and travelers in the area are encouraged to select an...



THOMASVILLE’S POLICE CHIEF ELECTED PRESIDENT OF THE IACP

Thomasville Police Chief John Letteney has been sworn in as President of the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP). His term began October 18 at the conclusion of the IACP Annual Convention and Exposition held in Dallas, Texas. “John’s impressive law enforcement career and the leadership he has brought to our organization makes him the perfect candidate to serve as IACP President,” noted Thomasville City Manager Alan Carson. “We are proud of his achievements and his...



TEMPORARY LANE CLOSURES ON MIMOSA DRIVE

City crews are scheduled to work on water service lines on Mimosa Drive from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm on October 19. The section of roadway that will be impacted is between Rosedale Avenue and Gordon Avenue. Lane closures will be necessary in order to provide a safe zone for road work and to complete the work as quickly and efficiently as possible. Please be on the lookout for construction workers in the construction area. For more information about this project, please call the City of...