Victoria Park Press

The 35th Annual Victorian Christmas will highlight Christmas in Thomasville when it returns to the bricks of Downtown Thomasville on Thursday and Friday, December 9th and 10th. Guests can turn back time and experience the holiday spirit of the Victorian era during this cherished Thomasville tradition each evening from 6:00-9:00 p.m. “This year’s event is sure to be the largest and most special Victorian Christmas we have hosted to date,” said Madison Eaton, Special Events...

The City of Thomasville’s Financial Services Department has announced the release of the 2020 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR). “On behalf of the City of Thomasville’s Financial Services Department, it is my pleasure to submit our 2020 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report,” said Ashley Cason, Chief Financial Officer. “The CAFR is a set of financial statements, auditors’ reports, discussion, and analysis that provide a comprehensive look at the state of the City’s...

A public engagement meeting for the City’s 2022 proposed budget has been scheduled for Monday, December 6th at 5:30 p.m. According to City Manager Alan Carson, the purpose of this meeting is to receive public input on the City’s proposed budget while also continuing efforts to provide transparency to the community. “For the tenth straight year, the budget includes no funding from property taxes for residents of the city of Thomasville,” said City Manager Alan Carson. “The...

Magnolia Street at the South Pinetree Boulevard roundabout has opened for both northbound and southbound traffic. Crews have completed the installation of new traffic signage approaching the roundabout advising motorists and pedestrians of yield locations, directional arrows, pedestrian crossings, and speed limits. Motorists approaching the roundabout are advised to slow down and observe advisory speed limits. When entering the roundabout, yield to traffic already in the circle, look left...

The City of Thomasville Landfill Department was recently presented a Communication, Education, and Marketing Tools Award from the Georgia Chapter of the Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA). Founded in 1962, SWANA is the leading professional association in the solid waste field, providing education, management, and advocacy for its more than 10,000 members. “We are honored to be recognized by the Georgia Chapter of SWANA for our communication, education, and marketing...

The holiday magic of Christmas in Thomasville continues in downtown Thomasville on Friday, December 3rd with a First Friday Sip & Shop filled with seasonal festivities. Live sidewalk entertainment, food trucks, Christmas tree lighting, sipping, shopping, and a free concert will help guests celebrate the most wonderful time of the year. “Downtown Thomasville is a truly special place during the holidays, providing guests with the perfect setting for live entertainment, photo...

South Pinetree Boulevard is scheduled to open for both eastbound and westbound traffic on Tuesday, November 30, 2021. Magnolia Street and Magnolia Road, at the South Pinetree Boulevard intersection, will remain closed due to a delayed shipment of roadside signage for the roundabout. Eastbound and westbound traffic along South Pinetree Boulevard through the roundabout will be permitted, however, barricades will be installed to prevent traffic from entering Magnolia Street and Magnolia...

Contractors are scheduled to begin replacing water mains along East Pinetree Boulevard between East Jackson Street and Remington Avenue on Tuesday, November 29th. The work is scheduled to begin at 10:00 p.m. and is expected to last eight hours. There will be a temporary road closure on East Pinetree Boulevard while the work is being completed. Travelers in this area are encouraged to use caution while using the detour, prepare for potential traffic delays, or select an alternate route....

The City of Thomasville administrative offices will be closed Thursday, November 25, and Friday, November 26, 2021, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Due to the holiday observance, some City services will be affected. City services’ schedules are as follows: Utilities Response Center Regular 24-hour operational schedule. They can be reached by calling 229-227-5499. City of Thomasville Residential Refuse Thursday residential customers will be collected on Wednesday,...

As winter arrives and cooler temperatures head our way, most residential customers will experience increases in energy usage which can translate into higher utility bills. With this in mind, the City of Thomasville encourages customers to implement easy and affordable ways to save on their energy usage now that will pay off later. “The arrival of colder weather does not mean that customers do not have options at their disposal to save on their energy bills,” said Stephan Thompson,...

Downtown Thomasville is truly a special place during the holiday season. Twinkling lights, sparkling window displays, holiday wreaths, oversized photos ops, Holiday Open House, Sip & Shops, Victorian Christmas and so much more come together to make “Christmas in Thomasville” a magical and festive time with something for everyone. The Christmas in Thomasville season will begin with the Holiday Open House on Sunday, November 21st, and will run through Christmas. “We invite you to join...

City of Thomasville Utilities customers are eligible to enter the Utilities Online Sweepstakes for a chance to win one of ten $50 Visa gift cards. Customers can enter the sweepstakes by registering for Utilities Online at Thomasville.org and making a payment by January 15, 2022. “We are excited to offer our customers the opportunity to enter the Utilities Online sweepstakes,” said Melissa Donaldson, Director of Customer Service. “This is a great opportunity to get registered with...