Victoria Park Press

After months of public input that included more than 80 survey responses, ten open topic discussions, two discovery walks and one kickoff meeting, a plan is coming together for the West Jackson Streetscape project that will enhance this vibrant area of downtown Thomasville. “Since kicking off our initial meeting for this project in August, we’ve worked directly with hundreds of Thomasville residents so that we have an understanding of what enhancements are most valued by our community...

If you’ve been out to Varnedoe Park recently, you might have noticed the basketball courts have a whole new look. This popular park area has received some upgrades that the youth of Thomasville are sure to appreciate. According to Mike Atkinson, Public Works Director, the recent upgrade was paid for using 2012 Recreation SPLOST funds. “All of the basketball backboards were refurbished and new lines were painted on the courts,” said Atkinson. “In addition, we installed new...

The results of a recent Thomasville Police Department online survey to help assess the current perception of law enforcement service to the community are in, and participants overall say that the TPD is making the grade. The survey was conducted in partnership with the Thomas University Division of Social Work from February through May earlier this year. The results were shared during a Wednesday workshop session with Thomasville City Councilmembers by TPD Chief Troy Rich and Dr. Debra...

The City of Thomasville’s Community Relations team is once again bringing the fun to fall with Fall Xtravaganza. This year’s event will be held Saturday, November 4th from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in Thomasville’s Paradise Park. “Debuting last year, Fall Xtravaganza is a fun-filled day that we are excited to host once again,” said Kha McDonald, Senior Assistant City Manager. “From face-painting to games for all ages, this event is perfect to get out in one of our beautiful...

A howlin’ good time awaits the furriest residents of Thomasville when City of Thomasville Community Relations, in partnership with Thomas County Humane Society, kicks off the tenth annual Howl-O-Ween celebration at the Dog Park on Saturday, October 28, 2017, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This unique park is located on South Pinetree Boulevard, across from the Southwestern State Hospital campus. This year’s celebration will include the popular doggie and me costume contest and other...

Last month, Thomasville took another important step in the development of a comprehensive plan which promises to place the community on the road to positive growth for all of its citizens. The year-long planning effort, known as Blueprint: Thomasville 2028, has eagerly sought citizen input in order to create a plan that is truly inclusive of all sections of Thomasville and her population. “We started the process in May when a team of consultants, City leaders and members of our...

The City of Thomasville has announced various road closures due to construction projects: Tuxedo Drive: The City of Thomasville’s Public Works Department has closed Tuxedo Drive to thru traffic at the culvert crossing located approximately 250’ east of Parkway Drive. This closure is necessary to maintain the safety of the traveling public, as the drainage culverts at this location are in need of repair. This roadway will remain closed until the culvert replacement is completed, which...

The City of Thomasville Utilities is observing Public Power Week October 1-7, which recognizes the importance of public power to our community. Each year, more than 2,000 community-owned utilities, like City of Thomasville Utilities, observe Public Power Week during the first full week of October. Public Power Week is a celebration of not-for-profit electric utilities that proudly serve the electric power needs of about 40 million Americans - or almost 15 percent of electricity...

Consider this scenario: It’s 2 o’clock in the morning. You and your family are fast asleep when you awaken to the smoke alarm sounding and the smell of smoke. What do you do? If you and your family don’t have a plan in place, it could jeopardize your safety, or even prove deadly. “In a typical home fire, you may have as little as one to two minutes to escape safely from the time the smoke alarm sounds,” said TFR Fire Marshal Tim Connell. “That’s why home escape planning is...

The City of Thomasville has launched a new tool to help citizens learn more about the projects that impact their community. Discovery Walks will give those interested an opportunity to walk with planners, engineers, and other City staff to hear more about the work that is occurring on projects in Thomasville. Lauren Radford, Director of Public Engagement and Outreach said that the Discovery Walks are an additional way for citizens to get involved in the work happening in their community....

The City of Thomasville observed Public Power Week, National Public Natural Gas Week and National Customer Service Week October 1-7, 2017. According to City Manager/Utilities Superintendent Steve Sykes, these commemorations are meant to celebrate the benefits of locally owned utilities and the dedicated staff that provide them. “We are proud to not only provide competitively-priced and reliable energy services to our customers, but also to deliver that service in a way that exceeds the...

Beginning Wednesday evening, October 4, 2017, the City of Thomasville’s Water Department will temporarily close the 500 block of Gordon Avenue, between West Hansell St. and West Loomis Street. This closure for thru traffic is to repair a leaking water service line. Northbound traffic on Gordon Avenue will be detoured at West Loomis Street, and southbound traffic on Gordon Avenue will be detoured at West Hansell Street. This repair is expected to be completed the same evening with normal...