Thomasville Insights

We walk through the full Thomasville Rose Show and Festival weekend with Brandy Avery, including the new additions that make this year stand out. We also share important city reminders for April and a quick Thomasville history note tied to the bicentennial.

• Rose Show and Festival dates, start times, and what to expect across both days 
• Orchids on Parade ribbon cutting and where to go 
• Friday highlights include the Rose Parade, and the sounds of Motown for the street dance.
• Parade theme tied to the bicentennial plus entry expectations and bands.
• Saturday plans including the police car and truck show around the courthouse 
• Civic Garden Club tent performances and downtown entertainment throughout the day 
• Artisan market application and selection process plus floral-focused vendors 
• Rose Fest Finale concert and the 200 synchronized drone show 
• Behind-the-scenes coordination across Team Thomasville departments 
• Thomasville History Center did-you-know on the 1861 railroad connection 
• Spring clean events for safe disposal of bulky items and hazardous materials 
• Natural gas leakage survey timeline and what crews will be doing

Please be sure to visit Thomasville.org for all the details and for the schedule of events 
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On this episode, we talk with Mark Harmon Executive Director of Inspections and Engineering. He shares updates from Remington and Old Albany Road construction. After the interview, we have history facts in honor of the Bicentennial. We hope you enjoy the show and thanks for tuning in!

On this episode, we talk with Captain Kimberly Dyke and Sergeant Chris Baggett about Criminal Investigations Division (CID) for the Thomasville Police Department. They talk about the crime investigation process and an unusual crime case that was solved recently. Thanks for tuning in!

On this episode, we talk with Felicia Brannen. As the City Clerk, Felicia tells us about her role and essential local government knowledge we all should have to be well informed citizens. Plus, we get Ricky's thoughts on being the Chamber Man of the Year and how he acknowledged most everyone in the community in his speech with one major exception! Was it intentional? Find out on Thomasville Insights!

On this episode, Assistant City Manager Sheryl Sealy talks with us about the Municipal Building & Auditorium Renovation Project. She shares some exciting possibilities as the City looks to reopen the venue in 2027. We hope you enjoy the show and thanks for tuning in!

Two centuries of stories, one city ready to celebrate. We’re kicking off Thomasville’s bicentennial with guest April Norton, exploring how a birthday becomes a living, year-long collaboration that blends history, community action, and a whole lot of local pride. From a free, family-friendly opening celebration with live music and partner booths to a citywide “200 Initiative,” we share some ideas and practical steps that will make this milestone matter.

Want to take part? The 200 Initiative invites you to do “200” acts that fit your mission—plant roses, read to kids, organize service hours—and maybe earn a custom challenge coin. You can also grab bicentennial merch at the visitor center and follow updates at Thomasville.org. Join the celebration, share your “200,” and help shape the next chapter of Thomasville’s story!

On this episode, we talk with City Manager Chris White about the 2026 budget. He shares the priorities reflected from the City Council for the upcoming year. The wide ranging conversation gets to a little bit of everything including some favorite Christmas memories. We hope you enjoy the show and thanks for tuning in!

For this episode, we talk with Katie Ketchum about Main Street Christmas in Thomasville. After that,  Cassidee Smith, Special Events Coordinator, joins us to chat about Victorian Christmas. Thanks for tuning in!

For this special episode, Eve Geyer, Engineering Project Manger and Derrius Dawson, IT Project Manager join us to talk about their time of service in the military. Thanks for tuning in and to all the veterans in our community!

Guests: John Tucker – TPD Sgt.- Use of Force Summit

 Jonathan Conner, Deputy Chief-Fire Marshal - Fall Back & Smoke Alarms