Thomasville Insights

On this episode, we interview History Center Curator Ephraim Rotter, who fills us in on some important local history and more.

Some of the topics include

• History Center Lunch and Learn updates plus what’s next 
• How Thomas County and Thomasville get their names 
• Why Lot 39 matters to the city’s beginning 
• Henry O. Flipper’s legacy through the wider Flipper family’s achievements 
• Why politicians and public figures choose to visit Thomasville 
• John F. Archbold’s local influence beyond building a hospital 
• Why does Thomasville have an odd street layout? 

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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!