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Thomasville, Georgia Patch AM: a 4 min readHello Thomasville! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! āļøļø
In today's newsletter:
- How a $500,000 grant will transform Thomasvilleās Municipal Auditorium
- How one Harper Elementary teacher has shaped Thomasville students for 30 years
- Thomasville four-star receiver changes course on Florida State visit
Also on today's calendar: Resilient Expression: Ukrainian Artists in Estonia and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: what do you call a rabbit with fleas? š¤ (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Warmer with a shower in spots, with a high of 78 and low of 62 degrees.
- Thursday: Less humid with plenty of sun, temps: high: 85, low: 54.
- Friday: Pleasant with plenty of sun, with a high of 83 and low of 55 degrees.
š° News we're reading
ā¢ City of Thomasville awarded multiyear grant from Fox Gives (timesenterprise.com) ā Thomasvilleās historic Municipal Auditorium is getting a major boost, with a $500,000 multiyear Fox Gives grant to fund safety, structural, and accessibility upgrades. City leaders say the project will preserve a key downtown gathering space and cultural landmark, keeping it safer, more inclusive, and more functional for performances, meetings, and community events. Residents can learn more through Thomasville.org or the Visitors Center. 
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ā¢ Nearly three decades of impact: Harper teacher Pamela Ross shapes confidence in young learners (timesenterprise.com) ā Thomasville families can celebrate that Harper Elementaryās own Pamela Ross has been named Teacher of the Year after nearly three decades of inspiring young learners. The longtime 3rd grade math and science teacher is praised for building studentsā confidence, strong relationships with families, and a love of learning that reaches far beyond her classroom. Ā Ā Ā
ā¢ Florida State and Mike Norvell have four-star prospect back out of his official visit (chopchat.com) ā A Thomasville connection is at the center of Florida Stateās latest recruiting setback, as four-star receiver Jabari Watkins from Thomas County Central High has canceled his official visit to Tallahassee. The Georgia standout still plans summer trips to Louisville, Arkansas, and Georgia Tech before announcing his college choice on July 1. Ā Ā Ā
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Silent Reading Hour ā
Farmer's Daughter Vineyards + Tasting Room, 106 N Broad St, Thomasville
6:00 pm
Wednesday May 13
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Other local events
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Resilient Expression: Ukrainian Artists in Estonia ā
Thomasville Center for the Arts, 600 E Washington St #4648, Thomasville
8:00 pm -
Books, Brunch, & Bouquets ā
SASS! The Sweet and Savory Sisters, 420 W Jackson St, Thomasville
11:00 am -
Sisterhood In Bloom Brunch ā
Best Western Plus Rose City Conference Center Inn, 133 Liberty St, Thomasville
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Sisterhood In Bloom ā
Best Western Plus Rose City Conference Center Inn, 133 Liberty St, Thomasville
11:00 am -
Resilient Expression: Ukrainian Artists in Estonia ā
Thomasville Center for the Arts, 600 E Washington St #4648, Thomasville
5:00 pm -
National Speech and Language Pathologist Appreciation Day
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Drawing with David ā
Thomasville Center for the Arts, 600 E Washington St #4648, Thomasville
8:00 pm
Friday May 15
Saturday May 16
Monday May 18
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Farm & Construction Equipment Auction ā
Weeks Farm Machinery Auction, 2186 Sylvester Hwy, Moultrie
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Jeff Davis Live @ Croleys ā
Croley's BBQ & Grill, 38 Webb Ave, Pavo
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PCOM South Georgia Campus Tour ā
PCOM South Georgia, 2050 Tallokas Rd, Moultrie
11:45 am
Wednesday May 13
Thursday May 14
Friday May 15
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š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- City of Thomasville contractors have begun replacing wastewater services on Belmont Drive between Clay Street and Washington Street.
This work began on Monday, May 11, 2026, and is expected to last one month. Please click the link below for all the details... https://thomasvilleā¦ (Nextdoor )
- Bealls, Inc. - Burkes Outlet posted a job opening for bealls Merchandise Supervisor in Thomasville. Apply here.
- Brigit Smallridge - State Farm Agent posted a job opening for Insurance and Financial Services Position - State Farm Team Member in Thomasville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Thomasville here.
š Nearby News
Moultrie
- Patriotic quilt raffle to benefit America 250 (moultrieobserver.com)
- PCOM South Georgia celebrates 64 student graduation (tiftongazette.com)
- Kemp signs law increasing tax credits for private school scholarships (moultrieobserver.com)
Bainbridge
- South Ga. welcomes new hotel along the Flint River (walb.com)
- Sip and stroll: Art and Wine Walk held downtown (thepostsearchlight.com)
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