Thomasville Insights

Thomasville Insights

Welcome to Thomasville Insights with the City of Thomasville! Located in Thomasville, Georgia, the podcast will cover everything from Thomasville history and events to daily operations and City business, all while having some fun in the process. Please visit Thomasville.org for more information. Thanks for listening!

Episodes

November 20, 2025 35 mins

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!

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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!

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

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

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This episode we talk with City Planner Kenny Thompson about a brand new ordinance establishing TNID. This new ordinance can help many neighborhoods in Thomasville grow and flourish in an old fashioned way. Thanks for tuning in!

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On this episode, we talk to Mike Owens, Director of Parks & Recreation, about some renovations going on in our city parks. Balfour, Cassidy, and Paradise are the focus during this stage of park renovations. Thanks for tuning in!

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September 10, 2025 34 mins

On this episode, we talk to Eric Gossett, Assistant Utilities Superintendent about the new storm water utility. Ricky introduces a new segment, and Austin has a new "Sounds of the City" for our listeners. Thanks for tuning in! 

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On this episode of Thomasville Insights, we talk with April Norton Managing Director of Marketing and Communications for the City of Thomasville. She has economic data on Downtown Thomasville and an update on Tourism. Thanks for tuning in!

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August 10, 2025 24 mins

On this episode of Thomasville Insights, we talk with Anthony Pellegrino who is a citizen serving on the City of Thomasville's Historic Preservation Commission (HPC). He discusses why he wanted to beecome involved in community engagement. We are grateful to all who serve and participate our community.

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On this episode of Thomasville Insights, we talk with some of the interns about their experience with the City of Thomasville this summer.  We wish all our interns success in their future endeavors and thank them for their hard work.

2025 Interns

JaBrian Coleman - Marketing

Carter Crocker - Finance 

Jack Edge - Civil Engineering

Olivia D'Ambrosio - Human Resources

Jaxson French - Customer Service

Camille Jones - Main Street

Aaliyah Ma...

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On this last episode of the season, we talk with City Manager Chris White. He gives us a rundown of the major projects going on in the City of Thomasville and the details on funding these big projects. Chris White's dog Arthur also gets a mention and thanks for tuning in!

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On this episode, we talk with Melvin Hugans and Nate Tyler who are leaders of important organizations that serve our community. The City of Thomasville partners with many non profits on a regular basis for employee service projects. Thanks for tuning in!

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On this episode, we talk with Mark Parillo Managing Director of Customer Service about some great ways to save money- learn more about Budget Billing, Energy audits, On Bill Financing, and energy saving tips. Thanks for tuning in!

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On this episode, we talk to Brandy Avery, Community Engagement Manager for the City of Thomasville. She gives a rundown of the events slated for the 104th Rose Show and Festival. Thanks for tuning in!

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(Bonus Edition! We had a fun conversation about the Secretary Lloyd Austin Street renaming ceremony and what it was like behind scenes. Also included in the bonus edition, economic development the Thomasville way. Be advised- jokes and sarcasm ahead!)

On this episode, we welcome back one of the original podcast hosts Ricky Zambrano, and we interview Andy Goodwin, Director of Economic Development. Andy talks about some of the new pro...

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On this episode, we welcome back one of the original podcast hosts Ricky Zambrano, and we interview Andy Goodwin, Director of Economic Development. Andy talks about some of the new processes the City is developing and new businesses in our community. Thanks for tuning in!

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On this episode, we talk to Mark Harmon who is the Executive Director of Inspections and Engineering for the city. He updates us on the Remington Streetscape project.  Also, check out our new segment, "Sounds of the City!" Look for the Facebook post, provide your answer for the city sound effect in the comments, and you might when a prize.

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On this episode, we talk to Eve Geyer, Project Manager for the City of Thomasville. She gives us updates on the Dewey City CDBG project, Old Albany Road project, and stormwater design sessions. Also, we debut our new segment, "Sounds of the City!" Look for the Facebook post, provide your answer for the city sound effect in the comments, and you might when a prize.

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On this episode, we talk to Mike Mann from Thomasville Fire Rescue. What does it take to fight a fire? A lot more than we thought - things like water, data, water pressure, and a whole lot more. Thanks for tuning in!

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On this episode,  Mike Owens, Manager of Parks/Recreation & Golf for the City of Thomasville, talks about Phase 1 of the Paradise Park renovation. Many great people and organizations outside the City have worked hard to make Paradise Park even more special. Thanks to all who have helped and thanks for tuning in! 

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On this episode, we talk with Ricky Zambrano about how Team Thomasville gives back to the community in various ways. Thanks for tuning in!

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