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Thomasville High announces temporary bus route changes

Thomasville Times ·

2025/08/06

THOMASVILLE — A graphic announcing temporary bus route changes was posted to Facebook by Thomasville High School and Thomasville Tiger Nat ion as the school system works through a transportation staffing shortage. Thomasville City Schools is currently short one bus driver, leading to the adjustment of routes to ensure continued service for students. “We are short one bus driver so the Transportation supervisor has worked with the drivers to combine that route into their existing routes,” said...

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Voter registration deadline for municipal elections...

Thomasville Times ·

2025/08/06

Wes Allen, Alabama’s Secretary of State, reminds Alabama citizens that the deadline to register to vote before the Aug. 26 Municipal Election is one week from today — Monday, Aug. 11, 2025. “ The right of eligible United States citizens to cast a ballot in a fair and secure election is one of the hallmarks of our constitutional republic,” Allen said. “I encourage all eligible Alabama citizens to register to vote and to exercise that right on Aug. 26.” Citizens with a valid Alabama driver’s li...

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We celebrate some foolish holidays

Thomasville Times ·

2025/07/30

Every day of the year has been designated as a special day that highlights or celebrates something. Many of the things celebrated are foolish. There is an organization that publishes a “National Today Calendar.” Marlo Anderson came up with the idea as a result of his research on the origins of “National Popcorn Day.” Mr. Anderson decided to create a resource of information about national days of recognition. This led him to creating a website in January of 2013 and the site became so popular ...

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Wisdom today, strength tomorrow

Thomasville Times ·

2025/07/30

Do you ever get overwhelmed when you sit down to read your Bible? Me, too … especially when I’m feeling worn down and worn out. When we’re in these desperate places, we may simply want God to rain down right-now wisdom, answers, and solutions for what’s breaking our hearts, but spending time in God's Word actually offers us so much more. You see, the Bible doesn’t just give us instruction for today; it also plants wisdom in our hearts for the future. We see this powerful truth in Isaiah 55:10...

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New website for Alzheimer's Foundation

Thomasville Times ·

2025/07/30

The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America has launched a redesigned website to help connect families affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia-related illnesses with vital support services, programs and information. The new look and structure of www.alzfdn.org highlights many important programs and makes it easier to find the resources users are looking for. “Connecting families with dementia with helpful services and information is an essential part of our mission,” AFA CEO Charles J. F...

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1st African American sniper is from Clarke County

Thomasville Times ·

2025/07/30

Roderick Pugh learned how to shoot guns while hunting with his uncle and cousin as a youngster in Clarke County but never imagined he would become a sniper in the U.S. Army targeting Iraqi fighters in Operation Iraqi Freedom. In fact, through years of research, Pugh said he was the first Black sniper in the Army. While Nicholas Irving was originally designated that crown, Pugh said while Irving had the most confirmed kills, he entered sniper school first and was in the Army before Irving. Pug...

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Gardening with love

Thomasville Times ·

2025/07/30

Jody Powell, who lives in Nicholsville with his wife of 50 years, Donna, has always had a garden. His father, Heflin “J.H.” Powell, planted the seed of gardening in his son long ago and that seed has never died. It is said gardening isn’t just a job but a calling. It’s a work of the heart that requires trust and faith and Powell knows this. His love of the land, his passion for watching things grow and his desire to share his bounty with others are known far and wide. Each year, Powell plants...

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Sports Hall of Fame induction ceremony was July 26

Thomasville Times ·

2025/07/30

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Clarke County Deeds

Thomasville Times ·

2025/07/30

Marriage LicenseJuly 21 - 25 Ricky Judd Huckabee to Haley Eddell Moore Peyton Obanion Stevens to Mercedes Paige Mozingo Jeremy Louis Rel to Heather Marie Morgan DeedsJuly 21 - 25 Ramona G. Robinson, Roland Joseph Guy to Ramona G. Robinson, Mary Guy Reaves (Executor’s) The Broadway Group LLC to CIM DG Gainestown AL LLC; Joshua R. McIntyre to Jeffery G. Sellers, Charlotte A. Sellers (Warranty) Herman Wright, Beverly Wright, Beverly Presnall to Beverly Presnall (Quit Claim) Michael Moose Watson,...

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2026 lieutenant governor's race will be good one

Thomasville Times ·

2025/07/30

One of the best races in this blockbuster election year will be for lieutenant governor. In bygone years, this was a much more powerful position than it is today. For about 50 years, from the 1950s through the 1990s, the lieutenant governor controlled the State Senate. The Constitution gives the power to the State House and State Senate to organize their own bodies. The Senate relinquished this power to the lieutenant governor when the most brilliant parliamentarian in the annals of Alabama l...

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CPS names Powell as head basketball coach

Thomasville Times ·

2025/07/30

Clarke Prep School officially welcomes J.D. Powell as the new head baseball coach. Powell stated ,“I'm honored to accept the role of head baseball coach at Clarke Prep. I am excited for the opportunity to lead and continue building a strong baseball program. My goal is to lay a foundation for long-term success, both on and off the field, not just in wins and losses, but in the character, work ethic, and discipline of our athletes.” Powell is a 2008 Clarke Prep graduate and brings a deep love ...

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Build and keep an emergency roadside kit

Thomasville Times ·

2025/07/30

Back-to-school time is always exciting. Shopping for uniforms, shoes, supplies, and dorm necessitates can be fun, but don’t let the busyness of it overshadow the need for preventive auto maintenance for your traveling students, particularly college students. Times have changed since I was a college student decades ago, but it’s still important to me to remind parents and students of things my dad taught me beforehand, and things we learned through experience. When I was still teaching, a cons...

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Political Cartoon

Thomasville Times ·

2025/07/30

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IP grant season is open

Thomasville Times ·

2025/07/30

The International Paper Foundation Grant Season is open. Local nonprofits, school districts, and municipalities -- including police, fire departments, and libraries -- are invited to apply for funding through the International Paper Foundation. The application deadline is Friday, Aug. 29.You can apply online at www.ipgiving.com.For questions or assistance, contact 334-963-2407. Article Link

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CACC offers veterinarian program

Thomasville Times ·

2025/07/30

Coastal Alabama Community College’s Veterinary Technology program has been awarded full accreditation for the third straight year by the American Veterinarian Medical Association. The program is part of the college’s Nursing and Allied Health Division. “This is a huge milestone for the Vet Tech program,” Nursing and Allied Health Division Dean Dr. Tiffany Scarborough said. “It is a momentous event when we receive that final affirmation and it confirms that our programs are committed to prepar...

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Thomasville Arrests Report

Thomasville Times ·

2025/07/30

The information for the Thomasville Police Department released by Chief Mitchell Stuckey for the week of July 21 - 27 is listed below. Accidents: 4Traffic Tickets: 18Warning Tickets: 27Merchant Checks:357 Arrests Reported: Freddie James Witherspoon, theft of property Laquinton Kenyatta Denson, warrant arrest (Clarke County) Kimberly Hope Powe, possession of a controlled substance x3, and warrant arrest (Clarke County) DUI Arrest: Jesus Antonio Gonzales, driving under the influence of alcohol ...

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Information on local schools registration days

Thomasville Times ·

2025/07/30

Grove Hill Elementary School Grove Hill Elementary School will host Meet the Teacher and new registration day will be Aug. 1 from 2:30-4 p.m. Bring school supplies, purchase school spirit shirts and pay class donation fee of . PTS can only accept cash or check for the shirts. Clarke Prep School Clarke Prep School orientation for 8th and 9th graders will be Aug. 5. All 9th grade students and at least one parent/guardian will need to make plans to attend. ONLY the 8th grade students/parents tak...

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Roberts Chevrolet GMC hosted a back-to-school giveaway

Thomasville Times ·

2025/07/30

THOMASVILLE — Local families received a helping hand ahead of the new school year on July 25 as Roberts Chevrolet GMC hosted a back-to-school giveaway offering free clothing, backpacks, supplies and food to children and parents in the community. “It means a lot to us to be able to serve the same community that serves us,” dealership general manager Frederick Robinson said. “We can’t be the number one Chevy dealership if we don’t have the help of the community.” The event featured free school ...

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Clarke County Sheriff's Report

Thomasville Times ·

2025/07/30

Arrests booked in the Clarke County Jail July 21 - 27 include the following: Jacob Scott Hochstetler, 32, driving while revoked Frank D. King, 65, organized retail theft Ty’rese Merritt, 34, organized retail theft, probation violation new charge – felony Kevin Levon Hill II, 39, probation revocation technical violation Katie Reynolds McHaney, 37, unlawful distribution of controlled substance, possession with intent to distribute, use or possession of drug paraphernalia first offense Leslie Mc...

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Robinson speaks at historical society meeting

Thomasville Times ·

2025/07/30

At the Sunday meeting of the Clarke County Historical Society those in attendance were presented with a wonderful selection of stories by author, publisher, and history enthusiast Deborah Williams Robinson. Robinson recounted tales of her time growing up in Fulton with her parents and siblings. In her book “A Quarter’s Worth of Greens: A Recollection of Stories with A Pinch of History,” Deborah Robinson narrates numerous childhood memories that capture the true sense of family and fellowship ...

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