Vendor applications are now open for River South 2026! Join us in Downtown Bainbridge on Saturday, September 12 for an exciting day of live music, local art, food, and community.
Applications must be received by Friday, August 28, 2026, by the close of business. Approved vendors will be notified by Friday, September 4, 2026.
Download the application directly at the link below!
https://aptg.co/mMx2ZZ
Welcome to the team, Raylee Bell Dean!
Raylee is a recent graduate of the University of Georgia, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in hospitality & food industry management with a minor in business. With hands-on experience in hospitality operations, event logistics, and guest services, she brings a passion for creating meaningful, memorable experiences.
As our new Special Events & Main Street Coordinator, Raylee will work closely with our downtown merchants, support local businesses, and help bring the events and initiatives that make Downtown Bainbridge such a vibrant place to live, work, and visit.
A Bainbridge native, Raylee is excited to be back home and grateful for the opportunity to invest in the community that helped shape her. Please join us in giving her a warm City of Bainbridge welcome!
Raylee is a recent graduate of the University of Georgia, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in hospitality & food industry management with a minor in business. With hands-on experience in hospitality operations, event logistics, and guest services, she brings a passion for creating meaningful, memorable experiences.
As our new Special Events & Main Street Coordinator, Raylee will work closely with our downtown merchants, support local businesses, and help bring the events and initiatives that make Downtown Bainbridge such a vibrant place to live, work, and visit.
A Bainbridge native, Raylee is excited to be back home and grateful for the opportunity to invest in the community that helped shape her. Please join us in giving her a warm City of Bainbridge welcome!
The City of Bainbridge Water Department will be repairing a water valve tomorrow, Wednesday, July 29 beginning at 8 AM. To complete this work safely, water service will be shut off for the duration of the day for customers located on Old Quincy Road, Hubert Dollar Drive, and portions of College Street. We understand this interruption may be inconvenient and appreciate your patience as our crews complete these necessary repairs. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Beginning today, the City of Bainbridge Natural Gas Department will be conducting its Leak & Atmospheric Corrosion Survey throughout the city as part of federally required pipeline safety inspections. This work will continue until the survey is complete.
Residents may see Natural Gas Department personnel working in various neighborhoods as they perform these important safety assessments.
If you have any questions or would like additional information, please contact the Gas Department at (229) 248-2015.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we work to maintain a safe and reliable natural gas system for our community.
Residents may see Natural Gas Department personnel working in various neighborhoods as they perform these important safety assessments.
If you have any questions or would like additional information, please contact the Gas Department at (229) 248-2015.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we work to maintain a safe and reliable natural gas system for our community.
For 36 years, the Americans with Disabilities Act has helped advance accessibility, protect civil rights, and expand opportunities for people with disabilities across the country.
As we recognize ADA Day, we reflect on the ADA's enduring legacy and the countless individuals, organizations, and advocates whose dedication has helped make communities more welcoming, accessible, and inclusive.
The City of Bainbridge is proud to uphold the values of accessibility, inclusion, and equal opportunity while working to ensure every resident and visitor can fully participate in our community.
As we recognize ADA Day, we reflect on the ADA's enduring legacy and the countless individuals, organizations, and advocates whose dedication has helped make communities more welcoming, accessible, and inclusive.
The City of Bainbridge is proud to uphold the values of accessibility, inclusion, and equal opportunity while working to ensure every resident and visitor can fully participate in our community.
The City of Bainbridge is proud to recognize Chris Williams, Equipment Operator, as our Employee of the Quarter!
Chris was honored during this week's City Council meeting by Mayor Sylvia Washington for his outstanding dedication and service. As a valued member of our Public Works Department, Chris consistently goes above and beyond for our residents and his fellow coworkers. His hard work, positive attitude, and commitment to serving our community make a difference every day.
Please join us in congratulating Chris on this well-deserved recognition!
Chris was honored during this week's City Council meeting by Mayor Sylvia Washington for his outstanding dedication and service. As a valued member of our Public Works Department, Chris consistently goes above and beyond for our residents and his fellow coworkers. His hard work, positive attitude, and commitment to serving our community make a difference every day.
Please join us in congratulating Chris on this well-deserved recognition!
🚦 Traffic Signal Maintenance Notice 🚦
Traffic signal maintenance is being performed today at two intersections. During this work, an officer will be on site to assist with traffic, but motorists should treat each intersection as a four-way stop.
🕛 Until approximately 12:00 PM
📍 Wheat Avenue & Shotwell Street
🕐 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Simms Street & Shotwell Street
Please use caution, allow for possible delays, and follow the directions of the officer on site.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation as this important maintenance is completed.
Traffic signal maintenance is being performed today at two intersections. During this work, an officer will be on site to assist with traffic, but motorists should treat each intersection as a four-way stop.
🕛 Until approximately 12:00 PM
📍 Wheat Avenue & Shotwell Street
🕐 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Simms Street & Shotwell Street
Please use caution, allow for possible delays, and follow the directions of the officer on site.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation as this important maintenance is completed.
Join the celebration at the 36th Annual ADA Day Festival hosted by BAIN, Inc. as our community comes together to honor inclusion, accessibility, and the spirit of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Enjoy free food, music, community resources, and family-friendly fun while honoring the impact of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
📅 Friday, July 24
🕙 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 New Beginnings Learning Center Gym
725 Potter Street, Bainbridge
Enjoy free food, music, community resources, and family-friendly fun while honoring the impact of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
📅 Friday, July 24
🕙 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 New Beginnings Learning Center Gym
725 Potter Street, Bainbridge
The City of Bainbridge, in partnership with I See My Baby, Inc., is proud to introduce the Housing Stability Academy—a FREE community education series designed to equip individuals and families with the tools, knowledge, and resources needed to achieve long-term housing stability.
Whether you're renting, preparing to purchase your first home, improving your credit, exploring mortgage and financing options, or learning how to protect and maintain your investment, this academy offers valuable information for every stage of the housing journey.
Participants will learn from a team of trusted local professionals, including bankers, mortgage lenders, Realtors®, home inspectors, builders, code enforcement officials, financial educators, and housing specialists. Together, they'll provide practical guidance and expert advice to help participants make informed decisions and build a stronger financial future through stable housing.
Whether you're renting, preparing to purchase your first home, improving your credit, exploring mortgage and financing options, or learning how to protect and maintain your investment, this academy offers valuable information for every stage of the housing journey.
Participants will learn from a team of trusted local professionals, including bankers, mortgage lenders, Realtors®, home inspectors, builders, code enforcement officials, financial educators, and housing specialists. Together, they'll provide practical guidance and expert advice to help participants make informed decisions and build a stronger financial future through stable housing.
Join us for August Second Saturday in Downtown Bainbridge as we celebrate with a Back to School Bash!
Help us kick off another great school year and take advantage of back-to-school specials from your favorite downtown businesses. Whether you're checking off school supply lists or making one last summer memory, there's something for everyone.
📍 Downtown Bainbridge
🗓️ Second Saturday, August 8
⏰ 11 AM- 1 PM
Help us kick off another great school year and take advantage of back-to-school specials from your favorite downtown businesses. Whether you're checking off school supply lists or making one last summer memory, there's something for everyone.
📍 Downtown Bainbridge
🗓️ Second Saturday, August 8
⏰ 11 AM- 1 PM
The Recreation Authority has a brand-new Facebook page, and we don't want you to miss a thing. Click the link below and give them a follow to stay up to date on youth sports, programs, special events, registration information, facility updates, and all the exciting things happening in our community.
Be sure to follow their new page and help us spread the word by sharing it with family and friends! 🏀⚽🏈🎾
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https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61591556011175
Be sure to follow their new page and help us spread the word by sharing it with family and friends! 🏀⚽🏈🎾
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https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61591556011175
💦 Splash Pad Maintenance Notice 💦
The Splash Pad at Chason Park will be closed tomorrow beginning around lunchtime for scheduled maintenance.
We appreciate your patience as our crews complete this work to help keep the splash pad safe and operating at its best. We expect to have it back open as soon as maintenance is complete.
Thank you for your understanding!
The Splash Pad at Chason Park will be closed tomorrow beginning around lunchtime for scheduled maintenance.
We appreciate your patience as our crews complete this work to help keep the splash pad safe and operating at its best. We expect to have it back open as soon as maintenance is complete.
Thank you for your understanding!
⚠️ Road Closure Notice ⚠️
The City of Bainbridge Gas Department will be working in the area of Tallahassee Highway tomorrow (7/14). As a result, Tallahassee Highway will be closed from Simmons Circle to East College Road while crews complete their work.
Please use caution if traveling in the area and make alternate travel plans if needed. We appreciate your patience as our crews work to safely complete this project.
🚧 Road Closure Notice 🚧
The City of Bainbridge Water Department will have a section of Evans Street closed between Monroe Street and Scott Street while crews complete necessary work in the area today.
Please use caution if traveling nearby and allow a little extra time to reach your destination.
The City of Bainbridge Water Department will have a section of Evans Street closed between Monroe Street and Scott Street while crews complete necessary work in the area today.
Please use caution if traveling nearby and allow a little extra time to reach your destination.
Happy Independence Day from the City of Bainbridge!
Today, we celebrate the birth of our nation and the enduring values of freedom, courage, and opportunity that have shaped America for 250 years.
Independence Day is a time to reflect on the sacrifices made by those who came before us, appreciate the liberties we enjoy today, and celebrate the communities that make our country strong. Here in Bainbridge, we're proud to be a place where neighbors gather, traditions are honored, and memories are made.
Whether you're spending the day with family, enjoying local shops and restaurants, or celebrating with us at the fireworks this evening, we hope your Fourth of July is filled with joy, gratitude, and patriotic spirit.
From all of us at City of Bainbridge, Happy Independence Day! ❤️🤍💙
Today, we celebrate the birth of our nation and the enduring values of freedom, courage, and opportunity that have shaped America for 250 years.
Independence Day is a time to reflect on the sacrifices made by those who came before us, appreciate the liberties we enjoy today, and celebrate the communities that make our country strong. Here in Bainbridge, we're proud to be a place where neighbors gather, traditions are honored, and memories are made.
Whether you're spending the day with family, enjoying local shops and restaurants, or celebrating with us at the fireworks this evening, we hope your Fourth of July is filled with joy, gratitude, and patriotic spirit.
From all of us at City of Bainbridge, Happy Independence Day! ❤️🤍💙
It's almost time to celebrate!
Join us at Earle May Boat Basin on Saturday, July 4 for Bainbridge's Star Spangled Flint Celebration! Come experience the live music, family fun, and an unforgettable fireworks show!
Schedule of Events:
5:45 PM - Stage Announcements
6 PM - Seventh Addiction
7:30 PM- September in the Park
9:30- Fireworks
A special thank you to the sponsors who help make this community tradition possible!
Premier Sponsors
Visit Bainbridge • A-1 Industries
Supporting Sponsors
SunStop • People's South Bank • Griffin Crane Service • Dairy Queen
We are grateful for your investment in our community and your support of this year's celebration.
Grab your lawn chairs or blankets, bring your family and friends, and join us for an unforgettable Independence Day celebration at the Boat Basin. We can't wait to celebrate with you! 🎇
Join us at Earle May Boat Basin on Saturday, July 4 for Bainbridge's Star Spangled Flint Celebration! Come experience the live music, family fun, and an unforgettable fireworks show!
Schedule of Events:
5:45 PM - Stage Announcements
6 PM - Seventh Addiction
7:30 PM- September in the Park
9:30- Fireworks
A special thank you to the sponsors who help make this community tradition possible!
Premier Sponsors
Visit Bainbridge • A-1 Industries
Supporting Sponsors
SunStop • People's South Bank • Griffin Crane Service • Dairy Queen
We are grateful for your investment in our community and your support of this year's celebration.
Grab your lawn chairs or blankets, bring your family and friends, and join us for an unforgettable Independence Day celebration at the Boat Basin. We can't wait to celebrate with you! 🎇
Star Spangled Flint is almost here! 🎆
Before you head to Earle May Boat Basin, take a moment to review our Know Before You Go information to help make your 250th Anniversary Independence Day celebration safe, fun, and enjoyable for everyone.
🎸 Programming begins at 5:45 PM
🎤 Opening Act: Seventh Addiction
🎶 Headliner: September in the Park
Don't forget to:
🪑 Bring a blanket or lawn chair
💵 Bring cash for food and beverage vendors, as some may have limited card payment options
Please remember:
🚫 No coolers
🚫 No personal fireworks
🚫 No pets
🚫 No motorized vehicles (including e-bikes, scooters, electric skateboards, ATVs, and similar devices)
Tents are only permitted in designated areas
Join us for an evening of great music, delicious food, and one of Southwest Georgia's favorite Fourth of July traditions. We can't wait to celebrate with you!
Before you head to Earle May Boat Basin, take a moment to review our Know Before You Go information to help make your 250th Anniversary Independence Day celebration safe, fun, and enjoyable for everyone.
🎸 Programming begins at 5:45 PM
🎤 Opening Act: Seventh Addiction
🎶 Headliner: September in the Park
Don't forget to:
🪑 Bring a blanket or lawn chair
💵 Bring cash for food and beverage vendors, as some may have limited card payment options
Please remember:
🚫 No coolers
🚫 No personal fireworks
🚫 No pets
🚫 No motorized vehicles (including e-bikes, scooters, electric skateboards, ATVs, and similar devices)
Tents are only permitted in designated areas
Join us for an evening of great music, delicious food, and one of Southwest Georgia's favorite Fourth of July traditions. We can't wait to celebrate with you!
🚧 Paving Progress Update! 🚧
Our street improvement program is making great progress!
To date in our most recent paving project, nearly 28,500 square yards of City of Bainbridge streets have been milled and resurfaced. That's approximately 5.9 acres of pavement—or about the size of 4½ football fields covered from end zone to end zone!
If you've been out around town, you've likely seen our contractors and City paving crews hard at work each day. Even through the summer heat, they continue putting in long hours to improve our streets and invest in Bainbridge's infrastructure.
We appreciate your patience as this work continues. While temporary traffic delays can be inconvenient, these improvements will provide safer, smoother roads for our residents and visitors for years to come.
Thank you to our dedicated crews for their commitment and hard work, especially during these hot Georgia summer days!
Our street improvement program is making great progress!
To date in our most recent paving project, nearly 28,500 square yards of City of Bainbridge streets have been milled and resurfaced. That's approximately 5.9 acres of pavement—or about the size of 4½ football fields covered from end zone to end zone!
If you've been out around town, you've likely seen our contractors and City paving crews hard at work each day. Even through the summer heat, they continue putting in long hours to improve our streets and invest in Bainbridge's infrastructure.
We appreciate your patience as this work continues. While temporary traffic delays can be inconvenient, these improvements will provide safer, smoother roads for our residents and visitors for years to come.
Thank you to our dedicated crews for their commitment and hard work, especially during these hot Georgia summer days!
A huge THANK YOU to our incredible sponsors for making our City of Bainbridge July 4th Celebration possible!
Because of their generous support, we're able to provide a fun-filled evening of live music, family activities, entertainment, and one of the largest fireworks shows in Southwest Georgia—all at no cost to our residents and visitors.
Community events like this simply wouldn't be possible without businesses and organizations that believe in bringing people together to celebrate what makes Bainbridge such a special place to call home.
We are truly grateful for your partnership and commitment to our community. Be sure to support the businesses and organizations that help make events like this possible!
Thank you for helping us create lasting memories as we celebrate America's 250th Birthday together!
Because of their generous support, we're able to provide a fun-filled evening of live music, family activities, entertainment, and one of the largest fireworks shows in Southwest Georgia—all at no cost to our residents and visitors.
Community events like this simply wouldn't be possible without businesses and organizations that believe in bringing people together to celebrate what makes Bainbridge such a special place to call home.
We are truly grateful for your partnership and commitment to our community. Be sure to support the businesses and organizations that help make events like this possible!
Thank you for helping us create lasting memories as we celebrate America's 250th Birthday together!
Holiday Office Closure Notice
In observance of the July 4th holiday, all non-emergency City of Bainbridge offices will be closed Friday, July 3.
City emergency services will remain in operation.
We wish everyone a safe, fun, and happy Independence Day as we celebrate our nation's birthday. Have a wonderful July 4th!
In observance of the July 4th holiday, all non-emergency City of Bainbridge offices will be closed Friday, July 3.
City emergency services will remain in operation.
We wish everyone a safe, fun, and happy Independence Day as we celebrate our nation's birthday. Have a wonderful July 4th!
