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CITY OF BAINBRIDGE IS ACCEPTING VENDOR APPLICATIONS FOR JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION Click here for the application: https://www.bainbridgecity.com/article/2216498

🚨 New Zone Alert! 🚨 We’re excited to announce that installations are now open in our NW2 zone! Get ready for local, fast, and reliable internet—right at your doorstep. Don’t wait—join the network that was made for our community! www.bainbridgefiber.com

Just 10 months ago, we stood on Tallahassee Highway breaking ground for the new Publix development. Since then, our city has celebrated major milestones with ribbon cuttings for Wawa, a fully remodeled Walmart, ALDI, Rural King, and next week — we’ll officially welcome Ollie’s to the community! Our commitment to becoming a regional shopping destination is evident in the incredible progress made in less than a year. Swipe to see the transformation — the first photo was taken last August, and the second shows the exciting development happening this week at the Publix site, which will also include five additional retailers.

This Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten. In observance of the holiday, City of Bainbridge offices will be closed today. Let us all take a moment to reflect on the true meaning of this day.

All non-emergency City of Bainbridge offices will be closed Monday, May 26 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. Residential trash pickup will be adjusted for the week. Monday's route will be picked up on Tuesday, Tuesday's route will be picked up on Wednesday and so on. Have a safe and enjoyable Memorial Day holiday!

Improvements, One Penny at a Time! Thanks to the TSPLOST penny, a portion of South Broad Street has been resurfaced — making it smoother, safer, and better for everyone. It’s just a penny, but it packs a big punch for our community! #TSPLOST #YourPennyAtWork

All non-emergency City of Bainbridge offices will be closed Monday, May 26 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. Residential trash pickup will be adjusted for the week. Monday's route will be picked up on Tuesday, Tuesday's route will be picked up on Wednesday and so on. Have a safe and enjoyable Memorial Day holiday!

At this week's City Council meeting, Mayor Edward Reynolds presented a proclamation noting May as Mental Health Awareness Month. On hand to receive the proclamation was Kendra Butler, LCSW/Behavior Specialist with Benchmark, Justin Head with Benchmark, Aiyanna Hagger, Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Transition Coordinator for Residential Services, DBHDD Region 4 field Office and Pauline Maxwell, LPC, CPCS; Decatur County Team Lead with GA Pines, CSB, Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Addictive Diseases Services. Other organizations that provide services to our area: Aspire, Vashti, Southwest Georgia Veteran and Family Alliance, and Clarvida.

Congratulations, Graduates! Now that school is out, we want to take a moment to celebrate two of our own — Landon Deen and Cullen Glover — on their recent graduation from Bainbridge High School! Your City of Bainbridge family is so proud of you. We look forward to watching you spread your wings and soar into this next exciting chapter of your lives. Way to go, Landon and Cullen! The future is yours.

All non-emergency City of Bainbridge offices will be closed Monday, May 26 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. Residential trash pickup will be adjusted for the week. Monday's route will be picked up on Tuesday, Tuesday's route will be picked up on Wednesday and so on. Have a safe and enjoyable Memorial Day holiday!

🌟 Spotlight on Service 🌟 Yesterday, nearly 25 City of Bainbridge staff members volunteered with the Salvation Army’s Supper on Scott, helping to plate and serve close to 800 meals to anyone in need. It was a meaningful day of teamwork, service, and connection — a chance to give back and make a difference right here in our community. A heartfelt thank you to the Salvation Army for all the incredible work you do. We were honored to be a small part of it!

South Broad Street will be closed between Evans and Shotwell today and tomorrow to prepare for resurfacing. Residents on that street will still have access. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

💙 National Police Week Appreciation 💙 This week, our community made Bainbridge Public Safety feel truly special! A huge thank you to The Salvation Army, Bank OZK, and The Oak House for showing love and support to our officers — your kindness means the world. We’re grateful for everyone who took time to honor those who serve and protect Bainbridge each and every day.

School’s Out, Wi-Fi’s On! Now that school is almost out for the summer, it’s the perfect time to connect to Bainbridge Fiber! Keep the kids streaming, gaming, and learning with blazing fast internet all summer long — and set them up for success when the new school year begins. ⚡ Because let’s face it... learning shouldn’t have to buffer.

🚨 New Zone Alert! 🚨 Fast, reliable, and local internet is now available in the NW1 Zone! That’s right — Bainbridge Fiber just opened up a brand-new service area, and we’re ready to get you connected. 📍 If you’re in NW1, don’t wait — sign up today at 👉 www.bainbridgefiber.com Experience the speed. Feel the difference. Stay local.

✨ Spotlight on Service ✨ Shoutout to Councilman Kregg Close, who serves on the Memorial Hospital Foundation, pictured here alongside fellow Foundation members! This dedicated group recently provided brand-new furniture for the Emergency Department waiting room — the perfect highlight to the newly installed floors and freshly painted walls. We’re so grateful for the Foundation and everyone who supports and donates to this incredible organization. Your generosity is what makes impactful improvements like this possible!

Hydrant Heroes Update! As we move into the next phase of our Hydrant Heroes project, you’ll start seeing yellow fire hydrants with caps painted in different colors around Bainbridge. 🔵 Blue Caps = 1500+ GPM (Gallons Per Minute) – Excellent water flow 🟢 Green Caps = 1000–1499 GPM – Most commonly found in residential areas These colors follow the NFPA Hydrant Code and help our firefighters quickly identify water flow capacity during an emergency. As we continue updating hydrants across the city, rest assured — hydrants like the ones you see below are fully compliant and operational.

Attention Local Business Owners This week, our Code Enforcement officers will begin visiting businesses to follow up on Occupational Tax Certificate renewals. We understand that with the rollout of our new software system, some businesses did not receive their renewal notice or experienced issues using the portal. If you're unsure about the status of your certificate, please contact Maitlyn Rentz at 📞 (229) 248-2000 ext. 138 for assistance. Thank you for helping us keep everything up to date!

The BHS Jazz Band will be performing in Chason Park this evening beginning at 7:30 PM. Come out and enjoy the music while supporting the high school band program!

We were so excited to be part of this morning’s Good Morning America segment, where we had the honor of surprising the incredible Patricia Isom on air for Mother's Day! 🌸📺 There aren’t enough ways to say thank you for the years she has spent not only raising her two amazing sons, but also nurturing and inspiring the hundreds of students who’ve walked into her classroom. Patricia is the true definition of strength and grace — someone who’s taken life’s lemons and made the sweetest lemonade. 🍋💛 Happy Mother’s Day, Mrs. Isom — you are loved, appreciated, and absolutely unforgettable.