Tell Me Something Good Friday:
There’s no shortage of action at the Boat Basin this weekend! We’re hosting the Recking on the River Amateur Disc Golf Tournament and the MLF Toyota Series Fishing Tournament.
Grab your friends, head down, and catch all the excitement—it’s going to be a great weekend on the water and in the woods!
#TellMeSomethingGood
We’ve been notified by Georgia Power that crews will soon be in our area to help improve the safety and reliability of the local energy grid.
One of the main causes of power outages? Trees and limbs touching power lines.
To prevent this, Georgia Power’s contractor will be trimming—and in some cases, removing—trees that are too close to lines or within right-of-ways.
This work is performed by professional utility arborists and specialized contractors to ensure safety and quality.
If any work is needed on your property, you’ll be contacted directly.
For questions or concerns, reach out to Georgia Power’s Customer Support Team:
📞 (877) 276-0578
📧 georgiapowertrees@southernco.com
Thank you for your understanding as these improvements help keep our power more reliable and our neighborhoods safer!
Did You Know?
The City of Bainbridge has established cemetery trusts for all four City-owned cemeteries — creating a way for individuals, businesses, and organizations to contribute to their expansion and improvement.
🌟 A special thank you to Sunstop, the first donor to all five cemetery trusts! We’re incredibly grateful for the support in preserving these meaningful spaces for generations to come.
Interested in contributing?
Contact Lisa Taylor, Administrative Services Director
📧 lisat@bainbridgecity.com
📞 (229) 400-9094
📸 Pictured left to right: Steve O’Neil, Roy Oliver, Glennie Bench, Lisa Taylor, and Crystal Hines
In March, Bainbridge Public Safety launched a new initiative: “Hydrant Heroes: Keeping Bainbridge Safe, One Flow at a Time.”
This program focuses on making sure all our community’s fire hydrants are up to NFPA standards—without breaking the budget. As part of this project, you have started seeing yellow-painted hydrants around town. Wondering what that means?
➡️ Yellow hydrants = hydrant height between 7–12 inches
➡️ There are currently 179 of them across Bainbridge
This is just the beginning! The goal is to make sure our hydrants are always:
✅ Fully operational
✅ Easy to access
✅ Clearly identified in emergencies
Thanks for supporting public safety as we roll out this important project!
🌟 Spotlight on Service 🌟
Bainbridge Public Safety officers and investigators have been showing up in a big way for our community over the past week!
They kicked things off last Saturday by volunteering at the Oak House's Color War at the Boat Basin, followed by lending a hand Thursday at the delicious Chicken Plate Fundraiser — both events held in honor of Child Abuse Awareness Month.
To wrap up the week, they joined the fun at the Recreation Authority’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Bill Reynolds Sports Complex, volunteering their time and offering fingerprint kits for families.
We’re so grateful for their dedication both on and off the clock. Thank you for keeping our community safe — and connected!
The Water Department is repairing a leak on Boxwood Dr. and will have Longleaf Drive to Willis St. closed and it may affect those areas for outages while they repair the leak.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
The NE1 Zone is now OPEN for Bainbridge Fiber hookups!
If you’re in parts of Hall, Potter, E. Evans, E. Sharpe, or another portion of Shotwell Street — you’re in luck! High-speed internet is now available in your area.
👉 Visit www.bainbridgefiber.com today to get signed up and get connected!
🎉Tell Me Something Good Friday: 🎉
Congratulations to Travis Campbell, our Employee of the Quarter!
Travis, a Rapid Rail Driver, was selected by his peers for this well-deserved honor. A lifelong resident of Bainbridge and proud BHS alum (Go Bearcats!), Travis graduated in 2018 and has been a valued member of the City of Bainbridge team for 5 years.
He’s the proud father of a 9-year-old son and is known for his dedication, dependability, and pride in his work. We’re grateful for Travis’s commitment to his coworkers and to serving the residents of Bainbridge with excellence every day.
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month — a reminder that even a quick glance at your phone can have life-changing consequences. 📵
Watch this short video to learn just how dangerous and costly distracted driving can be: https://www.nhtsa.gov/campaign/distracted-driving
At the City Council meeting this week, Mayor Edward Reynolds recognized April as Donate Life Month with a proclamation presented to June Faircloth. After the reading and ceremonial photo-op, June graciously thanked Council for their years of support—and the many lives changed thanks to organ donation.
That powerful penny has been putting in work!
Over the last several days, your T-SPLOST penny has been busy milling and resurfacing Elizabeth and Culbreth Streets. Just a little reminder of how far one cent can go!
City Council will hold their regularly scheduled monthly meeting tonight at 6:30 PM at City Hall. You can find the agenda for the meeting on our website here: https://tinyurl.com/yc78a8fy
Spotlight on Service:
Fire Chief Doyle Welch volunteered to be a part of the Decatur County Historical Society's Living History Tour in Oak City Cemetery yesterday evening, portraying James Edward Dickinson.
Fun Fact: Doyle has a deep passion for local history and plays an active role in preserving our historic cemeteries.
Thanks, Doyle, for helping tell Bainbridge's history in an engaging and fun way!
The City of Bainbridge Water Department will be replacing a fire hydrant on Wheat Avenue Monday, April 14. In order to complete the work, they will need to close one lane of Wheat Avenue between Water Street and Martin Luther King Jr Drive. Please use caution if in the area.
The powerful TSPLOST penny is back at work today!
Crews are milling Wheat Avenue from Shotwell Street to Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in preparation for resurfacing. Wherever you see our sign, know that your penny is making a difference.
What is milling?
It removes the top layer of worn-out or damaged asphalt, which may include cracks, potholes, and surface irregularities. By eliminating these surface defects, asphalt milling provides a clean and even base for the application of a new asphalt layer.
Distracted Driving:
Takes your eyes off of the road, your hands off of the wheel and your mind off of driving
#distracteddrivingawarenessmonth
Last week, Mayor Pro Tem Roslyn Palmer read a powerful proclamation recognizing April as Child Abuse Awareness Month during a service at the Courthouse. 💙
We are deeply appreciative of the Oak House, law enforcement, and all the agencies dedicated to protecting our children and raising awareness for such an important cause.
Together, we can make a difference.
Yesterday, Mayor Edward Reynolds was asked to welcome a large group to celebrate the ribbon cutting of Bainbridge High School's state-of-the-art Performing Arts Center!
This facility marks the culmination of years of planning and hard work, and we can't wait to see how it inspires current and future students to showcase their incredible talents.
Here's to a bright future of creativity and excellence!
📣 SE5 is now open! 📣
Amelia, Gordon and Wheat Avenues, Shotwell Street to the bypass and East Evens Streets: Bainbridge Fiber is now available in your area! Lightning-fast speeds and reliable connectivity, all with free installation!
Visit www.bainbridgefiber.com today to view plans!
Did you know the Living History Tour is returning to Oak City Cemetary for the first time since before Hurricane Michael? Make plans now to catch one of the two tours next Monday evening at 5:30 and 6:45 PM!
