City of Bainbridge -

🚧 Splash Pad Closure Notice 🚧

The splash pad at Chason Park will be closed on Tuesday, May 5 while our crews perform routine maintenance.

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding!

Bainbridge Oaks Disc Golf Course is making waves across Georgia!

Our course was recently ranked the #7 highest-rated disc golf course in the state—out of nearly 250 courses! This is a huge accomplishment for such a young course and a testament to the growing love for disc golf in our community.

From attracting visitors to supporting local businesses and even inspiring a new league that meets at a local restaurant, the impact continues to grow.

👉 Read more about this achievement: https://www.bainbridgecity.com/article/2858518

We will be closing a portion of Florida Street between Chason Park and Calhoun Street to mill it in preparation for resurfacing this afternoon. Weather permitting, we will resurface it tomorrow and the street will reopen.

We apologize for inconvenience and, as always, appreciate your patience!

Welcome to Lake Seminole, MLF Toyota Series!

We’re excited to host the MLF Toyota Series right here on beautiful Lake Seminole from April 30 through May 2!

Takeoffs and weigh-ins will be held at the Earle May Boat Basin, and the public is invited to come out and enjoy the action. There’s nothing quite like watching the pros bring in their catches—weigh-ins begin around 3:00 PM daily, and it’s always a crowd favorite!

Bring your friends and family, soak in the excitement, and experience some of the best competitive fishing around. We can’t wait to see you there!

🌱 FREE ORGANIC COMPOST 🌱
Available to the Public

Give your garden a boost with organic compost — available at no cost!

📍 Pickup Location:
Public Safety Facility (Old JJE Site)

📞 Schedule Your Pickup:
Call 229-248-2014

IMPORTANT DETAILS:

✔️ Bring your own trailer
✔️ Bring your own tools for loading
✔️ Pickup is by appointment only

Perfect for:
🌿 Gardens
🌳 Landscaping
🌼 Flower beds
🌾 Soil enrichment

Employees from our local Publix Supermarket volunteered their time at the Earle May Boat Basin, helping pick up trash and keep the area clean as part of a community service project.

Thank you for your time and dedication! And a special thank you to Publix corporate for supporting and encouraging employees to serve their community.

#PublixServes

🥁 Drum roll, please! 🥁

We’re excited to announce the winners of last week’s Scavenger Hunt, held in conjunction with Georgia Cities Week!

🎉 Winners (in no particular order):
Dana Bryant
Nato, Chase and Lila Puhlick
Callahan, Arrington, Augusta, and Benny Harrell

Congratulations to all! Please stop by our office at 205 E Broughton Street to pick up your prize.

Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make Georgia Cities Week a success!

Celebrating 40 Years of Service!

Please join us in recognizing Abraham Breedlove for an incredible 40 years of dedicated service to the City of Bainbridge! Abraham has made a lasting impact through his work in both the Streets and Shop Departments, helping keep our community running smoothly.

Although he was unable to attend this year’s Employee Appreciation Luncheon, his milestone was still celebrated—his service pin was personally delivered by City Manager Roy Oliver.

Pictured with Abraham are Jack Toliver, Roy Oliver, Abraham Breedlove, and Willie Cheatem.

Thank you, Abraham, for your continued commitment and many years of service to our residents. Your hard work truly makes a difference!

🎉 Congratulations to Richard Lane – Our Employee of the Quarter! 🎉 Since joining the team in 2021, Richard has been a valued member of Bainbridge, serving as a dedicated Heavy Equipment Operator. He was nominated for this recognition because of his strong work ethic and his unwavering commitment to giving 100% to both his coworkers and the community. Richard’s dedication does not go unnoticed, and we are proud to have him on our team. Thank you, Richard, for your continued commitment to the City of Bainbridge and to our residents! 👏 Join us in celebrating Richard and this well-deserved honor!

Fire Chief Doyle Welch stepped into history Monday evening as part of the Living History Tour at Oak City Cemetery during Georgia Cities Week. Welch portrayed James Bronza “Red” Long, a dedicated public servant born in 1915 who spent most of his life working for the City of Bainbridge. After 27 years of service, Long retired as assistant fire chief. He and his wife, the former Betty Sue Strickland, were charter members of Calvary Baptist Church and played an important role in caring for their nieces and nephews. Together, they also ran Long’s Bait and Tackle — a place where community connections thrived, much like at the fire station. “I think that’s what drew him into that business,” Welch said. “They could still speak to the community, and their friends could stop by. As avid hunters, fishermen, and historians, people dropping by to compare tall tales was so much enjoyed.” Thank you to Chief Welch for helping bring Bainbridge history to life!

📍 Location Update for Popsicles in the Park! Today’s event will now be held exclusively at College Street Playground — no split locations! Come out and enjoy a sweet treat 🍧, have fun on the playground, and don’t miss a special visit from the fire truck 🚒! We can’t wait to see you there!

🎉 Today kicks off Georgia Cities Week in Bainbridge! 🎉

We’ve got a full week of fun activities for you to enjoy:

📅 Monday
Living History Tour – Oak City Cemetery
🕕 6:00 PM

📅 Tuesday
Popsicles in the Park – Chason Park & College Street Playground
🕞 3:30–4:30 PM

📅 Wednesday
Jazzing in the Park (Brown Bag Lunch) with the BHS Jazz Band – Willis Park
🕦 11:45 AM–12:30 PM

📅 Thursday
Downtown Selfie Spot – Chason Park
📸 All Day

📅 Friday
Community Scavenger Hunt – Starts at Willis Park
🔍 All Day

💲 Cost: FREE

Come out and enjoy what makes Bainbridge so special!

Join us Friday, April 24 anytime during the day for a community-wide scavenger hunt! 🕵️‍♀️ Pick up your clue sheet at the Willis Park Gazebo, then return it to the drop box at the front of City Hall when you’re done. For clues that require photo proof, text your answers to 229-726-6200 along with the first name of the person completing the scavenger hunt. Winners will be announced on Monday, April 27 — good luck and have fun!

📸 Downtown Snapshot Photo Op!

Strike a pose and show your Bainbridge pride! Join us on Thursday, April 23 at Chason Park for a fun Downtown Snapshot photo opportunity as we celebrate Georgia Cities Week.

Snap a picture, share your smile, and don’t forget to use the hashtag #ILoveBainbridge to join in the celebration!

We can’t wait to see your photos!

☀️🍧 Popsicles in the Park 🍧☀️

Join us Tuesday after school for a cool treat and some great conversation at Popsicles in the Park!

Stop by Chason Park or the College Street Playground and enjoy popsicles on us while you beat the heat.

It’s also a great chance to connect with city officials and spend time in a couple of our community’s most-loved spaces.

🌸 Step Back in Time at the Spring Living History Tour 🌸

Join us on Monday, April 20 at 6:00 PM at Oak City Cemetery for an unforgettable evening as history comes to life. This special event features one guided tour only, so be sure to arrive on time!

Experience powerful portrayals of notable figures, including:
• Damon Taylor portrayed by Bert Hines
• E.G. Elcan portrayed by Tommie Howell
• David Ramsay Simmons, Sr. portrayed by Ramsay Simmons, III
• James Bronza “Red” Long portrayed by Doyle Welch
• J. Orson Smith portrayed by Richard Britt

Alternative transportation will be available for those who require assistance.

Come out and enjoy this unique storytelling experience as we kick off our week-long celebration of Georgia Cities Week!

We look forward to seeing you there!

2025 was a busy year for our hardworking Utilities Department—and the numbers speak for themselves!

With these impressive stats, our crews are completing an average of 19 work orders per day across the department. That’s dedication, efficiency, and commitment to keeping our community running smoothly every single day.

Thank you to our incredible team for all that you do!

🚧 Road Work Notice: Raised Crosswalk Installation 🚧

Please be aware of upcoming construction on Cox Avenue and Hubert Dollar Drive. Each project will require a 24-hour closure in the affected area.

🗓 Schedule:
• Cox Avenue (between Hubert Dollar Dr. & College St.)
Tuesday at 8:00 AM – Wednesday at 8:00 AM (this week) Please use Hubert Dollar Drive to access sports complex and tennis center.

• West end of Hubert Dollar Drive
Thursday at 8:00 AM – Friday at 8:00 AM (this week) Please use Avenue A to access sports complex and tennis center.

We appreciate your patience as we make improvements to enhance pedestrian safety!