The Thomasville City Council unanimously approved a Main Street district map that designates a stretch of downtown for participation in the North Carolina Department of Commerce Main Street program.

City Manager Bryant explained the district boundaries presented to council: roughly from Los Agaves restaurant on the east to Teaville Diner on the north side, and south to include the commercial center near Fisher Ferry and West Main Street, extending to the recreation center at 315 East Main Street and properties that touch those streets. The north–south span runs from the building occupied by Nature’s Cottage to the edge of the commercial district on Salem Street.

The designation is required for reporting and to identify an area that could be eligible for future state grants. Council members and residents who spoke in favor said the Main Street program provides a blueprint and resources to support downtown revitalization. The council voted 7‑0 to adopt the map and formally enter the program pending state approval in July.