Thomasville fire raises concerns about vacant buildings, homelessness

Thomasville fire raises concerns about vacant buildings, homelessness

THOMASVILLE, N.C. (WGHP) -- Two vacant buildings in Thomasville burned down in less than a year, and leaders believe they know what the root cause is. "These vacant buildings tend to cause issues for the entire community, not just the area it resides in," said Eddie Bowling, assistant city manager. ‘Ka-Chow’: Lightning strike sends sparks flying in parking lot of JR Motorsports in Mooresville Since 2001, at least four vacant buildings ha…

Fire at vacant building in Thomasville raises concern for abandoned buildings in area

Thomasville Assistant City Manager Eddie Bowling said they have quite a few abandoned buildings in Thomasville and have experienced fire damage to them.