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Agriculture and Tourism: The Economic Powerhouse of The Georgia National Fairgrounds

A new economic impact study prepared by UGA’s Carl Vinson Institute of Government touts big numbers for the Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter in Perry. According to the study based on figures from 2022, Fairground’s activities were responsible for 133-million-dollars of goods and services produced in the state of Georgia’s economy. In Houston County alone, it was responsible for over 35-million-dollars in goods and services. The Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter is a...



Perry Economic Development Department Connects Local Businesses with Residents

Perry Economic Development Department Connects Local Businesses with Residents The City of Perry Economic Development Department will host a job fair at the Perry Events Center on March 21 from 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. The job fair seeks to facilitate opportunities for filling staffing vacancies or secure resumes for future staffing needs. Additionally, this is an opportunity for residents to explore the available positions at Perry businesses as they consider various types of jobs...



Holly Wharton Appointed City of Perry Economic Development Director

Holly Wharton Appointed City of Perry Economic Development Director Perry Mayor and Council appointed Holly Wharton as the City’s Economic Development Director during their December 20, 2022, council meeting. Mrs. Wharton will spearhead the continued efforts of ensuring Perry is a quality community in which to conduct business and an attractive community in which to grow or locate a new business. She previously served as the City of Perry’s Community Planner. Before coming to...



City of Perry Receives Award for Revitalization Support of The Muse Theater

City of Perry Receives Award for Revitalization Support of The Muse Theater The City of Perry was awarded the International Economic Development Council Silver Award for the revitalization support of The Muse Theater in Historic Downtown Perry. This award recognizes innovative real estate development or reuse projects for the creation of jobs or for increasing the tax base. By demonstrating a measurable and quantitative impact on employment and the tax base, the recipient also serves...



Economic Development Brief - August 2022

Economic Development Brief – August 2022



City of Perry Receives Designation as Broadband Ready Community

City of Perry Receives Designation as Broadband Ready Community The City of Perry was designated as a “Broadband Ready Community” by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs earlier this week. A “Broadband Ready Community” exhibits collaboration and innovation by identifying broadband as essential infrastructure in furthering the community. “The City of Perry’s Broadband Ready designation demonstrates we are embracing technology and recognize this infrastructure is...



Economic Development Brief - July 2022

Economic Development Brief – July 2022



Economic Development Brief - June 2022

Economic Development Brief - June 2022



Economic Development Brief - May 2022

Economic Development Brief – May 2022



Economic Development Brief - April 2022

Economic Development Brief – April 2022



Economic Development Brief | March 2022

Economic Development Brief – March 2022



Economic Development Brief | January 2022

Economic Development Brief – January 2022



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