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Perry Police Department to Host Women’s Firearm Safety Class

Perry Police Department to Host Women’s Firearm Safety Class The City of Perry Police Department will host a 2-day Women’s Firearm Safety class on April 20 and April 22. The class will provide participants with knowledge of basic safety training including loading, unloading, and firing of handguns. In addition, the class will provide information on Georgia law regarding possession, concealment, and legal justifications for use of deadly force. Class will be held at the Perry...



Shamrock N Roll Food Truck Friday Cancelled Due to Weather Forecast

Shamrock N Roll Food Truck Friday Cancelled Due to Weather Forecast The Shamrock N Roll Food Truck Friday event scheduled for Friday, March 17 is cancelled due to the unfavorable weather forecast. Other upcoming City of Perry events may be found at https://perry-ga.gov/special-events-information. Event updates are also sent out via Perry Points text alerts. Sign up for text alerts by texting HELLO to (888)49-PERRY (73779). Click on the link and sign up for Perry Events...



Perry Police Department Receives Continued State Certification

Perry Police Department Receives Continued State Certification The Perry Police Department was awarded state certification by the Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police for their dedication to service to the Georgia Law Enforcement Certification Program. The certification status represents a significant professional achievement for a law enforcement agency. It acknowledges the implementation of policies and procedures are conceptually sound and operationally effective. The review...



Perry Leisure Services Instructional Classes

Did you know that Perry Leisure Services offers weekly instructional classes? The mission is to provide activities for everyone to enjoy. That's why we offer programs that range from physical to educationally informative! Current classes include: - Chess Club - Contemporary Ballroom Dancing - Senior Exercise - Square Dancing - Soul Line Dancing - Judo/Taekwondo - Pickleball - Bingo If you're looking to get involved, you can visit...



City of Perry's Georgia Initiative for Community Housing Alumni Certification Extended

City of Perry’s Georgia Initiative for Community Housing Alumni Certification Extended The City of Perry’s Georgia Initiative for Community Housing (GICH) Alumni Certification by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs was extended through 2024. The certification ensures GICH program alumni continue to address affordable housing issues within their communities by utilizing the Housing Plan document developed while participating in the program. There are five criteria that...



Fire Hydrant Flushing in Perry Areas

City of Perry Fire & Emergency Services is performing routine fire hydrant flushing today, February 22, 2023. Water customers in the following areas may experience temporary water discoloration. If this occurs, run your water for a few minutes until it runs clear again. Sand Hill Area Ivy Glen Area New Haven Area Remington Chase Area The Industrial Area



City Offices Closed for Presidents' Day | Monday, February 20

All non-essential City offices will be closed Monday, February 20 for Presidents' Day. Need an answer to a question? Use our Perry Points texting system. Text “HELLO” to (888) 49-PERRY (73779) to begin the conversation! More information: https://perry-ga.gov/perry-points.



Water Disruption/Boil Water Advisory In Houston Springs Subdivsion

UPDATE (2/14/23 4:55 p.m.) The boil water advisory issued yesterday for Houston Springs subdivision has been LIFTED. UPDATE (2/13/23 4:06 p.m.) Repair on a water main in the Houston Springs area caused water pressure to drop significantly. A potential health hazard may exist in these areas of zero pressure from backflow and/or back-siphonage of water of unknown quality into the water distribution system. In order to protect the public from a potential health hazard, all...



Houston Arts Alliance Donates Sculpture at Rotary Centennial Park

Houston Arts Alliance Donates Sculpture at Rotary Centennial Park The Houston Arts Alliance donated a new sculpture to the people of Perry and Houston County at Rotary Centennial Park earlier this month. Donnie Wright of Cochran, Georgia constructed the sculpture “Woodland Family”. The piece reflects a deer family consisting of a buck, a doe, and a fawn. Mr. Wright also commissioned the horse sculpture on the Perry Events Center lawn through the efforts of the Perry Arts...



Perry Area Convention and Visitors Bureau Announces Nastasha "Anya" Edgley-Turpin as Finalist for President/CEO

The Perry Convention and Visitors Bureau has announced Nastasha “Anya” Edgley-Turpin as the finalist for the President and Chief Executive Officer position. The announcement was made this week by Mike Baker, Chair of the organization and a Sales Engineer for Hargray in Perry. Edgley-Turpin will be voted upon by the Board of the Perry CVB after the required 14-day waiting period as specified in Georgia law for public agencies. If approved, her first day in the position is scheduled for...



Learn How to Play Pickleball on February 25

Come learn how to play America's fastest-growing sport on Saturday, February 25! Pickleball is a combination of ping pong, badminton, and tennis. It's proven to be great for adults and easy on the joints! Quick Info: - When: Saturday - February 25, 2023 - Where: Barbara Calhoun Park - Time: 10:00am-Noon - Registration Fee: $5 - Equipment: Provided or bring your own - Limit: 20 participants Any child enrolled must be accompanied by an adult during the...



City of Perry Continues Annual Black History Month Banner Celebration

City of Perry Continues Annual Black History Month Banner Celebration The City of Perry is celebrating Black History Month by recognizing prominent “firsts” from Perry’s African American community. Individual banners consisting of a photo of the individual, their name, and a brief statement of their contribution to the City will be placed on various streets throughout the Downtown District. “It is our vision to create an atmosphere where heritage is shared, celebrated and...



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