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Arson Arrest Made Following Residential Fire in Perry

Arson Arrest Made Following Residential Fire in Perry On July 8, 2024, at around 13:00 hrs., the City of Perry Fire Department and Perry Police Department responded to a residential structure fire at 228 Shoshone Circle, Perry, Georgia. After the fire was extinguished by Perry Fire personnel, a joint investigation was launched into the cause and origin of the fire. It was determined that the fire was intentionally set and has been ruled arson by investigators. The investigation led...

Stop The Scam Information Session Hosted by the Perry Police Department

Stop The Scam Information Session Hosted by the Perry Police Department Scams are everywhere, and the Perry Police Department wants to help you combat them! Join us for the FREE information session, "Stop The Scam," to learn how to identify and prevent common scams. Date: August 7, 2024 Time: 6 - 8 PM Location: Perry Police Department (1207 Washington Street) For more information, contact Officer Marcus Camps at (478) 988-2835 or Marcus.Camps@perry-ga.gov.

National Parks and Recreation Month

Mayor and Council recognized July as National Parks and Recreation Month at last night's Council Meeting! Parks and recreation play a vital role in our community by promoting health, wellness, physical activity, and economic prosperity. They also provide critical programs for youth development and environmental education. Join us as we celebrate the many parks and recreation activities in the City of Perry this month!

City Council Work Session Canceled | July 1

The City Council Work Session scheduled for Monday, July 1, is canceled due to lack of agenda items. The upcoming City Council Meeting, slated for July 2, will proceed as scheduled at Perry City Hall, located at 808 Carroll Street. For more information about City Council and regularly scheduled meetings, please click here.

Public Notice | Woodlands and Wind River Subdivisions

Public Notice | Woodlands and Wind River Subdivisions On Thursday, June 27, a contractor will be performing an upgrade to the water line in the Woodlands and Wind River Subdivisions. As a result, water service will be temporarily interrupted during the day. Date: Thursday, June 27 Duration: 10 AM - 1 PM (subject to change) Affected Area: Woodlands and Wind River Subdivisions Once water service is restored, residents will NOT be required to boil their water. We appreciate your...

Public Notice | Woodlands Subdivision

Public Notice | Woodlands Subdivision On Thursday, June 13, a contractor will be performing an upgrade to the water line in the Woodlands Subdivision. As a result, water service will be temporarily interrupted during the day. Date: Thursday, June 13 Duration: 9 AM - 3 PM (subject to change) Affected Area: Woodlands Subdivision Once the water service is restored, residents will NOT be required to boil their water. We appreciate your understanding and patience during this...

Public Notice | Woodlands Subdivision

UPDATE: June 5 | 1:40 PM Water service is restored in the Woodlands subdivision. Residents may continue using their water as normal. ___________________________________ Public Notice | Woodlands Subdivision On Wednesday, June 5, a contractor will be performing an upgrade to the water line in the Woodlands Subdivision. As a result, water service will be temporarily interrupted during the day. Date: Wednesday, June 5 Duration: 9 AM - 2 PM (subject to change) Affected Area:...

Perry Leisure Services Offers an Array of Summer Classes

Looking for summer activities? Dive into a summer of fun and learning with Perry Leisure Services and their exciting array of summer classes tailored for kids ages 3-17! From arts and crafts to sports and STEM, there's something for every interest! Classes Include: - Soccer Camp - Theatre and Arts - Home Heroes - Diamond Painting Stickers - Smart Robot - Microsoft Excel - Internet Safety - Arts & Crafts - Fashion - Personal Finance The James E....

Food Truck Friday | Island Friday Canceled For May 17

The Perry Food Truck Friday | Island Friday event scheduled for Friday, May 17 is canceled due to the unfavorable weather forecast. Other upcoming City of Perry events may be found at 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 the Perry Events category.

Youth Fall Sports Registration Now Open

Youth Fall Sports Registration is NOW OPEN! Cheerleading, Football, Flag Football, and Soccer registration are now open for the fall season. Play begins on the first Saturday in September. For more information, please contact Perry Leisure Services at (478) 988-2860. Register

Temporary Parking Lot Closure at Barbara Calhoun Park

The parking lot at Barbara Calhoun Park (1802 Tucker Road) is scheduled for a temporary closure later this week as part of the maintenance project involving the repainting of the water tank. The parking lot closure is to prevent any potential overspray from the paint onto vehicles. However, please note that the park will remain open to visitors as usual. For additional information, please call Public Works at (478) 988-2732. We appreciate your understanding as we work to enhance the...

Creekwood Park Splash Pad Opens May 25

Exciting news for Splash Pad fans! The Creekwood Park Splash Pad will open for the 2024 season on May 25! Operating Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Cool off under a variety of water fountains, water cannons, and one very large bucket that splashes onto the pad when filled up with water! Adults will enjoy watching under large umbrellas and benches situated around the pad. A large picnic area is nearby where you can enjoy your refreshments under the nearby pavilion. The Splash Pad...