A Look Inside UGA Grand Farm Located in Perry, the University of Georgia’s (UGA) Grand Farm site is part of a growing partnership focused on advancing precision agriculture. It serves as a collaborative space where new technologies can be tested and validated in real-world conditions. Since the partnership was established in 2024, the site has quickly developed into a 250-acre hub for agricultural innovation. One of the most notable features is the variety of crops grown...

Inclusive Playground Breaks Ground at Magnolia Point Park The City of Perry, in partnership with the Haseya Women's Club, officially broke ground on a new inclusive playground at Magnolia Point Park. Community members, project partners, and families gathered to mark the start of construction on a project that has been in the works for several years. What began as a community-led idea has moved forward through planning, fundraising, and collaboration. The playground will span...

Perry Police Arrest Suspect, Recover Stolen Property, Firearms, and Narcotics Release Date: 4/9/2026 On April 9, 2026, the Perry Police Department Investigations Division, in coordination with the Houston County Sheriff’s Office Warrant Division, executed multiple arrest warrants on Jaeden Charles (19, B/M) at Perry Mobile Home Park, 1998 Sam Nunn Blvd, Perry, GA. During the arrest, officers observed suspected stolen property in plain view and subsequently obtained and executed a...

Perry Youth Advisory Council Member Selected for Statewide LeadershipNext Youth Council The City of Perry is proud to announce that Perry Youth Advisory Council (PYAC) member Eve Scott has been selected to serve on GeorgiaForward’s LeadershipNext Statewide Youth Council. LeadershipNext is a statewide initiative designed to connect and support youth leadership programs across Georgia, including youth councils, advisory boards, and civic engagement initiatives led by local governments....

Turning the Valve on Perry’s Future The City of Perry marked a major milestone with the official Turning of the Valve Ceremony for the A.E. Harris Water Reclamation Facility – an investment that will serve our community for generations to come. This state-of-the-art facility is designed to support Perry’s continued growth while maintaining a strong commitment to environmental stewardship. Using advanced treatment processes, the facility improves water quality before it is safely...

Water Main Break (Ripping Water Way) UPDATE – March 30, 2026 | 2:55 PM The boil water advisory from yesterday (March 29) is lifted. You may resume water service as normal. -------------------------------- Water Main Break (Ripping Water Way) – March 29, 2026 | 7:53 AM Due to a potential loss of water pressure – a precautionary boil water advisory is in effect for this area. Updates will be provided when available. Boil Water Advisory Information A potential health...

Investing in Creativity: Perry Partners with Georgia Tech to Strengthen Local Arts Organizations The City of Perry is being recognized at the state level for its continued commitment to strengthening the local arts and creative economy through innovative partnerships and strategic placemaking efforts. In a recent article published by the Georgia Municipal Association, Perry is highlighted for its collaboration with Georgia Tech, an initiative focused on leveraging creativity as a...

All City of Perry non-essential offices will have a delayed opening on March 16, 2026 due to the severe weather forecast. Essential services, including public safety, will continue to operate as normal. City offices will open at 12:00 p.m.

Perry Police Investigating Fatal Shooting at Houston Lake Apartments On Thursday, March 12, 2026, at approximately 9:28 p.m., Houston 911 received a call reporting shots fired at Houston Lake Apartments. Upon arrival, officers began checking the area on foot where the shots were believed to have been fired. During the search, officers located an adult male behind the 1700 building who had sustained a gunshot wound. The victim was pronounced deceased at the scene by the Houston...

Perry Police Arrest Man After Incident at Langston Road Elementary This morning, around 6:30 AM, Houston 911 received a call regarding a subject with a machete at Langston Road Elementary, beating on a door. Perry PD officers responded and discovered a male who in possession of a machete. The male was taken into custody and identified as Cody Alley. There were no children at the school and no one was injured. Custodial staff was on site setting up for field day. Alley was charged...

Welcome Park Gets a Playful Upgrade The City of Perry and the Main Street Advisory Board invite residents, visitors, and community partners to celebrate new enhancements at Welcome Park (1033 Macon Road) during a ribbon cutting ceremony on March 5 at 3:00 p.m. The ceremony will highlight recent additions designed to further activate the park and enhance the experience for those who live, work, and visit Historic Downtown Perry. Welcome Park now features flower-inspired musical play...

Perry Police Department to Host Women's Firearm Safety Class and Senior Citizens’ Firearms Safety Class in April Perry Police Department to Host Women's Firearm Safety Class and Senior Citizens’ Firearms Safety Class in April 2026. Overview of Classes: Women’s Firearm Safety Class – April 28 | 5:30 – 7:30 PM | FREE (Range time for the course will be on Saturday, May 2, from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.) Senior Citizens’ Firearm Safety Class – April 30 | 5:30 – 7:30 PM | FREE...