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Route Change for the 2025 Perry Christmas Parade

Route Change for the 2025 Perry Christmas Parade The City of Perry is announcing a temporary route adjustment for the upcoming Perry Christmas Parade due to a Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) construction project planned for General Courtney Hodges Boulevard. The revised parade route will begin at New Hope Baptist Church (1300 Washington Street), proceed down Washington Street, turn left onto Main Street, and conclude at the Perry VA Clinic (1309 Main Street). The 2025...

Posted on Nov 20, 2025

City of Perry Appoints Robert Smith as City Manager

City of Perry Appoints Robert Smith as City Manager The Perry City Council voted Tuesday, November 18, 2025, to appoint Robert Smith as the next City Manager for the City of Perry. Smith has served as Assistant City Manager since 2018 and brings more than 15 years of experience in local government administration, public policy, and community development. During his tenure as Assistant City Manager, he oversaw day-to-day operations for all City departments, managed the City’s...

Posted on Nov 19, 2025

Perry Launches “Cans for Kindness” to Support Families Impacted by Government Shutdown

Perry Launches “Cans for Kindness” to Support Families Impacted by Government Shutdown Businesses across Perry are uniting to support community members affected by the government shutdown through a special initiative called Cans for Kindness – Shop Small. Give Big. From November 10–21, shoppers can bring five canned goods to any participating business and receive 10% off their purchase. All donated items will go toward helping local families and individuals in need during this...

Posted on Nov 7, 2025

City of Perry Hosts Job Fair for Local Job Seekers and Employers

City of Perry Hosts Job Fair for Local Job Seekers and Employers The City of Perry is hosting a Job Fair on Thursday, November 13, 2025, from 2:00–6:00 p.m. at the Perry Events Center (1121 Macon Road). The event will connect local employers with job seekers ready to start or advance their careers. Businesses from across the Perry area will be on-site with information about current openings and opportunities for professional growth. “This event is designed to benefit both our...

Posted on Nov 7, 2025

Shop Small. Win Big. Celebrate the Holidays in Historic Downtown Perry

Shop Small. Win Big. Celebrate the Holidays in Historic Downtown Perry The magic of the holidays is back — and there’s no better place to experience it than Historic Downtown Perry! This season, shopping local is more rewarding than ever with the Shop Small Holiday Pass - a free digital passport that turns your holiday errands into a chance to win Downtown Dollars while supporting your favorite local businesses. How It Works From November 1 through December 31, every time you...

Posted on Nov 6, 2025

Perry Buzzard Drop Earns Third Consecutive Nomination By USA TODAY

Perry Buzzard Drop Earns Third Consecutive Nomination By USA TODAY The Perry Buzzard Drop is, once again, gaining national recognition. For the third consecutive year, the event has been nominated for Best New Year’s Eve Drop in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. Each year, USA TODAY’s panel of editors and experts select the most unique and beloved celebrations across the country, inviting the public to vote for their favorites. Perry’s Buzzard Drop, known for its...

Posted on Nov 5, 2025

WaterFirst: Perry Continues to Set the Standard for Sustainable Water Stewardship

WaterFirst: Perry Continues to Set the Standard for Sustainable Water Stewardship The City of Perry’s commitment to responsible water management continues to make waves across Georgia. Mayor Pro Tem James Moody, Senior Stormwater Inspector Sarah Nottingham, and Community Development Director Joe Duffy represented the City of Perry at the Georgia Statehouse for a ceremony celebrating WaterFirst designated communities. The event, hosted by the Georgia Environmental Finance Authority...

Posted on Oct 30, 2025

Mayor Walker Shares City Progress at State of the Community

Mayor Walker Shares City Progress at State of the Community Mayor Randall Walker joined the Perry Area Chamber of Commerce for the annual State of the Community luncheon, highlighting major projects shaping Perry’s future – from infrastructure and innovation to neighborhood revitalization. Investing in Infrastructure The City identified 10 priority projects this year—six focused on infrastructure. Wastewater Treatment Plant: On time and on budget, expected to be...

Posted on Oct 24, 2025

Perry Police Identify Suspect in Lewd Phone Call Investigation

Perry Police Identify Suspect in Lewd Phone Call Investigation FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 23, 2025 On August 28, 2025, an employee of a local Perry business received a disturbing phone call from an unknown male subject. The employee reported that the caller made vulgar comments of a sexual nature while simultaneously performing lewd acts during the call. Perry Police Department Detectives were able to identify the suspects phone number which detectives used to obtain a search...

Posted on Oct 24, 2025

Boil Water Advisory | Areas South of Perry Parkway | UPDATE October 19, 2025

UPDATE: October 19, 2025 6:23 p.m. BOIL WATER ADVISORY UPDATE | Areas South of North Perry Parkway The precautionary boil water advisory for all City of Perry customers south of North Perry Parkway is lifted. Boiling is no longer needed. Follow-up testing did not detect any microbial contamination. ----- UPDATE: October 19, 2025 BOIL WATER ADVISORY UPDATE | Areas South of North Perry Parkway Here’s more information about the precautionary boil water advisory that was...

Posted on Oct 18, 2025

How Zoning Shapes the City We Share

How Zoning Shapes the City We Share Zoning can feel abstract – until it reaches your street. In Perry, planning and zoning are the quiet guardrails that help neighbors, business owners, and builders share space. At its core, zoning is about balance. Our zoning code, the City’s land management ordinance, defines where homes, offices, shops, and industries belong and how they should look from the street. It’s a system rooted in a century-old idea: protect people from incompatible...

Posted on Oct 15, 2025

A Corner Transformed: How Perry Employees Brought Art to Life

A Corner Transformed: How Perry Employees Brought Art to Life If you’ve driven through Historic Downtown Perry recently, you’ve likely noticed a new kind of beauty at the intersection of Ball Street and Main Street. The latest landscape installation isn’t your typical garden bed – it’s a one-of-a-kind blend of art, creativity, and sustainability designed and built entirely by the City of Perry’s own Public Works team. A Fresh Take on Downtown Design The idea for the...

Posted on Oct 15, 2025