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Perry Police Department Investigation Targets Cocaine and Marijuana Distribution Across Houston and Peach Counties

Perry Police Department Investigation Targets Cocaine and Marijuana Distribution Across Houston and Peach Counties On November 6, 2026, the Perry Police Department, in partnership with the Houston County District Attorney's Office and numerous local, county, and federal law enforcement agencies, conducted Operation Snow Hill, a coordinated enforcement operation targeting an alleged organized cocaine and marijuana distribution network operating throughout Houston and Peach...

Posted on Nov 9, 2026

City of Perry Moves Forward with Phase 2 of Sadie Heights Flood Mitigation Project

City of Perry Moves Forward with Phase 2 of Sadie Heights Flood Mitigation Project The City of Perry is moving forward with Phase 2 of the Sadie Heights/Stonegate Trail Flood Mitigation Project, an effort designed to reduce flooding in the affected neighborhoods. Following an extensive evaluation of potential solutions, the City selected a design to maximize flood-level reductions while meeting environmental permitting requirements. Phase 1, which included replacing culverts...

Posted on Nov 5, 2026

City of Perry Welcomes Justin Kilgore as Community Development Director

City of Perry Welcomes Justin Kilgore as Community Development Director Justin Kilgore joins the City of Perry as Director of Community Development, bringing extensive experience in local government leadership and community planning. Kilgore most recently served as Planning Manager for El Paso County, Colorado. His previous roles include city administrator and manager appointments, senior planning and development positions, and leadership in grants and procurement. His background...

Posted on Nov 3, 2026

Fire Hydrant Flushing Continues Across Perry | Week of October 26, 2026

Fire Hydrant Flushing Continues Across Perry | Week of October 26, 2026 City of Perry Fire & Emergency Services crews will continue routine fire hydrant flushing throughout the community the week of October 26, 2026. Due to call volume and other operational obligations, crews were unable to complete flushing in all previously scheduled areas last week. Flushing will continue in those areas this week, along with additional locations. During flushing, water customers in affected areas...

Posted on Oct 26, 2026

Three Siblings Arrested Following Shots Fired Incident in Kathleen

Three Siblings Arrested Following Shots Fired Incident in Kathleen On 10/22/2026 at 08:41 AM, Perry Police Officers and detectives responded to a report of shots fired at 124 Pearl Moss Lane in Kathleen. The preliminary investigation indicates that a verbal altercation between the siblings escalated into a physical confrontation involving knives and the discharge of a firearm. All three individuals were arrested on charges of aggravated assault related to family violence. Investigators...

Posted on Oct 23, 2026

Right-of-Way Work Scheduled Throughout Perry

Right-of-Way Work Scheduled Throughout Perry Right-of-way utility work is scheduled at various locations throughout the City of Perry beginning November 1, 2026, and continuing through March 2027. An additional phase is expected to begin in December 2026 and continue through April 2027. Work locations include: Airport Road Extension, Country Club Road, Houston Lake Road, Keith Drive, Kings Chapel, Main Street, Northside Road, St. Patrick's Drive, Valley Drive, and numerous...

Posted on Oct 20, 2026

Fire Hydrant Flushing Scheduled Across Perry | Week of October 19, 2026

Fire Hydrant Flushing Scheduled Across Perry | Week of October 19, 2026 City of Perry Fire & Emergency Services crews will conduct routine fire hydrant flushing throughout the community the week of October 19, 2026. During flushing, water customers in affected areas may experience temporary discoloration. If this occurs, residents are advised to run their water for a few minutes until it clears. This list will be updated as additional areas are scheduled for the week of October 19,...

Posted on Oct 19, 2026

City of Perry to Reissue Some Tax Bills for Application of Grant Credits

City of Perry to Reissue Some Tax Bills for Application of Grant Credits The City of Perry will mail replacement tax bills where the Homeowner Tax Relief Grant (HTRG) was inadvertently excluded on some tax bills. After reviewing the tax bills, the City found that some eligible accounts did not receive the Homeowner Tax Relief Grant credit. Those accounts are being corrected, and a replacement bill is being mailed. We expect replacement bills to be received by October 31, 2026. Tax...

Posted on Oct 16, 2026

Reefer Safety Training Brings Critical Lessons to First Responders

Reefer Safety Training Brings Critical Lessons to First Responders Chief Rodney Wiggins of Greene County Fire Rescue developed the course following the line-of-duty death of Greene County Battalion Chief Chris Eddy on September 4, 2024. Chief Eddy was responding to a fire involving a refrigerated tractor-trailer, commonly known as a “reefer,” when the heavily insulated container experienced a catastrophic over-pressurization explosion. The trailer was carrying non-hazardous frozen...

Posted on Oct 6, 2026

A Second Chance and a Reunion with Lifesaving Responders

A Second Chance and a Reunion with Lifesaving Responders Weeks after suffering sudden cardiac arrest, Mr. Maddox walked into a room filled with people who had helped save his life. With his son beside him, he joined a ceremony recognizing Perry Fire & Emergency Services and EMS personnel with Life Save Awards. Their story began in the early morning hours of August 5, 2026. At approximately 3:30 a.m., a 911 call reported that Mr. Maddox was in cardiac arrest. His son began CPR,...

Posted on Oct 5, 2026

Perry Police Make Arrests in Mini-Bike Theft

Perry Police Make Arrests in Mini-Bike Theft Release Date: 9/29/2026 Two stolen mini-bikes were recovered and two individuals were arrested following an investigation assisted by the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. On September 11, 2026, two Coleman Powersports mini-bikes, each valued at $899.99, were stolen from Tractor Supply at 1235 St. Patricks Drive in Perry. On September 25, 2026, Perry PD Detectives executed a search warrant at 103 Redhill Boulevard in the Goodall Woods...

Posted on Sep 30, 2026

Perry Council Member Amy Fouse Appointed to Statewide Children and Youth Advisory Council

Perry Council Member Amy Fouse Appointed to Statewide Children and Youth Advisory Council Perry Council Member Amy Fouse has been appointed to the Georgia Municipal Association’s (GMA) Children and Youth Advisory Council for the 2026–2027 year. The council recommends programs and other initiatives to address the needs of children and youth in Georgia’s cities. It also connects city officials with agencies and organizations that support young people. Members share ideas about...

Posted on Sep 23, 2026