Perry Police Investigate Domestic-Related Shooting on Figston Run On September 21, 2025, 1852 hours, officers with the Perry Police Department responded to reports of a shooting in the 100 block of Figston Run. Upon arrival, officers located the victim who had sustained injuries related to the incident. Emergency medical services were called to the scene, and the victim was transported for treatment. Following the initial investigation, the suspect was identified as 22 years old,...

Seeking Veteran Nominations for the 2025 Cherry Blossom Festival Veterans Day Parade SEEKING NOMINATIONS! Mayor Walker is participating in the Cherry Blossom Festival Veterans Day Parade on November 9, 2025, and is seeking a veteran from the Perry area to join him. To nominate a veteran, please fill out the form below for consideration. The nominee must be a United States Veteran and from the Perry area. Nominations remain open through September 26, 2025. Nominate A...

2025 Fire Safety Poster Contest | Charge into Fire Safety™ - Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home The City of Perry Fire & Emergency Services Department invites all City of Perry third graders to showcase their artistic talent and commitment to fire safety by participating in the 7th annual Fire Safety Poster Contest. The 2025 theme is “Charge into Fire Safety™ – Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home.” A winner and a runner-up will be awarded based on creativity for the theme....

Perry Police Department to Host Senior Citizens’ Firearms Safety Class and Women's Firearm Safety Class in September The City of Perry Police Department will host a Senior Citizens’ Firearm Safety class and a Women’s Firearm Safety class in September 2025. Senior Citizens’ Firearm Safety Class – September 5 | 8 AM – 12 PM | $30 Class Fee Women’s Firearm Safety Class – September 6 | 8 AM – 12 PM | $30 Class Fee Each class will provide participants with knowledge...

Red Speed School Zone Cameras Begin Operation July 30 Houston County Schools start back July 30, and Red Speed School Zone Cameras will be active the same day. Cameras will operate one hour before and after school during arrival and dismissal times. A warning period will run from July 30 to September 1, with warnings issued instead of citations. Please Note: Flashing yellow lights indicate when the school zone speed limit is in effect. Let’s keep our students safe. Slow down...

Georgia Student Pilot Pleads Guilty to Stealing Aircraft, Flying to North Carolina Defendant Flew Stolen Bonaza A-36 in IFR Weather Conditions MACON, Ga. – A student pilot who admitted to stealing a private plane from a Perry, Georgia, hanger and flying it to North Carolina and back—at one point flying in foggy weather conditions requiring specialized instrument training for safety—is facing up to ten years in prison for his crime. Rufus Crane, 27, of Coconut Creek, Florida,...

Perry Presents | Rock the 90s Event Cancellation Notice Due to the forecast of severe weather, Perry Presents | Rock the 90s scheduled for Friday, May 30 has been canceled out of an abundance of caution. Strong storms are expected in the area, and the safety of our attendees, staff, and vendors remains our top priority. 2025 Special Events

Arrest Made in Quadruple Homicide Investigation in Perry, Georgia Perry, Georgia – The Perry Police Department and Houston County District Attorney’s Office would like to release that an arrest in connection with the recent quadruple homicide that occurred in Perry has been made. On Thursday, May 15, 2025, Perry Detectives charged Michael James Jordan, age 34, in connection with the deaths of four individuals found at a residence on Gaines Drive. Jordan has been charged with four...

WATER DISRUPTION UPDATE | Fairgrounds / South of Gaines Drive Area | May 9, 2025 | 1:40 PM The Boil Water Advisory for the affected areas has been lifted. Residents may now resume normal water use. ______________ WATER DISRUPTION | Fairgrounds / South of Gaines Drive Area | May 8, 2025 Residents in the Fairgrounds area and the area south of Gaines Drive are currently experiencing water disruptions due to a water main issue. Once water service is restored, a boil water advisory...

Junior Fire Academy Applications Now Open This 5-day camp gives upcoming 7th & 8th grade Perry-area students hands-on experience while exploring the exciting career of a firefighter. Students build teamwork, leadership, and life-saving skills in a fun, interactive environment! Application Deadline: May 30, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. Orientation: Friday, June 6 at 6 PM at Davis Farm Fire Station 2 (150 Commodore Drive) Academy Dates: June 9-13 from 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. each day Location:...

Registration for Perry Leisure Services 2025 Fall Sports Now Open Registration for Perry Leisure Services 2025 Fall Sports is NOW OPEN! Soccer – 4U & 6U: $72 | 8U, 10U, & 12U: $78 Cheer – Ages 4–12: $105 Tackle Football – 6U, 8U, 10U, & 12U: $150 Girls Flag Football – Ages 7–12: $60 Co-Ed Flag Football – 6U: $6 Perry Leisure Services Athletics Register Here

Wooden Eagle Subdivision | Water Disruption Water service in the Wooden Eagle subdivision will be temporarily shut off today, April 29, to allow for crews to repair a leak. No boil water advisory will be necessary once service is restored. Further updates will be provided as they become available. Stay informed by signing up for Perry Points text alerts. Text HELLO to (888) 49-73779 to receive updates from Public Works.