Inside Perry, Georgia

Perry, Georgia, is turning 200 years old in 2024, and we're celebrating all year long! In today's episode, Mrs. Ellie Loudermilk, President of the Perry Area Historical Society & Museum , narrates the history of the Perry Police Department and the City of Perry Fire & Emergency Services Department . You can learn more at the Perry Area Historical Society Museum or by visiting www...

The mission of Visit Perry is to promote tourism, trade, and conventions for the City of Perry by studying, investigating, and developing plans for continuous improvement in these areas. In this episode, Visit Perry Executive Director Anya Turpin discusses the various facets of tourism in the City of Perry. The Perry Welcome Center is located inside Perry City Hall (808 Carroll Street) in the hear...

Perry, Georgia, is turning 200 years old in 2024, and we're celebrating all year long! In today's episode, Mrs. Ellie Loudermilk, President of the Perry Area Historical Society & Museum , narrates the history of education in Perry. You can learn more at the Perry Area Historical Society Museum or by visiting www.perryhistoricalmuseum.org . For more information about the year-long cel...

Perry, Georgia, is turning 200 years old in 2024, and we're celebrating all year long! Since information is sparse, it is not possible to name any one house in Perry as the oldest. However, in today's episode, Mrs. Ellie Loudermilk, President of the Perry Area Historical Society & Museum , shares a few possibilities. You can learn more about the history of Perry houses at the Perry A...

The mission of the City of Perry Department of Public Works is to provide safe, prompt, reliable service to the residents and businesses of Perry. The Department of Public Works is responsible for providing the following major services to the City and its residents: Proactive and responsive customer service General maintenance of all streets and rights of way Solid Waste pick up and disposal Aesth...

Perry, Georgia, is turning 200 years old in 2024, and we're celebrating all year long! Did you know that the first movie theater opened in Perry in 1912? In this episode, Mrs. Ellie Loudermilk, President of the Perry Area Historical Society & Museum , narrates the fascinating history about movie theaters in Perry. You can learn more about the history of Perry Movie Theaters at the Perry A...

Perry, Georgia, is turning 200 years old in 2024, and we're celebrating all year long! Did you know that in 1888, you could journey from Elko to Macon by train for just $1.45?  In this episode, Mrs. Ellie Loudermilk, President of the Perry Area Historical Society & Museum , narrates the evolution of Perry's modes of transportation throughout history. You can learn more about the mode...

Perry, Georgia, is turning 200 years old in 2024, and we're celebrating all year long! In this episode, Mrs. Ellie Loudermilk, President of the Perry Area Historical Society & Museum , shares the history of Perry's Oldfield District with information provided by Perry City Councilwoman Phyllis Bynum-Grace. You can learn more about the Oldfield District and the information mentioned in...

Perry, Georgia, is turning 200 years old in 2024, and we're celebrating all year long! In this episode, Mrs. Ellie Loudermilk, President of the Perry Area Historical Society & Museum , shares Part II of historical information about the Black community of Perry, Georgia. This episode highlights the Black businesses of Perry, with much of the information provided by Mrs. Ruby Boone Tharpe,...

Perry, Georgia, is turning 200 years old in 2024, and we're celebrating all year long! In this episode, Mrs. Ellie Loudermilk, President of the Perry Area Historical Society & Museum , shares historical information about the Black community of Perry, Georgia. While this episode highlights Black Councilmembers, educators, and past and present City of Perry employees, there are many others...

Perry, Georgia, is turning 200 years old in 2024, and we're celebrating all year long! In this episode, Mrs. Ellie Loudermilk, President of the Perry Area Historical Society & Museum , narrates the story of the Commander of the First Army in the Western European Campaign of World War II, General Courtney Hicks Hodges. Hodges was born in Perry, Georgia, in 1887 and went on to have an outst...

Perry, Georgia is turning 200 years old in 2024 and we're celebrating all year long! In this episode, Mrs. Ellie Loudermilk, President of the Perry Area Historical Society & Museum , narrates the story behind the namesake of Perry, Georgia – war hero Oliver Hazard Perry. Visit www.perryhistoricalmuseum.org   for more about Perry's rich history. For more information about the year-lon...

Perry, Georgia is turning 200 years old in 2024 and Mayor Randall Walker is discussing the significance of the year-long celebration! The celebration will include events, historical tours, community pop up parties, official merchandise, and more! Perry was founded in 1824 and named in honor of Oliver Hazard Perry, a War of 1812 hero. Perry began as an antebellum industry, including gristmills, saw...

This episode is courtesy of The Mark Arum Show and 95.5 WSB Atlanta's News & Talk . Perry Police Department Detective Sergeant Ike Wilcox talks with Mark Arum to discuss the arrest made in an attempted theft of more than $180,000 from an elderly Perry couple. Sergeant Wilcox discusses the details of the case and how to protect yourself and your loved ones from becoming a victim. Learn mor...

Perry Police Department Detective Sergeant Wilcox is back to talk about the importance of not tempting criminals by keeping valuables out of sight in your car and refraining from advertising them in your home. Listen to learn more about staying vigilant and creating a secure environment.  If you like Inside Perry - subscribe and share the podcast with friends and family. The podcast is available o...

Perry Police Department Detective Sergeant Wilcox drops in again to give us some surprising facts about how your mail can get into the hands of a criminal. Ever heard of check washing? It's a real thing. Listen to learn more! "Don't Become A Victim" FREE information session is June 8, 2023 at the James E. Worrall Community Center (1060 Keither Drive). Register at https://perryr...

This episode begins a series of myth-busting rumors and perceptions surrounding Perry. Holly Wharton – City of Perry Economic Development Director – is here to answer one of the most frequently asked questions – Costco and Trader Joe's coming to Perry. Learn more about the City of Perry Economic Development Department at https://perry-ga.gov/economic-development. If you like Inside Perry - su...

In today's digital world, scammers are becoming more sophisticated. It is important to always slow down and be cautious when someone asks for your personal information. In today's episode, Perry Police Department Detective Sergeant Wilcox explains what scams to look for and how to avoid becoming a victim. If you like Inside Perry - subscribe and share the podcast with friends and family....

In today's episode, Chief Building Official Cody Gunn explains how you can get involved with your community by coming together on Earth Day for the annual Perry Trash Dash! This City-wide event is designed to support community engagement and promote clean and vibrant neighborhoods. (1:13) The Trash Dash. What Is It? (1:42) Volunteers, T-Shirts, Donuts, And Coffee (1:57) How To Register (2:14)...

In today's episode, Downtown Manager Alicia Hartley shares all the exciting information on the upcoming Downtown Perry Wine Tasting. You can join hundreds of Perry residents and visitors in the heart of Downtown for an evening of shopping, sipping, and live entertainment during one of Perry's most beloved events. (0:58) An Annual Tradition (1:23) Where Does The Money Go? (2:03) What To E...

In today's episode, Police Chief Alan Everidge discusses the City of Perry's latest Personal Transportation Vehicle requirements and registration process. (1:58) What Is A PTV? (2:32) Where Can I Drive My PTV? (3:04) PTVs and State Routes (4:08) Why Is The City Regulating PTVs? (5:03) Who Can Drive PTVs Legally On City Streets? (5:44) The PTV Checklist (6:53) The Same Rules Apply (7:24)...

In today's episode, Community Planner Holly Wharton sits down to chat about what can and can't be built in Perry by breaking down the City of Perry's Land Management Ordinance. (1:05) What Is Zoning? (1:32) A Guide To Development Within The City of Perry (2:00) Breaking Down Perry's Land Management Ordinance (2:48) The Many Types Of Commercial Zoning (4:14) The P.U.D. (4:52) Wh...

After the COVID-19 pandemic, much of the workforce shifted from working in an office to working from home. In today's episode, Mayor Randall Walker explains how Perry City Council is focusing on ways to support the population that works from home with the necessary infrastructure. (1:03) A Change In The Workforce (2:08) What Does An At-Home Workforce Need From A City? (2:30) Serving Everyone...

In today's episode, Detective Constance Paige talks about some helpful tips to "Avoid the Grinch" this holiday season. (0:33) Get to Know Detective Paige (1:00) Tip #1: Making Travel Plans (1:12) Traveling and Social Media (1:30) Checking In... (1:45) Pressing "Pause" On Deliveries (2:10) Utilizing Automatic Light Timers (3:02) Tip #2: 'Tis The Season For Some Holiday...

In today's episode, Tabitha Clark, Senior Communications Manager, and Amber Garrett, Communications Specialist, talk about how to make local government fun and engaging for Perry's citizens. (0:58) Communication in Perry (1:40) We're Only A Text Away (3:02) 448,000 Hits and Counting (4:22) We're On A Podcast! (5:28) The Perry Preview (6:10) The Non-Digital Side of Communication...