Perry Daily Brief: Civic Signups, Weather Prep, and Events Ahead

Today in Perry

It’s a relatively quiet Saturday on the breaking-news front, but Perry still has several active updates that matter for residents and local businesses.

Perry University: Application window closing soon

The City’s Perry University civic education program is gearing up for its 2026 class. The course gives residents and business owners a behind-the-scenes look at how local government works, with evening sessions on topics like public safety, economic development, and quality-of-life services. Applications for the Class of 2026 are open through February 12, and class size is capped, so anyone interested is encouraged to apply soon.

Winter weather prep guidance still in effect

City officials recently shared detailed guidance on preparing for possible icy conditions, after forecasts highlighted the risk of freezing rain in Central Georgia. Even as temperatures fluctuate, the advice remains useful: refresh emergency supplies, check smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, protect outdoor pipes and faucets, and limit travel if roads become slick. The city also continues to steer residents toward official channels for real-time updates.

Perry Alerts and Houston County coordination

The new Perry Alerts system is now the primary way the city shares urgent notifications about weather, public safety, and traffic. The platform ties directly into the county’s emergency management tools, so messages from the city line up with countywide alerts. Residents who previously relied on Perry Points are being reminded to create a new Perry Alerts profile and to add multiple contact methods to stay informed.

Looking ahead: Startup Summit and event season

Later this month, entrepreneurs will gather at the Perry Events Center for the Perry Startup Summit, a free conference designed to help people launch or grow small businesses. The broader 2026 event calendar is also taking shape, with downtown festivals, concerts, and family-friendly gatherings planned from late winter through the fall. Today is a good day to mark dates like the Bourbon Street Bash on February 13 and the Perry International Festival on March 7, both of which are expected to draw strong local crowds.

Sources

• https://www.perry-ga.gov/news/city-of-perry-announces-applications-open-for-perry-university-class-of-2026
• https://www.perry-ga.gov/perry-university
• https://www.perry-ga.gov/news/city-of-perry-encourages-preparedness-ahead-of-potential-icy-conditions
• https://www.perry-ga.gov/news/city-of-perry-launches-perry-alerts-upgrading-emergency-and-community-notifications
• https://www.perry-ga.gov/news/turning-ideas-into-action-city-of-perry-hosts-free-startup-summit
• https://www.visitperry.com/post/what-s-coming-up-in-perry-in-2026
• https://www.houstoncountyga.gov/residents/tax-assessor.cms