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Hello again Perry! We're bringing you the latest town highlights. Don't miss out, keep going! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Will your Perry student be moved under Houston County's rezoning plan?
  • What Perry students can gain at October's Central Georgia Skills Challenge.
  • How Perry's offense shined despite a tough loss Friday night

Also on today's calendar: Perry Panthers vs Jones County Greyhounds and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: When geese fly, one side is longer than the other. do you know why that is ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and warm, with a high of 91 and low of 63 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Partly sunny and very warm, temps: high: 93, low: 67.
  • Saturday: An afternoon thunderstorm, with a high of 90 and low of 70 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Houston County Board of Education propose attendance rezoning for certain elementary and middle schools (hhjonline.com) — Families in Perry could see significant school changes as Houston County proposes new attendance zones to prepare for Veterans Middle School's 2027–28 opening, shifting hundreds of middle and elementary students. Perry Middle would send many students to Veterans and some to Mossy Creek, though families can seek grandfathering so children finish their current school's grade band.
   

2. 2026 AGC Georgia Skills Challenge Series returns to Rome in October (wrganews.com) — Perry will host the Central Georgia Skills Challenge on October 29, bringing high school construction students and industry professionals together for hands-on competitions in trades like carpentry, welding, and electrical. The statewide AGC Georgia series highlights lucrative skilled careers, draws educators and lawmakers, and offers local students a chance to impress employers and qualify for larger SkillsUSA contests.
   

3. Treutlen, Bleckley win big to stay perfect, and more of the area's week 4 football results (courierheraldtoday.com) — Perry High's Panthers put up big offensive numbers in a high-scoring shootout, with quarterback Jhamard Cobb throwing for 280 yards and three touchdowns despite two interceptions. Receiver J.D. Garman added a long kick-return score, but Northeast's explosive offense ultimately outpaced Perry in Friday's game at Macon's Thompson Stadium, part of a busy week of Heart of Georgia football action.
   

4. Turn Fish Research Into Art With The 2027 Fish Art Contest (gpb.org) — Perry's Go Fish Education Center will receive mailed entries and display top Georgia student artwork for the 2027 Fish Art Contest, giving local families a direct way to participate. Georgia K–12 students can research a fish species, create hand-drawn art, and, for older grades, submit short writing by February 28, 2027, with several special awards available.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I'm hoping to reach a few people who could use some help getting their vehicle back in shape.
    I work for myself offering mobile auto detailing, and I have some openings coming up. I can take care of the vehicle at your home, office, or another… (Nextdoor Perry)
  • McDonald's posted a job opening for Crew Members Needed - Do you want a free Diploma or Degree? in Perry. Apply here.
  • O'Reilly Automotive posted a job opening for Parts Specialist in Perry. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Perry here.

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: because there are more geese on that side (Thank you jo L. for sending it in!)
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