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County attorney in line for 1st raise in 32 years
Conrad Bishop has served as county attorney for the Taylor County Commission for 32 straight years, and his retainer and hourly rate have remained unchanged since he was first hired…
Father-daughter crash
A father and his daughter traveling together in separate vehicles were involved in a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Hwy. 19 and Ash Street on Monday.…
City considers getting out of rental business
The City of Perry is reviewing a list of city-owned rental properties and discussing whether or not to continue leasing them to businesses or individuals.…
To infinity and beyond
Motorists caught a glimpse what appeared to be SpaceX Falcon rocket components being transported south on Hwy. 19 this week in front of Huddle House.…
Jerkins splash pad to remain closed for months
The Jerkins Park splash pad will be closed for several months, as the City of Perry works to repair the restrooms at the facility located on Warner Street.…
City considering shade covering for Jerkins Park playground equipment
At the request of Mayor Shirlie Hampton, city staff is pursuing several options to provide a shade covering over playground equipment at Jerkins Park on Warner Avenue.…
Ketring wants council to review Comcast contract
Citing concerns with a lack of customer service, City Councilman Ward Ketring has asked that the City of Perry review its franchise agreement with local cable and internet provider Comcast…
Co. budget up $7.9 million
Once again buoyed by the county’s rising property values, the Taylor County Commission began its budget discussions for the 2023-24 fiscal year with significant surpluses in its two main funds…
Property values hit a new record high
Propelled by a local real estate market boom, as well as continued business investment, Taylor County’s property values are poised to set a new record in 2023, with a total…
East Ellison Road residents stranded by rising water
In less than 48 hours, residents along a portion of East Ellison Road went from mowing their yards to needing a four-wheel drive or a boat to access their homes…
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