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MoonPie Royalty
(Photo, above left) Breleigh Ellis was crowned the 2023 MoonPie Princess (ages 5-6) during ceremonies held Thursday, March 22, at Forest Capital Hall. Shown are: (left to right) De’Naysia White,…
City puts Super-Pufft ‘on notice’ of utility cut-offs for late payments
The city council has put Super-Pufft Snacks “on notice” that it will begin enforcing provisions in its utility service agreement, potentially cutting off water and gas service to the city’s…
Felon is captured after brief standoff
A convicted felon from Pennsylvania wanted on weapons charges was arrested in Taylor County Thursday morning after a brief standoff with law enforcement.…
Hodges Park playground equip. removed due to safety concerns
Due to potential structural issues identified during a recent safety inspection, county work crews removed the playground equipment at Hodges Park on Thursday, March 23.…
Brynes presents 36-item to-do list
At the city’s most recent meeting, Councilman Bill Brynes presented City Manager John Hart with a list of 36 items to address, ranging from requests for additional financial information and…
Super-Pufft to begin paying city for underbilled gas
In addition to owing more than $500,000 for utility services dating back three months or more, Super-Pufft is soon expected to begin monthly payments on a three-year, nearly $1 million…
Landry wants trees trimmed, benches moved
Perry City Councilwoman Diane Landry has requested that city staff trim trees and move benches located throughout the downtown area.…
PPD K9 takes a bite out of crime
A police chase spanning 12 blocks ended with the suspect crashing his vehicle and fleeing on foot before being apprehended by K9 Kolt and his handler, Perry Police Department (PPD)…
Brynes: City utilities rate hikes ‘illegal’
City Councilman Bill Brynes has questioned the legality of utility rate increases adopted by the City of Perry dating back more than 15 years, alleging the council has violated the…
City council to discuss water, sewer & gas
The city council is scheduled to discuss water, sewer and gas utility issues and procedures at its upcoming March 28 meeting, as part of a continuing comprehensive review of miscellaneous…
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