Skip to main content

Nearby Communities

State Edition

National Edition

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Perry

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

🌱 How much could Perry water and sewer bills rise over five years?

Perry, Michigan Patch AM: a 4 min read

What's up Perry! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How much could Perry water and sewer bills rise over five years?
  • How did Perry’s golfers and soccer team fare in conference action?

Also on today's calendar: Captain While You Can Tailgate Tour and 2 more events.

Today's riddle: What has a cap but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

From our Partner
Today's Perry Patch AM is brought to you in part by T-Mobile - America's Best Mobile Network, according to Ookla Speedtest. Based on analysis by Ookla® of Speedtest Intelligence® data 1H 2026. We thank T-Mobile for their support in helping to keep communities like ours connected and for making today's Perry Patch AM possible.
Find a T-Mobile store near Perry. Advertisement

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Partly sunny, with a high of 63 and low of 46 degrees.
  • Sunday: Partly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 70, low: 42.
  • Monday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 62 and low of 37 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Proposed water, sewer rate increases draw concern from Perry... (argus-press.com) — Perry residents are weighing a proposed 15% yearly increase to city water and sewer rates for at least five years, with a council vote expected Nov. 5. City leaders say the money is needed for aging infrastructure and possibly a second water tower, while several residents and council members worry about the impact on fixed-income households and the struggling local economy.
   

• Prep roundup 10-3-2026 (argus-press.com) — Perry athletes were busy this week, with the girls golf team finishing sixth at the CMAC tournament in East Lansing and the boys soccer team falling 5–2 at Laingsburg. Local rivals, conference standings, and upcoming regional tournaments all factor into how Perry’s fall sports seasons are shaping up. Fans can track how Ramblers respond in next week’s regional play.
   

📸 Around Perry

Show off your photography skills and the sights around town! Click here to submit your Photo of the Day to Patch AM!

🗓 Upcoming Events in Perry

Add your event to our calendar and newsletter!

★ Featured events ★

Want to see your event featured? Click here!

Other local events

📣 Perry Shout Outs!

Want to say something great about someone in town? Click here to submit your Shout Out to Patch AM! It's free!

🗓 Events Nearby

Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.

Want to see your business here? Click here to connect with local customers.

💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • J&H Stores posted a job opening for Store Clerk I in Laingsburg. Apply here.
  • Driveline posted a job opening for Flex Merchandiser in Bancroft. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Perry here.

🗞 Nearby News

Laingsburg

  • October 4, 2026 (meridianweekly.com)
  • MSU researchers study virus process that could lead to longer-lasting vaccines (wilx.com)
  • Victims in Lansing-area jet crash were Mexican nationals. Where crash investigation stands (bnd.com)

Owosso

  • Michigan awards rehabilitation funds to Owosso performing arts center (wlns.com)
  • Owosso trucking firm accused of ignoring sexual harassment complaints (mlive.com)
  • Are you prepared to handle a personal financial crisis? (argus-press.com)

Ok Perry! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What has a cap but no head?" — A bottle (Thank you Glo M. for sending it in!)
Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!

👉 Help make Patch AM better

We use a combination of real people and machines to tell you what’s happening around town. Learn more about Patch AM.

Share to NextDoor     Share to Facebook

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Perry

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Perry

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.