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About Perry, IN

Population
Approximately 19,200 residents
County Seat
Tell City, Indiana
Coverage Area
383 square miles in southern Indiana

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New Hoosier Heights subdivision opens 33-lot Phase 1 near Tell City

New Hoosier Heights subdivision opens 33-lot Phase 1 near Tell City

Hoosier Heights has opened reservations for about 33 lots in Phase 1, offering turnkey homes and financing options that ...

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Community

Tell City memorial remembers 1960 Flight 710 crash and legacy

Tell City memorial remembers 1960 Flight 710 crash and legacy

A 1960 plane crash near Tell City killed 63 people and remains central to local memory. The memorial anchors Perry Count...

Sarah Chen2m read
Community

Tell City job fair connects Perry County residents with employers

Tell City job fair connects Perry County residents with employers

Job fair in Tell City Jan. 15 connects residents with local employers. Open to the public; opportunities can improve acc...

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Community

Cannelton library hosts Little Cookbook Club to share recipes and community

Cannelton library hosts Little Cookbook Club to share recipes and community

The Perry County Public Library's Cannelton branch is hosting Little Cookbook Club today at 11:30 a.m., where neighbors ...

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Community

Tell City library hosts paid mitten craft class with limited seats

Tell City library hosts paid mitten craft class with limited seats

Tell City branch will host a Warm Winter Mitten Craft class Jan. 17; $25 fee and 15 seats mean early sign-up is importan...

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Education

PAC finds Perry Township board violated open meetings law

PAC finds Perry Township board violated open meetings law

The Indiana Public Access Counselor ruled the board violated the Open Door Law by posting no-recording signs; the decisi...

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Community

Winter Outdoor Options in Perry County: Trails, Riverfronts, and Views

Winter Outdoor Options in Perry County: Trails, Riverfronts, and Views

Perry County’s mix of Hoosier National Forest and Ohio River frontage provides a variety of winter outdoor opportunities...

Marcus Williams2m read
Business

Cannelton Locks and Dam Remains Crucial for Perry County River Economy

Cannelton Locks and Dam Remains Crucial for Perry County River Economy

The Cannelton Locks and Dam, located near Cannelton in Perry County, Indiana, is a federally operated navigation complex...

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Government

Tell City man arrested after alleged domestic battery and strangulation

Tell City man arrested after alleged domestic battery and strangulation

A Tell City man was arrested after police say he assaulted his ex-wife; he faces felony charges that affect local safety...

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Community

Perry County foundation awards $110K to nonprofits, $63K in scholarships

Perry County foundation awards $110K to nonprofits, $63K in scholarships

Perry County Community Foundation awarded more than $110,000 to local nonprofits and over $63,000 in scholarships, suppo...

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Community

Expanded Lincoln Amphitheatre boosts Perry County tourism and arts

Expanded Lincoln Amphitheatre boosts Perry County tourism and arts

Lincoln Amphitheatre finished a major expansion increasing seats and amenities, boosting regional tourism and business f...

Marcus Williams2m read
Community

Christ of the Ohio Statue Remains Troy's Riverfront Landmark

Christ of the Ohio Statue Remains Troy's Riverfront Landmark

Christ of the Ohio, an 11-foot white cement statue installed on Fulton Hill in the mid-1950s, continues to serve as a vi...

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Business

Waupaca Foundry in Tell City Anchors Perry County Manufacturing Economy

Waupaca Foundry in Tell City Anchors Perry County Manufacturing Economy

Waupaca Foundry operates a major iron foundry in Tell City and stands as one of North America's largest independent iron...

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Government

Perry County Circuit Court Clerk Publishes Office, Voting, Records Details

Perry County Circuit Court Clerk Publishes Office, Voting, Records Details

The Perry County Circuit Court Clerk’s office has compiled and published comprehensive details on services, voting locat...

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Government

Tell City Police Investigate Spike in Tool and Converter Thefts

Tell City Police Investigate Spike in Tool and Converter Thefts

Tell City police began investigating a series of thefts involving tools and catalytic converters after posting a suspect...

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Education

Tell City girls basketball wins 55-46 over South Spencer

Tell City girls basketball wins 55-46 over South Spencer

Tell City beat South Spencer 55-46 in a Jan. 3 game; a Jan. 7 recap highlighted a balanced effort and Reese Ford's key c...

Marcus Williams2m read
Government

Perry County Commissioners Reorganize and Approve Key Procurement Actions

Perry County Commissioners Reorganize and Approve Key Procurement Actions

At their Jan. 6 organizational meeting, the Perry County Board of Commissioners elected Randy Cole as commission preside...

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Community

Cannelton Library Hosts Casual Book Club to Boost Adult Engagement

Cannelton Library Hosts Casual Book Club to Boost Adult Engagement

The Perry County Public Library held a Snacks & Chat Book Club at its Cannelton branch on Thursday, Jan. 8, offering adu...

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Healthcare

State Lists Perry County Memorial Hospital Details in Directory

State Lists Perry County Memorial Hospital Details in Directory

On January 6 the Indiana Department of Health posted an updated facility listing for Perry County Memorial Hospital, con...

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Community

Hoosier National Forest Drives Recreation and Economy in Perry County

Hoosier National Forest Drives Recreation and Economy in Perry County

Hoosier National Forest supplies Perry County with extensive recreation opportunities, from scenic drives along State Ro...

Marcus Williams2m read
Community

Dixon’s Auction hosts live estate sale featuring Uhl pottery

Dixon’s Auction hosts live estate sale featuring Uhl pottery

Dixon's Auction held a one-day estate auction Jan. 10 in Tell City, dispersing antiques, ham radio gear and Lionel train...

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Healthcare

Red Cross Urges Perry County Donors to Prevent Winter Blood Shortage

Red Cross Urges Perry County Donors to Prevent Winter Blood Shortage

On January 5 the American Red Cross called for donors to make appointments to give blood or platelets as the region face...

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Community

Perry County 4-H Fairgrounds Remain Vital Hub for Agriculture and Community Events

Perry County 4-H Fairgrounds Remain Vital Hub for Agriculture and Community Events

The Perry County 4-H Fairgrounds on Roy Fenn Drive in Tell City serve as the county’s primary venue for agricultural you...

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Community

Local Museums Preserve Perry County Riverfront and Industrial Heritage

Local Museums Preserve Perry County Riverfront and Industrial Heritage

Two community institutions in Perry County maintain and interpret the county’s historical record: the Tell City Historic...

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Community

Perry County Library Launches Winter Programs Across Two Branches

Perry County Library Launches Winter Programs Across Two Branches

Perry County Public Library is rolling out a slate of winter programs at its Tell City and Cannelton branches, offering ...

Marcus Williams2m read
Community

Cannelton Cotton Mill Landmark Anchors Perry County Heritage, Economic Potential

Cannelton Cotton Mill Landmark Anchors Perry County Heritage, Economic Potential

The restored Indiana Cotton Mill in Cannelton, a sandstone structure built from 1849 to 1851, stands as a National Histo...

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Government

Perry County Public Library Board Met January 7; Schedule Posted Online

Perry County Public Library Board Met January 7; Schedule Posted Online

The Perry County Public Library board met on January 7 from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM, a meeting listed on the library’s online...

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Business

44.4-Acre Tell City Property Listed for $780,000 Near Hoosier Forest

44.4-Acre Tell City Property Listed for $780,000 Near Hoosier Forest

A 44.4-acre tract at 7748 Zion Rd in the Tell City area was listed for sale on Jan. 7, 2026, offering a 3-bedroom, 2-bat...

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Community

Perry County Library Branches Expand Services, Strengthen Community Access

Perry County Library Branches Expand Services, Strengthen Community Access

Perry County Public Library branches in Tell City and Cannelton continue to serve as year round community hubs, offering...

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