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Perry’s
small town values, historical pride, governmental services,
commerce, tourism, industry, health services, schools, churches,
and recreational opportunities offer a comfortable, yet
energetic way of life with a healthy atmosphere for people
of all ages. Perry truly has it all! The town motto is "Make
Yourself at Home" in Perry.
Schools
The Perry school district serves a student
population of over 1800 students in grades K-12. Perry is
within 45 minutes of Iowa State University, Des Moines Area
Community College, Drake University, and a number of other
universities and colleges located in the Des Moines area.
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Local
employers:
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IBP Corp.
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Wiese Corp.
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Osmundson Mfg.
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Progressive Foundry, Inc.
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MidAmerican Energy
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IES Utilities
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Attractions/local
events:
- Restored Grand
Theater shows top movies on its 3 screens
- Calico Shops/Thymes
Remembered Tea Room
- Hotel Pattee
celebrates sights and sounds of small town life
- Perry's annual
community 4th of July Celebration
- Annual winter
Bike Ride to Rippey (BRR)
- Dallas County
Forest Park Museum
- Various antique
and craft shops
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