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Take a Stand to Prevent Falls | September 23, 2021
Join us for a Falls Prevention Walk on Thursday, September 23, 2021 at 12:00 noon at the Lutheran Church - New Lexington Ohio.
Perry County Commissioners' Office Weekly Meetings
The Perry County Ohio Commissioners are now meeting weekly at our new location: 212 S. Main St. Lower Level - New Lexington, OH. Updated 01/12/2021.
Kat Dodson 15th Annual Benefit | September 25, 2021
The Kat Dodson 15th Annual Benefit will be held on Saturday, September 25, 2021 from Noon until Midnight at the St. Rose Parish Community Center - New Lexington, Ohio. This Annual Benefit is in memory of the late Kathy Dodson. All proceeds will be donated to the Perry County Cancer Alliance.
Women’s cancer screening Crooksville | September 21, 2021
Through its Women’s Health Clinic, the Ohio University Heritage Community Clinic has long provided mobile women’s cancer screening clinics throughout southeastern Ohio as part of its mission to improve women’s health in the region. In collaboration with OhioHealth Mobile Mammography, OU’s Women’s Health Clinic will offer same-day mammography at Shriver’s Pharmacy, 120 S Buckeye Street, Crooksville Ohio on: Thursday, September 21, 2021 9:30 am- 3:00 pm.
HAPCAP’s Summer Crisis Program Accepting Appointments until September 30, 2021
GLOUSTER, OH – Through September 30, Hocking Athens Perry Community Action (HAPCAP) will be scheduling appointments for its 2021 Summer Crisis Program. The Summer Crisis Program will provide eligible households with a one-time benefit to assist with electric utility bills, central air conditioning repairs, and air conditioning unit and/or fan purchases.
Perry County Longbeards Jakes Day | September 18, 2021
The Perry County Ohio Longbeards will be holding their Jakes Day Family Event on Saturday, September 18, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Perry County Gun Club - New Lexington, Ohio.
New Lexington Fall Festival | September 17 and 18, 2021
New Lexington Ohio will be holding their Fall Festival on Friday, September 17, 2021 from 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and Saturday, September 18, 2021 from 12:00 p.m. to Midnight on Main Street - New Lexington, Ohio.
Perry County Bd of Developmental Disabilities is now hiring | September 10, 2021
Perry County Ohio Board of Developmental Disabilities has an opening for an Employment Navigator. Applications will be accepted through 4:00 p.m. on Friday, September 24, 2021.
Coffee with some Commissioners | Tuesday, September 14, 2021
Join us Tuesday, September 14, 2021 for Perry County Ohio’s "Coffee with some Commissioners" from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. at Dodson's on Broadway, New Lexington, Ohio. This month will feature Joyce Barrett Executive Director of Heritage Ohio.
Perry County Park District Board Meeting | September 13, 2021
The Perry County Ohio Park District Board of Park Commissioners announces that the September meeting will be held on Monday, September 13, 2021 from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Thornville Branch - Perry County Public Library, Thornville, Ohio.
Flag Lowering - September 11, 2021
In honor of the lives lost in the terrorist attacks that occurred 20 years ago, on September 11, 2001, Mike DeWine, Governor of the State of Ohio, proclaims that the flags of the United States and the State of Ohio shall be flown at half-staff upon all public buildings and grounds throughout the State of Ohio from sunrise to sunset on Saturday, September 11, 2021.
Perry County OSU Extension SNAP-ED Recipe | August 2021
SNAP-Ed August 2021 Recipe - Pasta Primavera. Load up your garden veggies in this healthy light pasta dish. Using frozen mixed vegetables or frozen stir fry vegetables are a time saver and budget friendly tip for enjoying this recipe in the winter.
Join with Perry County RSVP Walk With Ease Class Starting September 14, 2021
Join with Perry County Ohio RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) Walk With Ease Class starting Tuesday, September 14, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. at the Mount Aloysius Gymnasium - New Lexington, Ohio.
Employers Wanted for Internship/Hiring Event | October 6, 2021
The Area 14 Workforce Development Board is sponsoring an Internship/Hiring Event on Wednesday, October 6, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Hocking College Student Center - Nelsonville, Ohio. If you are an employer and are looking to fill an open position, please register ASAP. Employer check-in is from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. the day of the event.
Perry County Free Legal Clinic | September 7, 2021
The Perry County Ohio Free Legal Clinic offers FREE legal advice to income eligible individuals who cannot afford private counsel. Attorneys can only give legal advice, they cannot represent you in court. Those unvaccinated must wear masks.
Flag Lowering - August 31, 2021
In honoring the lives lost to overdose and in order to recognize and raise awareness for Ohio Overdose Awareness Day, Mike DeWine, Governor of the State of Ohio, proclaims that the flags of the United States and the State of Ohio shall be flown at half-staff upon all public buildings and grounds throughout the State of Ohio from sunrise until sunset on Tuesday, August 31, 2021.
Free Medical Clinic in Shawnee Ohio | September 1, 2021 and November 3, 2021
Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine Community Health Programs is offering a Free Medical Clinic ** Do you need medical care but can't afford it? September 1, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and November 3, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Tecumseh Theater - Shawnee, Ohio.
Southeast Ohio Foodbank Seeking Volunteers for Campaign to End Hunger | August 27, 2021
LOGAN, OH – September is Hunger Action Month and the Southeast Ohio Foodbank, a program of Hocking Athens Perry Community Action, is seeking volunteers to use their voice in online fundraising efforts. Hunger Action month is an annual campaign dedicated to driving awareness and inspiring action to help end hunger in America, both at a national scale and on the ground in local communities.
Fueling The Need, We Can Help You Get To Your Job! | August 25, 2021
Beginning August 25th, 2021, if you are working 25+ hours a week you may be eligible* for gas vouchers from Perry County Ohio Job and Family Services.
Flag Lowering - August 26, 2021
In honoring the lives of the U.S. service members and other victims killed in the terrorist attack in Kabul, Afghanistan, Mike DeWine, Governor of the State of Ohio, proclaims that the flags of the United States and the State of Ohio shall be flown at half-staff upon all public buildings and grounds throughout the State of Ohio until sunset on Monday, August 30, 2021.
Cruise-In-For-A-Cause | August 28, 2021
Auto Obsession is holding their 2nd annual Car Show/Cruise-In-For-A-Cause on Saturday, August 28, 2021 from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Auto Obsession - New Lexington, Ohio. Proceeds to benefit the Perry County Ohio Cancer Alliance.
Please Support Perry County Ohio Governor's Imagination Library | August 23, 2021
The Governor’s Imagination Library, in partnership with the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, along with local sponsorship from the Ludowici Foundation, United Way, the Perry County Community Foundation, and local donors like you can keep this program available for all children (birth to age 5) in Perry County, Ohio.
Perry County OSU Extension and Soil and Water Conservation District Open House | August 27, 2021
The Perry County OSU Extension and the Soil and Water Conservation District are holding an open house on Friday, August 27, 2021 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at their new location - 212 S Main St - Lower Level, New Lexington, Ohio.
Never Alone Ohio Community Walk and Fundraiser | August 29, 2021
Never Alone Ohio is holding a Community Walk and Fundraiser on Sunday, August 29, 2021 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. starting at Jim Rockwell Stadium - New Lexington, Ohio.
HAPCAP Still Accepting Appointments for Summer Crisis Program | August 17, 2021
GLOUSTER, OH - Hocking Athens Perry Community Action (HAPCAP) is still scheduling appointments for its 2021 Summer Crisis Program. The Summer Crisis Program will provide eligible households with a one-time benefit to assist with electric utility bills, central air conditioning repairs, and air conditioning unit and/or fan purchases.
Governor's Office COVID-19 Update | August 17, 2021
Below are updates from Governor DeWine’s August 17, 2021 press conference.
Destination Shawnee Canoe & Kayak Try It Day | August 22, 2021
Join Destination Shawnee, Perry County Mobility Management, Perry County Soil and Water Conservation District, and Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalists for a Canoe & Kayak Try It Day on Sunday, August 22, 2021 from 12:00 noon to 3:00 p.m. at Tecumseh Lake - Shawnee, Ohio.
