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Flag Lowering | May 15, 2022
In honoring Peace Officer Memorial Day and Police Week, 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 Sunday, May 15, 2022.

The .22 Caliber Killers Case | Thursday, May 26, 2022
Destination Shawnee is pleased to host Judge Luann Cooperrider on Thursday, May 26th, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. as she opens the files of the infamous .22-Caliber Killers case at the Tecumseh Theater - Shawnee, Ohio. Proceeds to benefit Destination Shawnee.

Shawnee Second Saturday | Saturday, May 14, 2022
Shawnee Second Saturday is Saturday, May 14, 2022 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Main Street - Shawnee, Ohio.

Ohio State University Extension Food Preservation Webinar Series | 2022
Ohio State University Extension is hosting a Food Preservation Webinar Series on Tuesdays 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. May 3 through September 20, 2022. See flyer for specific produce and dates. Registration is required to participate in this free webinar series.

Free Food for Seniors at the Southeast Ohio Foodbank | May 12, 2022
LOGAN, OH – Are you, or do you know, a senior who could benefit from a monthly food box? The Southeast Ohio Foodbank, a program of Hocking Athens Perry Community Action (HAPCAP), is currently accepting applications for the Commodity Supplemental Food Program.

Flag Lowering | May 12, 2022
In remembrance of the more than one million American lives lost to COVID-19, 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, May 16, 2022.

Perry County Commissioners' Office Weekly Meetings
The Perry County Ohio Commissioners meet weekly at our location: 212 S. Main St. Lower Level - New Lexington, OH.

Ride With Your Heroes Poker Run | Saturday, May 21, 2022
A group of Perry County Ohio First Responders is holding a Ride With Your Heroes Poker Run on Saturday, May 21, 2022 starting at 9:00 a.m. at Tecumseh Trails - Hemlock, Ohio. Proceeds to benefit the Perry County Cancer Alliance.

Shawnee's First Friday Farmers Market | 2022
Shawnee's First Friday Farmers Market are held every first Friday May 6 through October 7, 2022 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. next to the train caboose off of 2nd Street and OH-155 - Shawnee, Ohio.

Perry County Free Legal Clinic | May 3, 2022
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. The clinics are held the first Tuesday of each month (none in January). Sign in at 3:30 --- attorneys start at 4:00 and stay until all clients are served. The clinics are held at the Perry County Ohio Courthouse (Lower Level) - New Lexington, Ohio.

Fido Fest | Saturday, May 14, 2022
The Perry County Ohio Dog Shelter is hosting Fido Fest Fundraiser on Saturday, May 14, 2022 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Perry County Fairgrounds - New Lexington, Ohio. Proceeds to benefit the Fur Kids of Perry County.

Annual Hemlock Cruise In & Festival | Saturday, July 30, 2022
The Village of Hemlock, Ohio is holding their Annual Cruise In & Festival on Saturday, July 30, 2022 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Main Street - Hemlock, Ohio. Vendor spots are available.

Perry County Soil and Water Conservation District Invites You to the Spring Bird Hike | Saturday, April 30, 2022
Perry County Ohio Soil and Water Conservation District Invites you to the Spring Bird Hike on Saturday, April 30, 2022 starting 8:00 a.m. at the Glenford Fort Preserve.

Central State University Extension Diabetes Empowerment Education Program | Thursdays May 5, 2022 - June 23, 2022
Central State University Extension is presenting the Diabetes Empowerment Education Program on Thursdays from May 5, 2022 - June 23, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Mt. Perry Presbyterian Church - Mt. Perry, Ohio. Registration is required for this free class.

April and May are Perry County Clean-up Months!!
Perry County Waste Reduction and Recycling: April and May are Perry County Ohio Clean-up Months!!

Perry County Health Department Women’s Cancer Screening Clinics | 2022
The James Cancer Center Mobile Mammography Unit is coming to Perry County Ohio in 2022 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Perry County Health Department - New Lexington, Ohio. The clinics are scheduled for March 21, April 19, July 11, August 9, October 6, and November 21.

Perry County Bd. of Developmental Disabilities Walking Wednesdays Continue Spring and Summer 2022
Join Perry County Bd. of Developmental Disabilities Walking Wednesdays Spring and Summer 2022. Walks start 12:00 p.m. at PCBDD - New Lexington, Ohio.

Perry County Community Club Easter Egg Hunt | Saturday, April 16, 2022
The Perry County Ohio Community Club is hosting their annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 16, 2022 starting 11:00 a.m. at Jim Rockwell Stadium - New Lexington, Ohio.

2021 Drinking Water Consumer Confidence Report now available for Northern Perry County Water Thornville (#1) and Burr Oak (#2)
The Northern Perry County Water #1 and #2 water systems has prepared the following reports to provide information to you, the consumer on the quality of our drinking water. This report is required as part of the Safe Drinking Water Act Re-authorization of 1996. Included within this report are general health information, water quality test results, and water system contacts.

Ohio DNR and Ohio EPA Restrict Open Burns in March, April, May, October, and November
Ohio Department of Natural Resources and Ohio Environmental Protection Agency Restrict Open Burns in March, April, May, October, and November between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Perry County Bd. of Developmental Disabilities Now Hiring | March 30, 2022
Perry County Ohio Bd. of Developmental Disabilities is now hiring Service and Supports Administrators.

Perry County Retired Teacher Scholarships | 2022
Perry County Ohio Retired Teacher Scholarships are available. Application deadline is Wednesday, June 1, 2022.

HAPCAP Water Bill Assistance Program to Continue Until September 30, 2022 | March 10, 2022
GLOUSTER –Hocking Athens Perry Community Action (HAPCAP) will continue to provide low-income eligible residents of Hocking, Athens and Perry Counties with water and wastewater bill payment assistance. The program began December 13, 2021 and will run until September 30th, 2022.

Perry County Ohio First Half Real Estate Taxes Are Due March 11, 2022 *** 2/8 UPDATE - Now due March 18, 2022 ***
Perry County Ohio First Half 2021 Real Estate Taxes Are Due Friday, March 11, 2022. First Half 2022 Manufactured Home Taxes are also due Friday, March 11, 2022. *** February 8, 2022 UPDATE - DUE DATE IS NOW FRIDAY, MARCH 18, 2022 ***

Red Cross testing blood donations for COVID-19 antibodies | March 10, 2022
Central & Southern Ohio Region (March 10, 2022) — For a limited time, the American Red Cross has resumed testing all blood, platelet and plasma donations for COVID-19 antibodies. Plasma from routine donations that have high levels of COVID-19 antibodies may be used as convalescent plasma to help meet the needs of COVID-19 patients with weakened immune systems.