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Red Cross and actor James Van Der Beek urge Americans to give blood and make it a summer full of life | May 10, 2021
May 10, 2021 — The American Red Cross along with actor James Van Der Beek and his wife, Kimberly, have joined together to urge all who are healthy to make this a summer full of life for patients by scheduling an appointment to give blood or platelets. As the nation transitions to a new, hopeful phase of this devastating pandemic and people begin to return to some of their favorite activities, the Red Cross is concerned about the impact this could have on blood donor turnout and the blood supply this summer. The need for lifesaving blood transfusions never takes a break. It’s critical to have blood ready to go when every second counts.
Summer Fun Cruise at PerCo | May 11, 2021
Summer Fun Cruise - Every Tuesday from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. through September 28, 2021 at PerCo Inc. - New Lexington, Ohio.
American Red Cross East Central Ohio Chapter Pays tribute to Frontline Heroes during online ceremony | May 7, 2021
NEWARK, OH- MAY 6, 2021 — The East Central Ohio Chapter of the American Red Cross, along with our presenting sponsors, L Brands Foundation, Licking Memorial Hospital, OhioHealth, and Park National Bank will honor essential workers who rose to the challenge during this pandemic to keep our community safe and healthy through an online celebration. The virtual event, honoring frontline workers in the counties served by our East Central Ohio Chapter, starts at 7 p.m. on Friday, May 7 and will be hosted by WCOL’s Joe Boxer.
PCBDD Invites You to a Ribbon Cutting | May 14, 2021
The Perry County Ohio Board of Developmental Disabilities invites you to the ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, May 14, 2021 at 11:30 a.m. at the new Sarah A. Winters Building - New Lexington, Ohio.
Area 14 and Hocking College Job Fair | May 18, 2021
Area 14 Workforce Development Board and Hocking College are holding a Job Fair on Tuesday, May 18, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Hocking College - Nelsonville, Ohio.
Perry County Chamber of Commerce 29th Annual Golf Shootout | May 22, 2021
It’s time to play golf in Perry County Ohio again! (Despite the COVID-19 virus!!) You are invited to join the Perry County Chamber of Commerce at the White Tail Ridge Golf Course in Thornville, Ohio for our 28th Annual Shootout Golf Outing on Saturday, May 22, 2021. Entry deadline is Friday, May 14, 2021.
U.S. SBA New Restaurant Revitalization Fund Applications Will Open May 3, 2021
The U.S. Small Business Administration's New Restaurant Revitalization Fund Applications will open May 3, 2021 at 12:00 p.m. EST!
Southeast Ohio Foodbank to host drive-through distributions at Logan location | May 2021
LOGAN, OH - The Southeast Ohio Foodbank, a program of Hocking Athens Perry Community Action, will be hosting drive-through food distributions at 1005 CIC Drive in Logan.
Rides for Community Immunity
Get your COVID vaccination shot appointment. Call the Region 8 Mobility Solution Center at 1-833-968-4646 to arrange a ride in your Ohio County: Athens, Hocking, Meigs, Monroe, Morgan, Noble, Perry, and Washington.
Does COVID-19 vaccination impact blood donation eligibility? | April 22, 2021
April 22, 2021 — This spring as COVID-19 vaccines become more available and people resume some of their favorite activities, the American Red Cross is reminding the public that the need for blood remains. Healthy individuals are encouraged to make a blood donation appointment now. But what about those who’ve received a COVID-19 vaccine – can they donate? As long as donors are symptom-free, feeling well and can provide the vaccine manufacturer’s name, there’s no waiting period required after receiving a COVID-19 vaccine currently authorized in the U.S.
Fairview Assisted Living Newsletter | February, March, April 2021
Fairview Assisted Living celebrating Valentine's Day! Loving Perry County Transit! Enjoying St. Patrick's Day! FFA working on the new FAL gazebo. Having a fun day of coloring and hunting eggs filled with lots of great prizes!
Perry County District Library News | April 2021
Perry County Ohio District Library News | April 2021: Drop in to Perry County District Library…no appointment necessary! COVID-19 Home Test Kits Now Available at the Perry County District Library. Robust WiFi in Open-Air Green Spaces at Your Library!
APRIL 2021 Eco-tip... tips to help the Earth! Litter Clean up time!
April and May are Perry County Ohio CLEAN-UP Months!! Do your part, PLEASE participate! GREAT Community Service Project! Spring Clean-up months motivate us to keep Perry County CLEAN & GREEN all year long!
COVID-19 Vaccines at Your Perry County Place of Business | April, 2021
Perry County Ohio businesses: Do your employees want the COVID-19 vaccine? The Perry County Ohio Health Department can come to you!
COVID-19 Vaccines Available to Anyone 16+
If you, or someone you know, have not yet received a COVID-19 vaccine and would like to, please sign up with the Perry County Ohio Health Department - New Lexington, Ohio.
United Way of Muskingum, Perry, and Morgan Counties Newsletter | Spring 2021
Your local United Way is working hard to fight for the Health, Education, and Financial Stability of everybody in all of our communities. Check out our latest newsletter to learn how! As always, feel free to visit our website to learn more about us!
Perry County Municipal Court "Rocks Their Socks!" on March 19, 2021
The folks at Perry County Municipal Court are Rocking Their Socks on Friday, March 19, 2021. Hold on to your socks!!!!!
Inside Mount Aloysius | March 2021
Inside Mount Aloysius | March 2021 - Remembering Three Long Time Residents - In January, the staff and residents of Mount Aloysius were saddened by the passing of three long time residents.
The Perry County Dog Shelter is Now Gratefully Accepting On-Line Donations
The Perry County Ohio Dog Shelter is mostly self-funded via dog license/tag fees. To properly care for the dogs (can we say Fur Kids?) in our care there are costs that often exceed our funding.
Looking for In-Home Child Care in Perry County?
Do you work evenings, nights, and/or weekends? Do you have a child with special needs?
Become an In-Home Aide in Perry County!
Become an In-Home Aide in Perry County Ohio! Provide child care in the home of the family. Full-time or part-time.
Perry County COVID-19 Vaccination | March 15, 2021
Monday, March 15, 2021, I received my first COVID-19 vaccine. A Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine. This was a totally no-fuss process. Mark - Perry County Ohio IT.
ODOT Region 8 Mobility Solution Center Opening in Perry County
Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Region 8 Mobility Management announces a new coordinated approach to streamlining mobility solutions. March 12, 2021 - The Region 8 Mobility Solution Center (R8MSC) is located in Perry County and will serve the residents of Athens, Hocking, Meigs, Monroe, Morgan, Noble, Perry, and Washington Counties. The R8MSC will begin fielding calls on March 17, 2021 with a soft opening and a grand opening TBA in Spring 2021.
Perry County Health Department 2020 Annual Report
Perry County Ohio Health Department 2020 Annual Report. Includes The Road to Accreditation, 2017 - 2022 Strategic Plan Update, Community Health Assessment & Community Health Improvement Plan Updates, and more.
HEART TO HOME FEATURED ON NEW CAUSE CONNECTOR GIVING WEBSITE
Cause Connector helps donors support philanthropic projects like Heart to Home (H2H) while supporting FAO's I am a Child of Appalachia fund. Heart to Home, a program of SPICE in New Straitsville, OH, promotes and serves local artisans through marketing their art on the H2H website. SPICE provides all business related tasks so that all the artists have to do is express their creativity through their abundance of talents.
From the JFS Director's Desk "A Year of Dedication"
How should we mark a year of a pandemic that has turned life upside down across our county and across the world?
Perry County Municipal Court Community Service Program | 2020 Photos
The Perry County Municipal Court Community Service Program offers a way for people convicted of a misdemeanor to make reparations to the community. The Community Service Program works with County, Township, Village, and non-profit organizations within Perry County. People convicted of a misdemeanor may be fined, required to do Community Service, or a combination of both. Required Community Service hours typically range from 20 to 80 hours per conviction.
MARCH 2021 Eco-tip... tips to help the Earth!
Don’t throw batteries away! Keep batteries out of landfills! They contain useful & harmful materials! Recycle & Properly Dispose for a better Earth! Rechargeable types are BEST!
