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Coffee with some Commissioners | Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Coffee with some Commissioners | Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Join us Tuesday, February 27, 2024 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. Cheryl Boley, Director of Perry County Job and Family Services and Perry County Transit will be our featured speaker this month.

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Perry County Free Legal Clinic | Tuesday, March 5, 2024

Perry County Free Legal Clinic | Tuesday, March 5, 2024

The Perry County Ohio Legal Clinic offers FREE legal advice to income eligible individuals who cannot afford private counsel. Services will be provided on a first come-first served basis. Individuals attending should bring all documentation and paperwork that relates to the issue in question. You must bring proof of income. The clinics are held the first Tuesday of each month (none in January and July). Sign in from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. The 2024 clinics are held at the temporary Juvenile/Probate Court Location - 106 S. Main Street, New Lexington, Ohio.

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JFS Career Fair | Monday, February 26, 2024

JFS Career Fair | Monday, February 26, 2024

Perry County Ohio Job and Family Services is holding a Career Fair on Monday, February 26, 2024 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Perry County Opportunity Center (JFS) - New Lexington, Ohio.

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PCBDD is Now Recruiting for the Staff and Providers vs Cougars Basketball Game | Wednesday, March 13, 2024

PCBDD is Now Recruiting for the Staff and Providers vs Cougars Basketball Game | Wednesday, March 13, 2024

The Perry County Ohio Bd of Developmental Disabilities is now recruiting for the Staff and Providers vs Cougars Basketball Game on Wednesday, March 13, 2024. Tip off is 6:00 p.m. at Mount Aloysius - New Lexington, Ohio. Sign up by Monday, March 4, 2024.

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Healthy Aging - Calling Perry County Farmers | February 22, 2024

Healthy Aging - Calling Perry County Farmers | February 22, 2024

Perry County Healthy Aging Program - Calling Perry County Farmers to provide Dairy, Meat, Poultry, and Produce. Deadline for farmer applications is Friday, March 1, 2024.

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Perry County Healthy Food Picks for Seniors | February 21, 2024

Perry County Healthy Food Picks for Seniors | February 21, 2024

New for the spring of 2024, Perry County Healthy Food Picks for Seniors will provide eligible Perry County adults age 60 and older $75 in coupons that can be redeemed for local beef, poultry, eggs, pork, dairy, and produce from March through June 15, 2024. Perry County farmers who wish to participate must complete and sign the Participating Farmer Agreement and a W-9 by Friday, March 1, 2024.

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Healthy Aging Programs | 2024

Healthy Aging Programs | 2024

Healthy Aging Programs - Sponsored by the Perry County Board of Commissioners. As a Perry County resident aged 60 or older, you can access a range of services to enhance your technology skills, secure housing, or enjoy local farmers markets. *** Updated February 22, 2024 ***

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Perry County Company Receives Grant for Energy Efficiency Retrofit | February 22, 2024

Perry County Company Receives Grant for Energy Efficiency Retrofit | February 22, 2024

Shmelzer Industries LLC (Perry County Ohio) will receive a $175,415 grant to complete resin replacement with airless sprayers, LED lighting upgrades, curing system replacement with ultraviolet processing, and solar photovoltaics upgrades. The project is expected to yield a utility savings of 37 percent.

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Who you gonna call????

Who you gonna call????

Here is a summary of the various 211, 311, 411, etc. assistance phone numbers. Originally published July 11, 2018.

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PCSO First Annual Sports and Pokemon Card Show | Saturday, March 2, 2024

PCSO First Annual Sports and Pokemon Card Show | Saturday, March 2, 2024

The Perry County Ohio Sheriff's Office is holding their First Annual Sports and Pokemon Card Show on Saturday, March 2, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Barn at the Backwoods - Thornville, Ohio. Proceeds to benefit Hooked on Fishing.

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Vital Stats for Overdose and Suicide Deaths | 2023

Vital Stats for Overdose and Suicide Deaths | 2023

Vital Stats for Perry County Ohio Overdose and Suicide Deaths in 2023. Overdose stats run about six months behind so these numbers could change. Data for both of these numbers were collected from the Ohio Department of Health Data Warehouse.

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Roseville is accepting proposals for Group Health Insurance Through March 15, 2024

Roseville is accepting proposals for Group Health Insurance Through March 15, 2024

The Village of Roseville, Ohio is accepting proposals for Group Health Insurance. All proposals may be submitted by email to fiscal-officer@rosevilleoh.com or dropped off at the municipal building located at 107 N Main St., Roseville. The deadline is Friday, March 15, 2024 at 4:00pm. If you have any questions, please contact Debbie Birkimer at 740-697-7323 x 2.

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Perry County Ohio First Half Real Estate Taxes Are Due March 8, 2024

Perry County Ohio First Half Real Estate Taxes Are Due March 8, 2024

Perry County Ohio First Half 2023 Real Estate Taxes Are Due Friday, March 8, 2024. First Half 2024 Manufactured Home Taxes are also due Friday, March 8, 2024.

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Perry County Municipal Court Community Service Program Photos | 2024

Perry County Municipal Court Community Service Program Photos | 2024

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.

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Perry County Prevention Coalition Meeting | Tuesday, February 20, 2024

Perry County Prevention Coalition Meeting | Tuesday, February 20, 2024

Perry County Ohio Prevention Coalition Meeting is Tuesday, February 20, 2024 starting 1:00 p.m. at the New Lexington Village Hall - New Lexington, Ohio.

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New Lex PD vs FD Basketball Game | Friday, March 15, 2024

New Lex PD vs FD Basketball Game | Friday, March 15, 2024

The first annual New Lexington, Ohio Police Department vs Fire Department Basketball Game is Friday, March 15, 2024 starting 7:00 p.m. at the New Lexington High School Gym - New Lexington, Ohio. All proceeds to benefit the Drones for Police and Fire program.

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Red Cross: Communities urged to give blood as winter threat continues | February 12, 2024

Red Cross: Communities urged to give blood as winter threat continues | February 12, 2024

Feb. 12, 2024 — The American Red Cross urges donors to give blood or platelets now to continue to strengthen the national blood supply this month. The public can book a time to give by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App, or calling 1-800-RED CROSS. People of all blood types – especially type O blood donors, the most needed blood group by hospitals – and platelet donors are needed daily to ensure blood products are available for hospitals at a moment’s notice. In thanks for helping, all who come to give in February will get a $20 Amazon.com Gift Card by email. Details are available at RedCrossBlood.org/Heart.

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Ohio Loves Transit Week | Monday, February 12 to Friday, February 16, 2024

Ohio Loves Transit Week | Monday, February 12 to Friday, February 16, 2024

Ohio Loves Transit Week | Monday, February 12 to Friday, February 16, 2024. Join Perry County Transit for a free ride. Call ahead to schedule your free ride.

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Perry Soil and Water Conservation District Maple Syrup 101 | Saturday, February 17, 2024

Perry Soil and Water Conservation District Maple Syrup 101 | Saturday, February 17, 2024

Perry County Ohio Soil and Water Conservation District is hosting Maple Syrup 101 on Saturday, February 17, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Glenford Fort Preserve - Glenford, Ohio. Class size is limited, please RSVP to Perry Soil and Water Conservation District 740-743-1325.

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Perry Soil and Water Conservation District Winter Night Hike | Friday, February 16, 2024

Perry Soil and Water Conservation District Winter Night Hike | Friday, February 16, 2024

Perry County Ohio Soil and Water Conservation District is hosting their Glenford Fort Winter Night Hike on Friday, February 16, 2024 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Glenford Fort Preserve - Glenford, Ohio.

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Perry County Waste Reduction and Recycling Eco-Tips | February 2024

Perry County Waste Reduction and Recycling Eco-Tips | February 2024

Microplastics (MP) - How are they made? MP are produced intentionally for products like body scrubs or from the breakdown of plastic. When plastic, like bottles, are exposed to sun and water they start to degrade & break into smaller pieces. 240,000 detectable plastic fragments were found in a typical liter of bottled water.

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Blood Drive New Lexington City Building | Friday, February 16, 2024

Blood Drive New Lexington City Building | Friday, February 16, 2024

New Lexington is hosting an American Red Cross Blood Drive on Friday, February 16, 2024 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the New Lexington City Building - New Lexington, Ohio.

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RSVP Walk with Ease Classes Begin Monday, October 23, 2023

RSVP Walk with Ease Classes Begin Monday, October 23, 2023

Perry County Ohio RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) Walk with Ease Classes Begin Monday, October 23, 2023. Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Mt. Aloysius Gym - New Lexington, Ohio.

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RSVP Aqua Classes | Ongoing Throughout the Year

RSVP Aqua Classes | Ongoing Throughout the Year

Perry County Ohio RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) Aqua Classes are ongoing throughout the year and are held at the Mt. Aloysius Indoor Pool - New Lexington, Ohio.

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AEP Ohio Launches New Bill Assistance Tool for Customers | February 5, 2024

AEP Ohio Launches New Bill Assistance Tool for Customers | February 5, 2024

A new electric bill assistance tool from AEP Ohio helps educate customers about financial and energy-efficiency assistance programs offered by AEP and the state of Ohio. Customers can quickly determine which programs they qualify for by answering a brief, six-question online questionnaire.

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Perry County 9-1-1 Disaster Siren Testing Schedule | 2024

Perry County 9-1-1 Disaster Siren Testing Schedule | 2024

Perry County Ohio 9-111 tests the disaster siren system at 12:00 noon on the first Wednesday of the month from March to October, 2024. The tests last approximately 5 minutes.

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SOPEC, Rural Action awarded USDA grant to support rural small businesses develop solar assets | February 1, 2024

SOPEC, Rural Action awarded USDA grant to support rural small businesses develop solar assets | February 1, 2024

The Sustainable Ohio Public Energy Council (SOPEC) will host a press conference on Thursday, February 8, 2024, at 11 am at the Ohio University Innovation Center, 340 West State Street Athens, Ohio 45701, Conference Room 103. The press conference will cover the USDA grant's purpose: to support renewable energy systems and energy efficiency improvement projects for agricultural producers and rural small business owners.

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Upcoming Events
PCCC Easter Egg Hunt | Saturday, March 30, 2024 Mar 30, 2024 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM — Jim Rockwell Stadium - 101 3rd Ave, New Lexington, OH 43764
Perry County District Library Eclipse 2024 | Monday, April 1, 2024 Apr 01, 2024 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM — Perry County District Library Main Branch - 117 S Jackson St, New Lexington, OH 43764
Solar Eclipse in Perry County Ohio | Monday, April 8, 2024 Apr 08, 2024 03:05 PM - 03:20 PM — New Lexington, Ohio
Public Meeting for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Input | Wednesday, April 10, 2024 Apr 10, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM — Conference Room - 212 S Main St Lower Level, New Lexington, OH 43764
Perry Soil and Water Conservation District Seedling Tree Sale | Friday, April 19, 2024 Apr 19, 2024 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM — NRCS Office - 109 East Gay St, Somerset, OH 43783
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