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Perry County District Library Bookmobile Coming Soon | Summer 2022
The Perry County Ohio District Library Bookmobile is coming soon. Stop locations and schedules to be announced ASAP.

Perry County Transit - Zero Fare, Zero Emissions, Zero Loop | June 2022
Perry County Transit (PCT) launched the Zero Loop Transit system on Friday, June 17th 2022. The Zero Loop ride is completely free and currently consists of nine stops throughout New Lexington and Somerset. The Zero Loop runs from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Views from the Bench - Jury Duty | May 27, 2022
Judge Tina Boyer - Jury Duty is a vital function in the administration of justice under our American system. It is direct citizen participation in government and is an important civic duty. However, the procedure and obligations to serve on a jury is often misunderstood.

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.

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.

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 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.

Perry County Municipal Court Community Service Program | 2021 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.

Judge Luann Cooperrider Swearing-In Elected Officials | December 29, 2021
Perry County Ohio Juvenile-Probate Court Judge Luann Cooperrider swearing-in various elected officials on December 29, 2021.

PCPD Speaker Series ‘The .22-Caliber Killers Case’ | March 10, 2022
The Perry County Ohio Park District is pleased to host Judge Luann Cooperrider on Thursday, March 10th, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. She will open the files of the infamous .22-Caliber Killers case at the Hoover Theater - Glenford, OH.

Perry County Treasurer Has a New Website | February 16, 2022
The Perry County Ohio Treasurer has a new website effective Wednesday, February 16, 2022. Pay your real estate and manufactured home taxes online. Look up tax rates by taxing district. Look up property valuation.

Defining REUSE Scholarship and Earth Day explained on WHIZ Live at Noon | February 7, 2022
Listen to our Perry County Ohio Waste Reduction and Recycling 6 min. 45 sec. interview on WHIZ Live at Noon explanation of the Defining REUSE Scholarship (Deadline Feb 25!) and MARK your calendars for a special community partnership EARTH DAY Event to be held in Perry County April 25, 2022 at Mount Aloysius!

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Northern Perry County Water & Wastewater New Water and Wastewater Applications
Downloadable Northern Perry County Water & Wastewater New Water and Wastewater Applications.

Perry County Park District Has a New Phone Number and Email Address | December 21, 2021
The Perry County Ohio Park District has a new phone number and email address | December 21, 2021.

The Perry County Treasurer's Office Has Moved | December 20, 2021
Please note the Perry County Ohio Treasurer's Office has moved. The new address is 212 S. Main Street - Upper Level, New Lexington, OH 43764.

The Perry County Auditor's Office Has Moved | December 20, 2021
Please note the Perry County Ohio Auditor's Office has moved. The new address is 212 S. Main Street - Upper Level, New Lexington, OH 43764.

HAPCAP to Provide New Water Bill Assistance Program | December 13, 2021
(GLOUSTER, OH) – Hocking Athens Perry Community Action (HAPCAP) is excited to announce we are now able to provide low-income eligible residents of Hocking, Athens and Perry Counties with water and wastewater bill payment assistance. The program will begin December 13, 2021 and run until September 30th, 2022.