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Free Community Meal | Last Sunday of the Month Lunch
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church provides a free carry-out community meal on the last Sunday of the month from 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church - 201 W Brown St, New Lexington, OH 43764.

OSU Perry Extension Wits Workout | February 22, 27 March 6, 8, 13, 15 2023
The OSU Perry Extension is continuing the Wits Workout February 22, 27 March 6, 8, 13, 15. The Wits Workouts are from 10:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. at the Perry County Senior Center - New Lexington, Ohio. The Wits Workout is an engaging, interactive, and educational brain health program that is free for any adult.

Perry County launches tourism website DiscoverPerryCounty.com | Tuesday, January 24, 2023
(NEW LEXINGTON, OH) Perry County Commissioners Derek Householder, Ben Carpenter and Scott Owen are pleased to announce the launch of DiscoverPerryCounty.com. The website was created to promote county tourism businesses and develop greater awareness of activities and opportunities for growth in Perry County.

The Perfect Pour Coffee Cart | 2023
The Perfect Pour Coffee Cart offers coffee, tea, hot chocolate, snacks, and muffins Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. on the upper level of the Perry County Ohio Administration Building and Thursday and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at the New Lexington City Administration Building - New Lexington, Ohio.

PCBDD Needs You - Family Support Providers | 2023
The Perry County Ohio Bd. of Developmental Disabilities needs you as a Family Support Provider

Perry County Hazard Mitigation Plan - Request for Comments | January 2023
With the 2017 Perry County Ohio Hazard Mitigation Plan set to expire in October 2022, Perry County and its constituents are aiming to adopt a new, updated hazard mitigation plan. As outlined in the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 (DMA2K), any local jurisdiction seeking funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) must maintain an up-to-date disaster mitigation plan. This Plan meets the criteria as set forth by FEMA in the DMA2K and provides the County and its participating jurisdictions with a comprehensive guide for future mitigation efforts to combat the hazards that affect their communities. This is a request for comments. Comments are due Friday, February 24, 2023.

Perry County Soil and Water Conservation District Maple Syrup 101 | March 4, 2023
Perry County Ohio Soil and Water Conservation District is holding a Maple Syrup 101 workshop on Saturday, March 4, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Glenford Fort Preserve - Glenford, Ohio.

Central State University Extension Taking Control of Diabetes | April 3 - May 22, 2023
The Diabetes Empowerment Education Program, also known as DEEP™, is a free educational series designed to help people with pre-diabetes, diabetes, relatives and caregivers gain a better understanding of diabetes self-care. Classes are FREE and take place every Monday, April 3 to May 22 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Perry County District Library - New Lexington, Ohio.

Central State University Extension Taking Control of Diabetes | March 1 - April 19, 2023
The Diabetes Empowerment Education Program, also known as DEEP™, is a free educational series designed to help people with pre-diabetes, diabetes, relatives and caregivers gain a better understanding of diabetes self-care. Classes are FREE and take place every Wednesday, March 1 to April 19 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Hocking College, Perry Campus - New Lexington, Ohio.

Perry County Waste Reduction and Recycling Eco-tips | February 2023
Perry County Ohio Waste Reduction and Recycling Eco-tips - February 2023. How long until its gone?

Perry County Waste Reduction and Recycling Eco-tips | January 2023
Perry County Ohio Waste Reduction and Recycling Eco-tips - January 2023. Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Repair, Recycle, Rot.

Perry County Ohio First Half Real Estate Taxes Are Due March 10, 2023
Perry County Ohio First Half 2022 Real Estate Taxes Are Due Friday, March 10, 2023. First Half 2023 Manufactured Home Taxes are also due Friday, March 10, 2023.

Winter Crisis Program Continues at HAPCAP | February 3, 2023
(GLOUSTER, OH) - The Winter Crisis Program at Hocking Athens Perry Community Action (HAPCAP) began on November 1, 2022. Residents of Hocking, Athens, and Perry Counties may schedule their appointments by calling (740) 868-1908. This program is designed to help households who are facing an emergency situation to maintain and/or restore electric or gas service. This program also provides bulk fuel (propane, wood, coal, fuel oil, kerosene) for eligible households.

Energy Bill Assistance Continues at HAPCAP in 2023 | January 9, 2023
(GLOUSTER, OH) - The Winter Crisis Program at Hocking Athens Perry Community Action (HAPCAP) began on November 1, 2022. Residents of Hocking, Athens, and Perry Counties may schedule their appointments by calling (740) 868-1908.

Perry County District Library 2023 Events
Please note: for a complete Perry County Ohio District Library 2023 calendar of events, including specific up-to-date dates and times visit the library online at www.pcdl.org or pick up a monthly calendar at your local library location.

OSU Perry Extension Wits Workout | January 9, 11, 18, 23, 25, 2023
The OSU Perry Extension is holding a Wits Workout beginning October 12, 2022 and ending January 25, 2023. The Wits Workouts are from 10:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. at the Perry County Senior Center - New Lexington, Ohio. The Wits Workout is an engaging, interactive, and educational brain health program that is free for any adult.

FLOODING IN HOCKING FACILITY FORCES PERRY COUNTY JOB AND FAMILY SERVICES TO SCRAMBLE | December 27, 2022
Extensive, widespread flooding inside Hocking College’s Perry Campus facility has forced Perry County Job and Family Services (PCJFS) to scramble this morning to secure new locations for carrying out its work of helping county residents. The JFS doors are open for business at PCBDD’s David C. Couch Connections Center - 600 Senior Drive, New Lexington, OH 43764

Public Transit - Human Services Transportation Plan for Perry County | 2022 - 2026
This plan is the Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan for Perry County Ohio. The plan was initially developed in 2014, expiring 12-31-2021. The Current plan covers period January 1, 2022, through December 31, 2026. Transportation is a critical component of the communities in Perry County. Transportation provides access to jobs, education, healthcare, human services and allows all community members, including older adults and people with disabilities, to live independently and engage in community life.

Rally 4 Recovery | Friday, December 30, 2022
Please join us virtually on Friday, December 30, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. as we update, reflect, and give hope. All you have to do is visit our Facebook page and follow the video link.

Blood Drive PBHC Activity Center | Friday, December 23, 2022
Perry Behavioral Health Choices is hosting an American Red Cross Blood Drive on Friday, December 23, 2022 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the PBHC Activity Center - New Lexington, Ohio.

Perry County District Library Bookmobile Schedule | December 19, 2022 - February 25, 2023
The Perry County Ohio District Library Bookmobile Schedule December 19, 2022 - February 25, 2023

Dog Tags Available for Purchase | December 1, 2022 - January 31, 2023
Perry County Ohio Dog Tags are available for purchase from December 1, 2022 to January 31, 2023.

Winter Crisis Program Begins at HAPCAP | November 1, 2022
(GLOUSTER, OH) - The Winter Crisis Program at Hocking Athens Perry Community Action (HAPCAP) began on November 1, 2022. Residents of Hocking, Athens, and Perry Counties may schedule their appointments by calling (740) 868-1908.

Applications Now Open for the Appalachian Community Grant Program | November 2, 2022
(Wednesday, November 2, 2022) - The Governor’s Office of Appalachia today launched applications for the Appalachian Community Grant Program to fund sustainable, transformative change in the 32-county Appalachian region. The application and program details can be found on the program webpage.