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PBHC Black Balloon Day | Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Perry Behavioral Health Choices is hosting Black Balloon Day on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the PBHC Activity Center - New Lexington, Ohio. Please submit artwork for the art exhibit by Monday, March 4, 2024.
Perry Soil and Water Conservation District Seedling Tree Sale | 2024
The Perry Soil and Water Conservation District is holding their 2024 tree seedling sale. Order deadline is Thursday, March 21, 2024 for pickup on Friday, April 19, 2024 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the NRCS Office - Somerset, Ohio.
Perry Soil and Water Conservation District Fish Sale | 2024
The Perry Soil and Water Conservation District is holding their 2024 fish sale. Order deadline is Wednesday, April 17, 2024 for pickup on Thursday, April 25, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the NRCS Office - Somerset, Ohio.
FREE Women's Health Clinic in New Lexington | Thursday, March 7, 2024
The Heritage Community Clinic at the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine is hosting a FREE Women's Health Clinic on Thursday, March 7, 2024 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Heritage Community Clinic Mobile Health Unit at the Kroger parking lot - New Lexington, Ohio. To find out if you qualify and to schedule an appointment, call (740) 593-2432.
Foundation For Appalachian Ohio Scholarship & Grant Opportunities | February 29, 2024
Don't miss out on 2024 scholarship opportunities available through the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio! If you or someone you know lives in the 32-county Appalachian Ohio region and is pursuing postsecondary studies at an institution of higher education or through vocational programs, FAO’s scholarship program includes more than 280 donor-established funds. Applicants whose 2024 FAFSA information has been delayed will still be considered for scholarship awards. Scholarship application and civics ed deadlines approaching!
AEP Ohio Monitoring Thunderstorms & Damaging Winds | February 27, 2024
(Tuesday, February 27, 2024 - 5:00 p.m.) What You Need to Know ● AEP Ohio is monitoring the potential for rain and damaging winds tonight and tomorrow. ● Tonight: Wind gusts of up to 65 mph and tornadoes are possible throughout our service territory. ● Tomorrow: Rain and strong winds of up to 60 mph will continue in Athens and surrounding areas. ● We encourage customers to prepare now for potential weather-related power outages.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 ***
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.
Who you gonna call????
Here is a summary of the various 211, 311, 411, etc. assistance phone numbers. Originally published July 11, 2018.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
