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Welcome to the official web site of Perry County, Ohio

 

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Perry County is in the southeastern part of Ohio. Perry County was founded on December 26, 1817 and was the 55th county to be formed in Ohio. It was named for Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry, a hero of the War of 1812. New Lexington is the county seat and is roughly 55 miles southeast of Columbus. As of the 2020 census, the county population was 35,408.

Upcoming Events
Overview of Historic Crimes in Perry County | Saturday, April 27, 2024 Apr 27, 2024 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM — American Legion Post 58 - 107 East Gay St, Somerset, OH 43783
PCHD Less Talkin' More Walkin' | Sunday, April 28, 2024 Apr 28, 2024 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM — Wilson Mound - 3400 Cooperriders Rd NW, Glenford, OH 43739
Coffee with some Commissioners | Tuesday, April 30, 2024 Apr 30, 2024 07:30 AM - 08:30 AM — Dodson's on Broadway - 313 W Broadway St, New Lexington, OH 43764
Perry County Home and Garden Show | Friday, May 3 , 2024 May 03, 2024 03:00 PM - 07:00 PM — Perry County Fairgrounds - 5445 St Rt 37 E, New Lexington, OH 43764
PCDS Basketball Fundraiser | Friday, May 3, 2024 May 03, 2024 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM — New Lexington High School - 2547 Panther Dr, New Lexington, OH 43764
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