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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.
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.
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.
HAPCAP'S Winter Crisis Program Continues | December 10, 2021
(GLOUSTER, OH) - The Winter Crisis Program at Hocking Athens Perry Community Action (HAPCAP) began on November 1, 2021. Residents of Hocking, Athens, and Perry Counties may schedule their appointments by calling (740) 868-1908.
Repurposed Christmas Crafts Workshop | December 13, 2021
Perry County Ohio Waste Reduction and Recycling is sponsoring a repurposed Christmas crafts adult/child workshop on Monday, December 13, 2021 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Job and Family Services building - New Lexington, Ohio. Registration deadline Friday, December 10, 2021.
OSU Perry Extension Newsletter | Fall 2021
We have made it through another fair and what a fair it was. We could not have had better weather and the livestock sale was one of the best. In a big part thanks to many of you. I am amazed every year the support this community gives to the livestock sale. Crops are looking good overall and to date we have not seen much insect or disease pressure.
Perry County OSU Extension SNAP-ED "Planned-Overs" for Thanksgiving Turkey | November 2021
Perry County OSU Extension SNAP-ED "Planned-Overs" for Thanksgiving Turkey | November 2021 - Tired of the same old Thanksgiving leftovers? Try these health recipes to turn “left-overs” into delicious “planned-overs.”
Patients counting on blood donors as shortage continues | October 26, 2021
(Oct. 26, 2021) – With Thanksgiving and the holidays approaching, the American Red Cross urges donors to continue to make and keep appointments now and in the weeks ahead to help overcome the ongoing emergency blood shortage that has significantly impacted the nation’s blood supply. In fact, the current blood supply is the lowest the Red Cross has seen this time of year in more than a decade.
HAPCAP'S Winter Crisis Program Begins November 1, 2021
(GLOUSTER, OH) - The Winter Crisis Program at Hocking Athens Perry Community Action (HAPCAP) will begin Monday, November 1, 2021. Residents of Hocking, Athens, and Perry Counties may now schedule their appointments by calling (740) 868-1908.
Introduction to Beekeeping | November 10, 2021
Central State University Extension Extension is holding an Introduction to Beekeeping class on Wednesday, November 10, 2021 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Hocking College - Perry Campus - New Lexington, Ohio.
Perry County Free Legal Clinic | November 2, 2021
The Perry County Ohio Free Legal Clinic offers FREE legal advice to income eligible individuals who cannot afford private counsel. Attorneys can only give legal advice, they cannot represent you in court. Those unvaccinated must wear masks.
Deadline Approaching for Expanded Child Tax Credit Application | November 15, 2021
(GLOUSTER, OH) – The deadline is fast-approaching for families seeking to access the Expanded Child Tax Credit (CTC). The American Rescue Plan, which passed in March, temporarily increased the CTC to provide monthly payments to families with children ($250 for children under age 6 and $300 for children ages 6-17). Nearly all families with children are eligible. The deadline to apply for 2021 is November 15th. Individuals can complete a simplified tax return at GetCTC.org in order to receive their payments.