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OSU Extension Build a Better Summer Recipe Webinar | Wednesday, May 22, 2024

OSU Extension Build a Better Summer Recipe Webinar | Wednesday, May 22, 2024

Join OSU Extension Educators online on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. to learn how you can build a "better” (healthier) recipe ahead of your summer gatherings and celebrations.

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Women's Cancer Screening and Back-to-School Vaccinations | Tuesday, May 28, 2024

Women's Cancer Screening and Back-to-School Vaccinations | Tuesday, May 28, 2024

The James Cancer Center Mobile Mammography Unit and the Perry County Health Department Mobile Vaccination Trailer will be on-site on Tuesday, May 28, 2024 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Southern Local Schools - Corning, Ohio.

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RSVP Volunteer Recognition Luncheon | May 4, 2024

RSVP Volunteer Recognition Luncheon | May 4, 2024

This year the Perry County Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) annual recognition luncheon was held at the Grace Community Church of the Nazarene on Saturday, May 4 to honor our Perry County volunteers.

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Perry County Commissioners' Office Weekly Meetings

Perry County Commissioners' Office Weekly Meetings

The Perry County Ohio Commissioners meet weekly at our location: 212 S. Main St. Lower Level - New Lexington, OH.

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Flag Lowering | Wednesday, May 15, 2024

Flag Lowering | Wednesday, May 15, 2024

In honoring Peace Officer Memorial Day and Police Week, Mike DeWine, Governor of the State of Ohio, proclaims that the flags of the United States and the State of Ohio shall be flown at half-staff upon all public buildings and grounds throughout the State of Ohio from sunrise until sunset on Wednesday, May 15, 2024.

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PCHD Family Bike Event | Wednesday, May 15, 2024

PCHD Family Bike Event | Wednesday, May 15, 2024

The Perry County Ohio Health Department is hosting a Family Bike Event on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Perry County Fairgrounds - New Lexington, Ohio.

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Help keep emergency rooms ready by giving blood or platelets | May 7, 2024

Help keep emergency rooms ready by giving blood or platelets | May 7, 2024

May 7, 2024 — When every second counts, blood products can provide lifesaving care. The American Red Cross asks the public to give blood or platelets during Trauma Awareness Month in May to keep hospitals prepared for all transfusion needs, including emergencies. Type O blood donors and donors giving platelets are especially needed right now. Free haircut coupon by email, chance to win VIP racing experience and more by coming to give now.

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Governor DeWine Orders Flags Lowered for National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service | Sunday, May 5, 2024

Governor DeWine Orders Flags Lowered for National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service | Sunday, May 5, 2024

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—In accordance with orders issued by the President of the United States of America, in honoring the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service, Governor Mike DeWine has ordered the flags of the United States and the state of Ohio to be flown at half-staff upon all public buildings and grounds throughout the state of Ohio from sunrise to sunset on May 5, 2024.

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Shawnee Second Saturday | May 11, 2024

Shawnee Second Saturday | May 11, 2024

Shawnee Second Saturday is May 11, 2024 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Historic Main Street - Shawnee, Ohio. Music by Blaine & Brynley Needham.

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Perry County Retired Teachers Scholarship Deadline | Saturday, June 1, 2024

Perry County Retired Teachers Scholarship Deadline | Saturday, June 1, 2024

College junior or senior majoring in the College of Education who graduated from a Perry County school or a currently employed teacher in a Perry County school who is working on a master’s degree in a field of education. Crooksville High School gets top consideration this year. Application deadline is Saturday, June 1, 2024.

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PCHD Community Heart Watch Program and AEDs | May 2, 2024

PCHD Community Heart Watch Program and AEDs | May 2, 2024

The Perry County Ohio Health Department is working with the Community Heart Watch program to place AEDs (automatic electronic defibrillators) throughout Perry and surrounding counties.

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RSVP Walk with Ease Classes Begin Monday, October 23, 2023

RSVP Walk with Ease Classes Begin Monday, October 23, 2023

Perry County Ohio RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) Walk with Ease Classes Begin Monday, October 23, 2023. Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Mt. Aloysius Gym - New Lexington, Ohio.

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RSVP Aqua Classes | Ongoing Throughout the Year

RSVP Aqua Classes | Ongoing Throughout the Year

Perry County Ohio RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) Aqua Classes are ongoing throughout the year and are held at the Mt. Aloysius Indoor Pool - New Lexington, Ohio.

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New Lexington High School Drive-Thru Recycling Day | Saturday, May 11, 2024

New Lexington High School Drive-Thru Recycling Day | Saturday, May 11, 2024

New Lexington Ohio High School is holding a Drive-Thru Recycling Day on Saturday, May 11, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at the Perry County Waste Reduction and Recycling parking lot - New Lexington, Ohio.

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PCHD Less Talkin' More Walkin' | Tuesday, May 7, 2024

PCHD Less Talkin' More Walkin' | Tuesday, May 7, 2024

The Perry County Ohio Health Department Creating Healthy Communities is sponsoring a Hike Series on March 20, April 28, May 7, and June 6, 2024 at various locations in Perry County.

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Perry County Free Legal Clinic | Tuesday, May 7, 2024

Perry County Free Legal Clinic | Tuesday, May 7, 2024

The Perry County Ohio Legal Clinic offers FREE legal advice to income eligible individuals who cannot afford private counsel. Services will be provided on a first come-first served basis. Individuals attending should bring all documentation and paperwork that relates to the issue in question. You must bring proof of income. The clinics are held the first Tuesday of each month (none in January and July). Sign in from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. The 2024 clinics are held at the temporary Juvenile/Probate Court Location - 106 S. Main Street, New Lexington, Ohio.

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Perry County 9-1-1 Disaster Siren Testing Schedule | 2024

Perry County 9-1-1 Disaster Siren Testing Schedule | 2024

Perry County Ohio 9-1-1 tests the disaster siren system at 12:00 noon on the first Wednesday of the month from March to October, 2024. The tests last approximately 5 minutes.

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Fill the Bus with Pup Stuff - To the Woof | April 30, 2024

Fill the Bus with Pup Stuff - To the Woof | April 30, 2024

Perry County Transit is collecting items to support the Perry County Dog Shelter and the Community FUNdraiser basketball game being held at New Lexington High School, May 3rd, at 7:00pm. We want to help them meet their collection goals by filling a bus at Transit to the “WOOF” with supplies.

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Ohio DNR and Ohio EPA Restrict Open Burns in March, April, May, October, and November

Ohio DNR and Ohio EPA Restrict Open Burns in March, April, May, October, and November

Ohio Department of Natural Resources and Ohio Environmental Protection Agency Restrict Open Burns in March, April, May, October, and November between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

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Coffee with some Commissioners | Tuesday, April 30, 2024

Coffee with some Commissioners | Tuesday, April 30, 2024

Join us Tuesday, April 30, 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. Jim Mickey, Perry County Health Department Emergency Planner will be our featured speaker this month.

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Race to help save lives with the Red Cross by giving blood or platelets | April 22, 2024

Race to help save lives with the Red Cross by giving blood or platelets | April 22, 2024

April 22, 2024 — As May approaches, the American Red Cross reminds eligible donors to keep the blood supply stable by racing to give blood or platelets in the weeks to come. Donors of all blood types – especially type O blood donors and those giving platelets – are crucial to keeping shelves fully stocked with blood products throughout the month. Thanks to Sport Clips Haircuts, all who come to donate April 29 - May 31 will get a coupon for a free haircut by email. Plus, those who come to give April 29 - May 19 will be automatically entered for a chance to win a trip for two and VIP racing experience to the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series and Xfinity Races at Darlington Raceway Labor Day weekend, including entry to the Sport Clips racetrack hospitality tent and a $1,000 gift card. Additionally, those who come to give April 29 - May 19 will also get a bonus $10 e-gift card to a merchant of choice.

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Perry County Home and Garden Show | Friday, May 3 and Saturday, May 4, 2024

Perry County Home and Garden Show | Friday, May 3 and Saturday, May 4, 2024

The 2024 Perry County Ohio Home and Garden Show is Friday, May 3 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, May 4 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Perry County Fairgrounds Coliseum - New Lexington, Ohio.

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Perry County Recorder Jackie  Hoover cautions Veterans to be aware of exploitative DD214 practices | April 17, 2014

Perry County Recorder Jackie Hoover cautions Veterans to be aware of exploitative DD214 practices | April 17, 2014

Perry County Recorder, Jackie Hoover, and the Ohio Recorders’ Association (ORA) urge Veterans to be aware of exploitative practices targeting Military Veterans who are being charged for services that are available for free. DD214 Direct, a company based in Arizona, is currently soliciting veterans in Ohio to purchase a copy of their DD214 form for a fee ranging from $79 to $99.

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JFS Request for Proposals for Security Camera System & Access Control | April 16, 2024

JFS Request for Proposals for Security Camera System & Access Control | April 16, 2024

Perry County Job and Family Services is issuing a Request for Proposals for the installation of a Security Camera System and an Access Control System on Tuesday, April 16, 2024. This is for the Opportunity Center that houses Perry County Job & Family Services (PCJFS) and other partners. The due date for the proposal is Tuesday, May 7, 2024 by 11:00 a.m.

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Office of Congressman Troy Balderson to Host Mobile Office Hours at Perry County Library | Thursday, April 18, 2024

Office of Congressman Troy Balderson to Host Mobile Office Hours at Perry County Library | Thursday, April 18, 2024

Caseworkers and field staff from the Office of Congressman Troy Balderson to Host Mobile Office Hours on Thursday, April 18, 2024 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Perry County District Library - New Lexington, Ohio.

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