News
Children Services and JFS Merge + New JFS Director | Wednesday, August 21, 2024
Perry County Ohio Commissioners Adopt Resolutions to Merge Children’s Services into Job and Family Services, Name New Job and Family Services Director
Try-It Day | Saturday, August 24, 2024
Kayaks and Canoes Try-It Day Saturday, August 24, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Tecumseh Lake - Shawnee, Ohio.
PCSC Senior Day | Wednesday, August 21, 2024
The Perry County Senior Center is hosting Senior Day on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 starting at 10:00 a.m. at the Perry County Senior Center - New Lexington, Ohio. Lunch will be served at 12:00 p.m. Please call in for reservations by Monday, August 19, 2024.
Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over | Friday, August 9, 2024
Perry County EMA is hosting Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over on Friday, August 9, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the EMA parking lot - New Lexington, Ohio.
Shawnee Second Saturday | August 10, 2024
Shawnee Second Saturday is August 10, 2024 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Historic Main Street - Shawnee, Ohio. Music by Marietta Road.
Emergency blood shortage: Red Cross supply drops 25% | August 5, 2024
Aug. 5, 2024 — The American Red Cross is experiencing an emergency blood shortage as the nation faces dangerous levels of heat and people head out for final summer travel plans. Since July 1, the Red Cross national blood supply has fallen by more than 25%, and blood donors of all types, especially those with type O blood, are urged to give as soon as possible to help patients receive lifesaving medical care. As a thank-you, those who come give blood, platelets or plasma Aug. 1-31, 2024, will get a $20 Amazon.com Gift Card by email. For details, visit RedCrossBlood.org/Help.
15th Annual Back to School Bash | Wednesday, August 7, 2024
Perry County Ohio Job and Family Services will hold its 15th Annual Back to School Bash on Wednesday, August 7, 2024 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Perry County Fairgrounds - New Lexington, Ohio.
Who you gonna call????
Here is a summary of the various 211, 311, 411, etc. assistance phone numbers. Originally published July 11, 2018.
Blood Drive Opportunity Center | Wednesday, September 11, 2024
The Perry County Opportunity Center (JFS) is hosting an American Red Cross blood Drive on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Perry County Opportunity Center (JFS) - New Lexington, Ohio.
Perry County Municipal Court Community Service Program Photos | 2024
The Perry County Municipal Court Community Service Program offers a way for people convicted of a misdemeanor to make reparations to the community. The Community Service Program works with County, Township, Village, and non-profit organizations within Perry County. People convicted of a misdemeanor may be fined, required to do Community Service, or a combination of both. Required Community Service hours typically range from 20 to 80 hours per conviction.
PCDS Fido Fest | Saturday, August 10, 2024
The Perry County Dog Shelter and Adoption Center is hosting Fido Fest on Saturday, August 10, 2024 from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. at the Perry County Fairgrounds - New Lexington, Ohio. All proceeds benefit the Perry County Dog Shelter and Adoption Center.
Coffee with some Commissioners | Tuesday, July 30, 2024
Join us Tuesday, July 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. Stephanie Taylor, Director of Community Engagement, with Habitat for Humanity of Southeast Ohio, will be our featured speaker this month.
Alzheimer's Walk to Remember | Saturday, August 10, 2024
The Alzheimer's Alliance of Perry County Ohio is holding their Annual Walk to Remember on Saturday, August 10, 2024. Registration starts at 8:30 a.m. at Jim Rockwell Stadium - New Lexington, Ohio.
Blood Drive in Memory of Justin Gall - Mount Aloysius | Tuesday, July 30, 2024
Donate Blood in memory of Justin Gall. Mount Aloysius is hosting an American Red Cross Blood Drive on Tuesday, July 30, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Mount Aloysius Gym - New Lexington, Ohio.
Critical call for blood and platelet donors: Help save lives now with the Red Cross | July 22, 2024
July 22, 2024 — The American Red Cross urges donors to give blood or platelets now to reinforce the blood supply as much as possible before the summer winds down. Type O blood donors and those giving platelets are especially needed to help keep hospital shelves stocked through August. In thanks, those who come to give Aug. 1-31, 2024, will get a $20 Amazon.com Gift Card by email. See RedCrossBlood.org/Help for details.
Perry Housing Coalition Fundraiser | Saturday, October 19, 2024
The Perry Housing Coalition is holding their Fundraiser on Saturday, October 19, 2024 from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the St Rose Community Center - New Lexington, Ohio. Help us help the less fortunate. Any contribution of auction items would be greatly appreciated!
PCHD Thornport Bike Route Study | Wednesday, July 24, 2024
The Perry County Health Department is doing a Thornport Bike Route Study on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. starting at the Thorn Township Canoe/Kayak Launch Park on Honey Creek Road.
PCSC Presents Niagara Falls, USA | September 23 - 27, 2024
Perry County Senior Center Presents Niagara Falls, USA Monday, September 23 - Friday, September 27, 2024. Departure from Perry County Senior Center - 520 First St, New Lexington, Ohio at 8:00 a.m.
71st Perry County Fair | Monday, July 15 - Saturday, July 20, 2024
The 71st Perry County Fair is Monday, July 15 - Saturday, July 20, 2024 at the Perry County Fairgrounds - New Lexington, Ohio.
Perry County Ohio Second Half Real Estate Taxes Are Due July 12, 2024
Perry County Ohio Second Half 2023 Real Estate Taxes Are Due Friday, July 12, 2024. Second Half 2024 Manufactured Home Taxes are also due Friday, July 12, 2024.
Perry County Waste Reduction and Recycling Eco-Tips | July 2024
Plastic Free July. 8 Ways to Reduce Plastic Use: 1. Bring your own bag 2. Refill not Landfill 3. Bring your own cup 4. Pack a waste free lunch 5. Say no to disposable straws & cutlery 6. Skip the plastic produce bags 7. Dine in 8. Store leftovers in reusable containers.
Blood and platelet donors critically needed in July | July 8, 2024
July 8, 2024 — This July, the American Red Cross continues to stress that blood and platelet donors are critically needed right now to support lifesaving transfusions this summer. Donors of all blood types are in demand, especially those with type O blood and donors giving platelets. The Red Cross has teamed up with Universal Pictures for the theatrical release of TWISTERS to help avoid a summer blood shortage. All who come to give blood or platelets July 1-31 will get a Fandango Movie Ticket* by email. Plus, those who come to give by July 14 will also receive a one-of-a-kind TWISTERS and Red Cross umbrella, while supplies last. BONUS: Those who come to give blood in July will also automatically be entered for a chance to win a 2025 Ram 1500 Big Horn®. See RedCrossBlood.org/Twisters for full details.
Perry County Veterans Extravaganza | Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Save the Date – Perry County Veterans Extravaganza – Wednesday October 30, 2024 from 11am to 7pm at the Perry County Fairgrounds. If you have a resource to share with our Perry County Veterans, please contact the office for a registration form. We are also accepting Door Prize Donations.
Please Support the CFPC Fill the Freezer Campaign - Donation Deadline is Monday, July 15, 2024
Dear Perry County Supporter: It’s that time of year when we need your help. The Community Foundation for Perry County (CFPC) is on a mission to end food insecurity in the county. You can help make a difference for families in Perry County. But the clock is ticking…Before Monday, July 15…please make a donation to help us end hunger in Perry County. The information below equates to filling the freezers in PC food pantries for the last 12 months and the families that were served. Last year, with your help, we processed 71 donated pigs, and the Community Foundation for Perry County (CFPC) purchased an additional 49 pigs totaling over 13,125 pounds of sausage to help feed nearly 18,513 people in Perry County through the Fill the Freezer Campaign. Perry County food pantries received the processed sausage from this campaign.
2023 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.
Coffee with some Commissioners | Tuesday, June 25, 2024
Join us Tuesday, June 25, 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. Jessie Bennett, Naturalist with the Perry County Park District will be our featured speaker this month.
AEP Ohio Monitoring for the Potential of Severe Weather | Friday, June 21, 2024
SITUATION OVERVIEW: Temperatures are expected to continue into the 90's ahead of a cold front approaching Saturday evening and Sunday morning. Weather instability will begin to build throughout the day Sunday. Scattered severe storms, including strong winds, are possible Sunday throughout the state that could lead to power outages.
