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Notice of Special Meeting of the MCJDC Board of Trustees
The Multi-County Juvenile Detention Center Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting on Friday, July 19, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. for the purpose of approving the MCJDC 2020 budget. The meeting will be held in the MCJDC Administrative Conference Room - 923 Liberty Dr, Lancaster, Ohio 43130
Shawnee First Friday's Farmers Market
Destination Shawnee is hosting First Friday's Farmers Market 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. May through October at the intersection of St Rts 93 and 155 - Shawnee, Ohio.
May 23, 2019 is Red Nose Day
Red Nose Day is a campaign to end child poverty, one nose at a time. Through the power of entertainment, Red Nose Day raises money and awareness to keep children who need our help the most stay safe, healthy and educated in America and around the world.
2018 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 report to provide information to you, the consumer on the quality of our drinking water. This report was required as part of the Safe Drinking Water Act Re-authorization of 1996 and was required to be delivered to the consumer by May 22, 2019. Included within this report are general health information, water quality test results, and water system contacts.
National Police Week is May 12 to 18, 2019
In 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation which designated May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week in which that date falls as Police Week. Currently, tens of thousands of law enforcement officers from around the world converge on Washington, DC to participate in a number of planned events which honor those that have paid the ultimate sacrifice.
2019 Water Bill Assistance Program
Hocking, Athens, and Perry County, Ohio residents may be eligible for a one-time benefit of up to $200 to be paid directly to the water company to pay the bill, late fees, reconnect fees or other items on the bill that are required in order for the service to be maintained for at least 30 days. Additional items could include sewer charges or current and past bill amounts. Funds cannot be used for deposit assistance.
Perry County Calvary Arts Center 2019 Summer Arts Workshops
Perry County Ohio Calvary Arts Center is hosting their 2019 Summer Workshops starting June 3, 2019 and running through July 12, 2019. The 5 week's of workshops will culminating with a banquet on Saturday, August 10, 2018 where the student work will be showcased. All at the Perry County Calvary Arts Center - New Lexington, Ohio.
New App Pushes for Change with Rural Broadband Access for Perry County and SE Ohio
A press release was submitted on February 26, 2019 from the National Association of Counties (NACo), the Rural Community Assistance Partnership (RCAP), and Rural Local Initiatives Support Corporation (Rural LISC) announcing the launch of their new app, TestIT. This app gives mobile phone users the power to accurately identify areas with low or no internet connectivity and share that information to push for change.
Applying for Cash, Food Assistance, and Medicaid has never been easier!
Applying for Cash, Food Assistance, and Medicaid in Perry County Ohio has never been easier! Just call Ohio Benefits at (844) 640-6446.
Brown Street Bridge in New Lex is Now Open!
The East Brown Street Bridge in New Lexington, Ohio is now open!
Perry Housing Coalition Now Has A Facebook Page
The Perry County Ohio Housing Coalition now has a Facebook page.
Perry County Wears Blue Day For Child Abuse Prevention
Perry County Ohio Wears Blue Day For Child Abuse Prevention on Wednesday, April 10, 2019.
College of Education - Juniors and Seniors - Perry County Scholarship Award
The Perry County Ohio Retired Teachers Association will award two annual scholarships for the academic year in the amount of $500 each. Applicants must have graduated from a Perry County High School and be a college junior or senior enrolled in the College of Education at some point during the 2018-2019 academic year.
2019 Fairfield County Stand Down
The Fairfield County Ohio Veterans Service Commission and LSS are hosting a stand down for veterans who are homeless or at-risk of becoming homeless on Wednesday, May 22, 2019 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Fairfield County Fairgrounds - Lancaster, Ohio.
Getting Back ON TRACK
The Perry County Ohio JFS/OhioMeansJobs Center offers free employability workshops for returning citizens (ex-offenders) every Tuesday from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. at Perry JFS - New Lexington, OH.
Possible Down Payment Assistance Available for Perry County Residents
Down Payment Assistance may be available for the following measures: Electrical, Heating, and Plumbing, Roofs and Gutters, Interior Surfaces and Floor Coverings, Door and Windows, to name a few.
Emergency Alert Program
Get alerted about emergencies and other important community news by signing up for our Perry County Ohio Emergency Alert Program.
Perry County Social Service Updates by Text
Pathways of Central Ohio, funded by the United Way of Muskingum, Perry and Morgan Counties (UWMPM), is now offering a texting service for social service professionals in Perry County Ohio.
Who you gonna call????
Here is a summary of the various 211, 311, 411, etc. assistance phone numbers.
Ohio DNR and Ohio EPA Restrict Open Burns
The Ohio DNR Forestry prohibits outdoor open burning and prescribed fires in the months of March, April, May, October, and November between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. This ban includes burning of yard waste, trash, and debris, even in a proper burn barrel.
Comprehensive Falls Prevention Home Assessment Project
Perry County Ohio Job and Family Services Adult Protective Services has started a new program for adults 60 years and older who have or have had a fall related injury/accident. Adult Protective Services (APS) can go into the home and do a fall risk assessment and provide minor home modifications to make it safer. APS provide the risk assessment to the adult’s primary care physician so they can go over safety in the home as well.
Food for Seniors
The Southeast Ohio Foodbank Commodity Supplemental Food Program provides a monthly box of shelf-stable food to nutritionally at-risk, income-eligible senior citizens.
2019 Perry County P.A.R.C. District Meetings
The Perry County Ohio P.A.R.C. District Board meets the second Monday of the month from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Perry Behavioral Health Choice Activity Center located at 112 S Main St, New Lexington, OH 43764 UNLESS otherwise noted.
2019 Free Legal Clinics
Free legal clinics for income eligible individuals are held the first Tuesday of each month from 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. at the Perry County Ohio Courthouse (Lower Level) - New Lexington, Ohio.
When should I call my local health department?
Local Health Departments are government agencies who are on the front lines of public health. But what is public health and when should you call your local health department? Public health promotes and protects the health of people and the communities where they live, learn, work and play.
