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Governor's Office COVID-19 Update | May 19, 2020
Below are the updates from the May 19, 2020 press conference with Governor DeWine and Lt. Governor Husted. There will be no press conference today. The next press conference is currently scheduled for Thursday (5/21).
COVID-19 Update: Ohioans Protecting Ohioans Urgent Health Advisory
(COLUMBUS, Ohio - May 19, 2020)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted today provided the following updates on Ohio's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Governor's Office COVID-19 Update | May 18, 2020
Below are the updates from the May 18, 2020 press conference with Governor DeWine, Lt. Governor Husted, and Dr. Acton. Today’s press conference is scheduled for 2:00 PM. You can watch this on the Ohio Channel, Ohio Public TV (PBS stations), and other Columbus-based outlets.
COVID-19 Update: Safety Checks, Twin Valley Update, Veterans Home Update
(COLUMBUS, Ohio - May 18, 2020)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jon Husted, and Dr. Amy Acton, MD, MPH, today provided the following updates on Ohio's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
JobsOhio Update and Economic Impact Memo from JP Nauseef | May 15, 2020
This week, Ohio’s economy took another step forward with retail and services reopening on Tuesday and barbershops, hair salons and other services as well as outdoor restaurant dining reopening today. We all play a role in a responsible restart – thank you for your leadership and perseverance.
Governor's Office COVID-19 Update | May 14, 2020
Below are the updates from the May 14, 2020 press conference with Governor DeWine, Lt. Governor Husted, and Dr. Acton. There is no press conference currently scheduled for today. The next press conference is currently scheduled for Monday (5/18).
Perry County Unsung Heroes
Throughout the COVID-19 crisis a group of Perry County residents have continued to keep their regular work hours.
COVID-19 Update: New Responsible RestartOhio Opening Dates
(COLUMBUS, Ohio - May 14, 2020)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jon Husted, and Dr. Amy Acton, MD, MPH, today provided the following sector opening dates established as part of the Responsible RestartOhio plan.
Northern Perry County Water Boil Advisory has been lifted
The Northern Perry County Water Boil Advisory issued Tuesday, May 12, 2020 has been lifted as of 10:45 a.m. Thursday, May 14, 2020.
Northern Perry County Water - Water Main Break + Water Boil Advisory - May 12, 2020
Northern Perry County Water has a known water main break. Crews are out tracking it down. Posted 10:20 a.m. on Tuesday, May 12, 2020...... 3:45 p.m. update...leak has been found and is being repaired.....boil alert. Thursday 5/14 at 9:00 a.m. Update: break has been repaired. Boil Alert is still active until further notice.
What do I do with my bottle caps in Perry County?
Bottle caps are not accepted for recycling by PerCo, Inc. - New Lexington, OH. Please remove, and discard in your regular trash, all bottle caps before dropping off your recyclables.
Ohio Receives Remdesivir to be Distributed Statewide
The Ohio Department of Health (ODH), and the Ohio Hospital Association (OHA), will work together to distribute remdesivir across Ohio that was received from the federal government on Tuesday, May 12.
Blood donors needed to keep supply strong amid COVID-19 outbreak
In times of need, people come together to support one another. The American Red Cross is asking for healthy individuals to step up to help patients experiencing health crises by donating blood or platelets. As COVID-19 continues to affect everyday life, people may not be thinking about blood donation. But blood and platelets are needed daily to help patients battling disease and facing the unexpected. Donating blood is an easy way to care for each other and ensure hospitals have the blood products patients rely on. As a thank-you for helping ensure a stable blood supply, all who come to give blood or platelets May 15-31 will receive a special Red Cross “We’re all in this together” T-shirt, by mail, while supplies last. Donors must have a valid email address on file to claim their T-shirt.
May 2020 Eco-tip…Tips to help the Earth!
Perry County Ohio Waste Reduction and Recycling: May 2020 Eco-tip... tips to help the Earth! Perry County Waste Reduction and Recycling is pleased to begin accepting materials again since Earth Day 2020! Current locations: New Lexington at PerCo North Entrance, Thornport by TC Market, Shawnee East St at Main St.
Governor's Office COVID-19 Update | May 12, 2020
Below are the updates from the May 12, 2020 press conference with Governor DeWine, Lt. Governor Husted, and Dr. Acton. There is no press conference currently scheduled for today. The normal press conference schedule will resume on Thursday (5/14).
COVID-19 Update: Pandemic EBT, Additional Services to Reopen, Staying Connected
(COLUMBUS, Ohio - May 12, 2020)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jon Husted, and Dr. Amy Acton, MD, MPH, today provided the following COVID-19 updates.
The Perry County Health Department discusses employer assistance information and the upcoming May 15, 2020 conference call for Perry County businesses.
The Perry County Ohio Health Commissioner, Angela DeRolph, discusses employer assistance information and the upcoming May 15, 2020 conference call for Perry County businesses. Message 20.
Governor's Office COVID-19 Update | May 11, 2020
Below are the updates from the May 11, 2020 press conference with Governor DeWine, Lt. Governor Husted, and Dr. Acton. Today’s press conference is scheduled for 2:00 PM. You can watch this on the Ohio Channel, Ohio Public TV (PBS stations), and other Columbus-based outlets.
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.
JobsOhio Update and Economic Impact Memo from JP Nauseef | May 8, 2020
It has been almost a week since the first phase of the DeWine/Husted Administration initiative began to reopen businesses and jumpstart the economy.
Mobile Food Pantry on May 13, 2020
The Southeast Ohio Foodbank, a program of Hocking Athens Perry Community Action, will be hosting a food distribution on Wednesday, May 13, 2020 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Perry County Fairgrounds - New Lexington, Ohio.
The Perry County Municipal Court has resumed our Community Service Program
The Perry County Municipal Court has resumed our Community Service Program while practicing social distancing, under the direction of our new Community Service Officer, Dan Kinsel.
Governor's Office COVID-19 Update | May 7, 2020
Below are the updates from the May 7, 2020 press conference with Governor DeWine, Lt. Governor Husted, and Dr. Acton. There are no press conferences currently scheduled for today, Saturday, or Sunday. The normal press conference schedule will resume Monday.
COVID-19 Update: Reopening of Restaurants, Bars, and Personal Care Services
(COLUMBUS, Ohio - May 7, 2020)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jon Husted, and Dr. Amy Acton, MD, MPH, today announced the next phase of the Responsible RestartOhio plan as it relates to restaurants, bars, and personal care services.
Who you gonna call????
Here is a summary of the various 211, 311, 411, etc. assistance phone numbers. Originally published July 11, 2018.
Governor's Office COVID-19 Update | May 5, 2020
Below are the updates from the May 5, 2020 press conference with Governor DeWine, Lt. Governor Husted, and Dr. Acton. There is currently no press conference scheduled for today (Wednesday). The normal press conference schedule will resume on Thursday.
OCR Issues Guidance on Covered Health Care Providers and Restrictions on Media Access to Protected Health Information about Individuals in Their Facilities
May 5, 2020 - Today, the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) at the U.S Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued additional guidance reminding covered health care providers that the HIPAA Privacy Rule does not permit them to give media and film crews access to facilities where patients’ protected health information (PHI) will be accessible without the patients’ prior authorization.
