Perry County News
New Lexington, Ohio — The Perry County Board of Commissioners is proud to announce a new partnership that will bring locally sourced meat from the Fill the Freezer campaign to residents of the Perry County Home, also known as Fairview Assisted Living. Originally established in Perry County, the Fill the Freezer campaign was created throughRead More…
Representatives from Discover Perry County attended Ohio Tourism Day 2026 on Tuesday, May 12, at the Ohio Statehouse to help showcase the many attractions and experiences Perry County has to offer. Discover Perry County hosted a booth during the statewide event, connecting with visitors, tourism professionals, and state leaders while promoting local destinations, events, outdoorRead More…
Mock Crash Demonstration
A powerful and eye-opening mock crash demonstration took place today at the New Lexington Fairgrounds, giving juniors and seniors from Crooksville High School and Sheridan High School a firsthand look at the real-life consequences of impaired and distracted driving. Organized by the Perry County EMA, the event featured local township firefighters and rescue personnel, andRead More…
In recognition of Child Abuse Awareness Month, the Perry County Commissioners and staff came together to show their support by wearing blue— the national color symbolizing child abuse prevention awareness. On this special day, the Perry County Courthouse was also illuminated in blue, serving as a visible reminder of the community’s commitment to protecting childrenRead More…
Perry County Commissioners Proclaim March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
PERRY COUNTY, Ohio — The Perry County Commissioners officially proclaimed March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month during a recent meeting at the Commissioner’s Office. The proclamation recognizes the contributions of individuals with developmental disabilities and highlights the importance of inclusion, accessibility, and opportunities for all residents. Members of the local developmental disabilities community joined theRead More…
PERRY COUNTY, Ohio — The Perry County Board of Commissioners has officially recognized Ohio Loves Transit Week, an annual statewide celebration highlighting the essential role of public transportation in connecting Ohio communities, jobs, and services. In a resolution adopted this week, commissioners noted the importance of reliable transit services for Perry County residents and applaudedRead More…
Regular meetings will be held on the second Monday of each month. Exception: If a regular meeting date falls on a holiday, the meeting will be held the following (third) Monday. Time: 1:00 pm Location: Somerset Public Library – 117 W. Main, Somerset. The media and public will be given 24-hour notice for any specialRead More…
2026 Dog Licenses are Now Available
Purchase your dog license(s) online anytime at the Perry County Auditor’s Office (Monday – Friday, 8 AM – 4 PM) or at the Perry County Dog Shelter (Tuesday – Saturday 9 AM – 5 PM). PURCHASE ONLINE Or catch us at the following Perry County District Library locations on these days and times: Corning Monday,Read More…
NEW LEXINGTON, OHIO (December 15, 2025) The Perry County Park District will be accepting applications for vacancies on the Board of Park Commissioners. Applicants are asked to submit a Cover Letter and Resume to: Mail to: Perry County Park District, PO Box 525, New Lexington, OH 43764 or Email the Park District All applications mustRead More…
The Perry County Job and Family Services Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was received on December 12, 2025. The MOU has been found to be compliant with the requirements in Ohio Administrative Code (OAC) rule 5180:3-1-26 The County Memorandum of Understanding to Address Child Abuse and Neglect.