Perry County News


Perry County, OH — The Perry County Board of Commissioners is proud to recognize the outstanding dedication and professionalism of the Perry County 9-1-1 Dispatch team. Following Commissioner Chase Bennett’s recent experience on September 8th, which required the use of emergency services, the Board extends its sincere gratitude to the entire dispatch team for theirRead More…


Angela McCord, Perry County Commissioners Clerk and Candice Swingle, Deputy Clerk attended the County Commissioners Clerks Association Board Meeting. Following the meeting and lunch, they were given a guided tour of the Statehouse. Here’ they are pictured standing on our County! The CCC-EAPA is comprised of Ohio County Commissioners and Engineers administrative staff and wasRead More…


Step back in time and celebrate a new chapter in Perry County history! Join us for the official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony of the beautifully restored Perry County Courthouse, originally constructed in 1887 and lovingly brought back to its former glory in 2025. Date: October 3, 2025 Location: Perry County Courthouse | 105 N. Main Street,Read More…


Breakfast will return to Dodson’s in New Lexington this coming Tuesday, August 26, 2025. UPDATE: The restaurant is still awaiting inspections so we’ll be meeting at The Gathering Place (right next door). A breakfast buffet will be available for $10 per person (cash, please). Amy Frame, our Perry County JFS Director, will reflect on theRead More…


Electricians continued installing lights and devices on all floors. The HVAC crew continued working on equipment startup on all floors. CK framers continued access panel and cove ceiling installation. CK carpenters have continued to work on door hardware installation and woodwork for the transaction counter, and have begun installing the historic stair’s Newel posts. CK iron workers finished installing the handrails of the courthouse’s historic staircase and began the clock tower ladder installation. Roofers continued installing TPO on the east roof. Painters continued final coats on the ground and first floors. Elevator installation is ongoing.

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The Perry County Commissioners are proud to announce their continued support for the Perry County Job & Family Services’ 16th Annual Back to School Bash. This much-anticipated event has become a cornerstone of the community, providing local students and families with essential school supplies, resources, and a fun-filled day to celebrate the upcoming school year.Read More…


Electricians continued installing lights and devices on all floors. The HVAC crew continued working on equipment startup on all floors. CK framers continued access panel and cove ceiling installation. CK carpenters have continued to work on door hardware installation and woodwork for the transaction counter, and have begun installing the historic stair’s Newel posts. CK iron workers finished installing the handrails of the courthouse’s historic staircase and began the clock tower ladder installation. Roofers continued installing TPO on the east roof. Painters continued final coats on the ground and first floors. Elevator installation is ongoing.

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Electricians continued installing lights and devices on all floors. The HVAC crew continued working on equipment startup on all floors. CK framers continued access panel and cove ceiling installation. CK carpenters have continued to work on door hardware installation and woodwork for the transaction counter, and have begun installing the historic stair’s Newel posts. CK iron workers began installing the handrails of the courthouse’s historic staircase. The sealant crew caulked the ground floor base. Roofers have completed installing TPO on the south roof and are now working on the east. Painters continued final coats on the ground and first floors. Elevator installation is ongoing.

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Electricians continued installing lights and devices on all floors. The HVAC crew is now working on equipment startup on all floors. CK framers continued access panel and cove ceiling installation. CK carpenters have continued to work on door hardware installation, woodwork for the transaction counter, and exterior door installation. Plumbers have continued to install bathroom fixtures and finished the generator tie-in. Painters continued final coats on the ground and first floors, and the faux painter began painting the corridor walls on the first floor.

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The Perry County Commissioners Ben Carpenter, Scott Owen, and Chase Bennett, proudly recognized the outstanding achievements of the 2025 4-H Still Project award winners on Monday, July 14th. The commissioners expressed their admiration for the hard work and dedication of the young participants, who embody the 4-H motto, “Making the Best Better.”These Rosettes recognize ourRead More…