Good morning, Hocking County. July's calendar in Perry County is filling up faster than a community swimming pool on the first hot day of summer. With everything from the Tri-County Career Center's special session on potential employee termination to Crooksville's hearing about increasing a permanent improvements levy, local government is certainly keeping busy during these warm months. Meanwhile, the county courthouse has been equally active, with recent sentencings ranging from community service to a substantial 6-9 year prison term for felonious assault.
Behind the scenes of community life, Lisa Leckrone and her team at Perry County Mobility Management have been quietly solving transportation challenges since 2018. Rather than operating vehicles themselves, they've mastered the art of connection—linking residents with essential rides to medical appointments, jobs, and shopping through creative partnerships. Their recent distribution of 106 free bike helmets to local children shows how sometimes the best solutions come not from reinventing the wheel, but simply making sure everyone has a safe ride.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
📅 Perry County announces packed schedule of public meetings in July. The Perry County Tribune has published a comprehensive list of upcoming local government and school board meetings. Notable events include the Tri-County Career Center Board's special session on July 7 regarding potential employee termination and Crooksville School District's public hearing on July 15 about increasing a permanent improvements levy. Meetings for county commissioners, village councils, and various school boards are scheduled throughout the month. All public entities are required to publicize their meeting details in advance.
⚖️ Perry County court hands down jail time for felony offenders. Jessica Collins and Christopher Vernon both received sentences for failing to comply with police orders, including community service and license suspensions. Mary Williams was convicted of possessing a fentanyl compound, receiving 109 days in jail plus treatment requirements. The heaviest sentence went to Donald Capps, who faces 6-9 years in prison for felonious assault with a gun specification. Meanwhile, Raesean Newman awaits sentencing after pleading guilty to multiple charges including child endangerment and escape.
🚲 Perry County Mobility Management is solving transportation challenges one ride at a time. Led by Lisa Leckrone since 2018, the agency connects residents with essential transportation services through community partnerships rather than providing direct rides. The team writes grants to fund initiatives like their recent distribution of 106 free bike helmets to local children. Primarily funded by the Ohio Department of Transportation, they help residents access medical appointments, employment, shopping, and community events. Citizens with transportation needs can call 740-342-5423 or email Leckrone directly for assistance.
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🙏 In Remembrance
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Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.
-1 Corinthians 13:4-5
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