Five Things to Know Today, Jan. 12, in Montgomery County

Today is Tuesday, Jan. 12, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County:

1. COVID-19 Testing: Free COVID-19 testing is available throughout the county at nine testing sites today. The schedule of clinics may be found here.

2. Virtual Employment Expo: If you are over 50-years-old and looking for employment, a virtual Employment Expo is being held today from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Click here for more details.

3. State COVID-19 Relief Funds: On Monday, Governor Larry Hogan introduced the RELIEF Act of 2021, an emergency legislative package that will provide more than $1 billion in direct stimulus and tax relief for Maryland working families, small businesses, and those who have lost their jobs as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. This will include direct stimulus payments for low-to-moderate-income Marylanders, with benefits of up to $750 for families and $450 for individuals. Click here for more details.

4. Food Distribution Event: The UpCounty Consolidation Hub and Nourish Now are hosting a drive-thru food giveaway today at Germantown Elementary School from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Boxed groceries will be available while supplies last. Click here for a list of food distribution events happening throughout the county this week.

5. Winter Sports Registration: A friendly reminder from Montgomery Parks that ice skating, hockey, and tennis classes are open for registration.

One more thing: The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Week of Service event is approaching, and it will be virtual this year; here’s what you need to know.

And as a reminder to our loyal readers…Find the latest coronavirus news updates in Montgomery County here.

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