Montgomery Community Media

COVID-19 precaution measures were among the key topics at County Council President Sidney Katz’s monthly press conference on Monday. Maryland currently has five total confirmed cases and 62 negative tests for COVID-19. Four of those cases are in Montgomery County (one is in Harford County). On Monday, Governor Larry Hogan announced that he signed emergency […]

Governor Larry Hogan is taking steps to remove cost barriers for (coronavirus) COVID-19 testing. A directive that has been issued during the recent state of emergency requires all state health insurers to waive any cost-sharing, including co-payments, coinsurance, and deductibles. Additional details regarding the three confirmed COVID-19 cases in Montgomery County have also been released. Officials […]

The first three cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) in Maryland have been confirmed in Montgomery County, leading Governor Hogan to declare a state of emergency. Health officials say all three individuals contracted the disease during international travel, and are currently quarantined in their homes. Information regarding where the patients are located within the county has not […]

Precaution and preparation measures that are in place for the coronavirus were among the many topics discussed during MCPS Superintendent Jack Smith’s monthly press conference on Thursday. Deputy Superintendent Dr. Monifa McKnight says that the health and safety of all MCPS students is a top priority. The school system is working closely with the Department […]

Bite of Asia owner Jimmy Chan says business has slowed down significantly due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) fears. Located on Wisconsin Avenue in downtown Bethesda, Chan says since Jan. 15, his business has gone from making $4,000 per-day to about $1,000 per-day. He believes it stems from the stigma of people connecting the coronavirus, which originated […]

It’s Thursday, March 5 and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1.Mid-County Citizens Advisory Board Subcommittee Meeting: The Board provides advice and recommendations to the County Executive on policy and budget issues, planning and goal setting procedures, and legislative matters. Community problems, needs, and issues will be discussed. This meeting will take […]

As the coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to spread worldwide, prevention and preparation efforts are being taken locally to ensure the safety of all residents. On Tuesday, Montgomery County Councilmembers were briefed on the novel coronavirus by local health and emergency management officials. Health officials say the virus causes a respiratory illness that can range from mild to […]

Last month’s tornado near the Warrior Canine Connection headquarters in Boyds left a hefty amount of damage. No people or animals were injured but WCC is now facing the daunting task of rebuilding in order to continue providing highly trained service dogs to veterans and wounded warriors. Warrior Canine Connection hosted a Community Clean-up Day […]

A fire ravaged through a Sandy Spring home on Monday around 4:30 a.m. Officials with Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services say there were two people inside at the time, but they got out in time and had no injuries. About 75 firefighters responded to the home on the 18500 block of Brooke Road near […]

As the Coronavirus [COVID-19] continues to impact the world, Montgomery County first responders say they are prepared and have preventative measures in place in case the virus has a local impact. Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services has had an infectious disease task force in place in a joint effort with Montgomery County Health and […]