Montgomery Community Media

On March 5, 2020, Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan announced the first three official COVID-19 cases in the state — all in Montgomery County. As of March 5, 2021, Montgomery County has reported 63,796 cases and 1,379 deaths. The following is a timeline of events and stories related to the pandemic, beginning in January 2020: On […]

Rōti Modern Mediterranean opened a new location in Chevy Chase this week. The fast-casual restaurant, which is located at 4461 Willard Avenue, features Mediterranean food with sustainably sourced ingredients. https://www.instagram.com/p/CL92kZcBNyv/ “We can’t wait for the Chevy Chase community to experience Rōti,” Nico Nieto, Rōti’s head of marketing, said in a statement. “The way we think […]

Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich delivered his annual State of the County Address Friday morning. Elrich focused his speech on the COVID-19 pandemic’s past and future. He said one year ago to the date, March 5, the first coronavirus cases were reported in Maryland — in Montgomery County. Gov. Larry Hogan declared a state of […]

The Montgomery County Council sent a letter to Governor Larry Hogan to detail the racial inequities occurring in pre-registration  and vaccine distribution. The Council stated that people of color must be prioritized in receiving the COVID-19 vaccine. Councilmember Will Jawando who led this effort, said that it is crucial younger members get vaccinated sooner. “The […]

Three drivers were taken to a hospital Friday morning following a five-vehicle crash on the I-495 Outer Loop in Montgomery County, Maryland State Police (MSP) said. The crash occurred around 9 a.m. between Georgia and Connecticut Avenues. All outer loop lanes were temporarily closed and four vehicles were towed from the scene. All lanes are […]

Today is Friday, March 5, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County: 1. State of the County Address:  County Executive Marc Elrich will deliver his prerecorded “State of the County” address at 11 a.m. today on the anniversary of the first reported cases of COVID-19 in the county and the state. Watch […]

Today is Thursday, March 4 and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. COVID-19 Vaccine Information: Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services Clinics are currently vaccinating  groups 1A (all tiers) and 1B (Tier 1: ages 75 and up). Preregistration is open for groups 1A,1B, and 1C. Click here for additional information. […]

The Montgomery County health department (DHHS) is preparing to begin COVID-19 vaccinations for Priority Groups 1B, tiers 2 and 3, and Group 1C Tier 1, to include residents ages 65-74, County Health Officer Dr. Travis Gayles said during a media briefing Wednesday. Within the last week, the county has doubled down on sending vaccine appointment […]

Today is Wednesday, March 3 and here are five things to know in Montgomery County: 1. Weekly County COVID-19 Briefing: County Executive Marc Elrich, County Health Officer Dr. Travis Gayles and Emergency Management Director Dr. Earl Stoddard will hold their weekly media briefing at 12:30 p.m. You can watch live on MCM channels 21 and 995 […]

Today is Tuesday, March 2 and here are five things to know in Montgomery County: 1. County COVID-19 Testing Clinics: Free COVID-19 testing is available throughout the county at eight testing sites today. 2. Council in Virtual Session: The Montgomery County Council meets at 9 a.m. and here’s a look at the agenda for the meeting. The meeting will […]