Coronavirus

August 5, 2021 | Staff Writer

MCPS Offers Resources For Students To Get Ready for Back to School

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the past year has been a whirlwind, especially for students. As the beginning of the school year approaches, Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) prepared some math, literacy, and languages resources online for students and families. They allow students to review and practice their skills so they are ready to go […]

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August 5, 2021 | Deirdre Byrne

Watch Live: Hogan to Provide COVID-19 Update at 2 P.M.

Gov. Larry Hogan will provide an update on the state’s COVID-19 response on Thursday at 2 p.m. Hogan’s press briefing will be streamed live on Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube. It is unclear what Hogan will be announcing. According to WTOP, Hogan said on Tuesday at a news conference in Baltimore that officials are not considering […]

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August 5, 2021 | Jordan Lindsay

5 Things to Know Today, Aug. 5, In Montgomery County

Today is Thursday, Aug. 5, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1.Board Votes On Mask Mandate: The Montgomery County Council, sitting as the Board of Health, will meet today at 2:00 p.m. to vote on a Board of Health regulation to reinstate indoor masking if local COVID-19 transmission rates increase. The meeting will […]

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August 4, 2021 | Michelle Queen

Montgomery County COVID-19 Transmission Rate Increases Wednesday

Montgomery County continues to see a moderate level of COVID-19 community transmission. As of Tuesday, the CDC reported Montgomery County has a rate of 48.54 new cases per 100,000 persons. The next level of community transmission defined by the CDC is “substantial” which is defined as 50 to 99.99 total new cases per 100,000 persons […]

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August 4, 2021 | Maryam Shahzad

After Pandemic Cancellation Last Year, Police and Residents Connect In-Person for National Night Out

Montgomery County leaders and public safety officials joined residents at neighborhood events Tuesday for National Night Out. The annual event is meant for police to connect with residents and for leaders to encourage community relationships with law enforcement. Residents could also learn about crime prevention and other safety information or about county resources like COVID-19 […]

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August 4, 2021 | Jordan Lindsay

Elrich: ‘The Vaccine Makes A Difference In How This Virus Will Spread’

As the delta variant sweeps the nation, local leaders are concerned about the recent uptick in COVID-19 case rates. County officials project that the trend will continue as more cases are expected within the next few days. “We have a remarkable number of people vaccinated, but even with that, delta is finding a way to […]

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August 4, 2021 | Andrea Sarralde

Rockville Ahora Requiere el uso de Cubiertas Faciales Dentro de los Edificios de la Ciudad

La ciudad de Rockville anunció el martes que el cubrimiento facial es obligatorio para todos los visitantes de las instalaciones de Rockville. Según un comunicado de prensa, el nuevo requisito se aplica a todo el personal y visitantes de dos años de edad o más, independientemente de su estado de vacunación. El administrador de la […]

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August 4, 2021 | Michelle Queen

City of Rockville Now Requires Face Masks Inside City Buildings

The City of Rockville announced Tuesday that face coverings are mandatory for all visitors to Rockville facilities. According to a news release, the new requirement applies to all staff and visitors aged two and older regardless of their vaccination status. Rockville City Manager Rob DiSpirito announced the policy “out of an abundance of caution for health, […]

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August 4, 2021 | Maryam Shahzad

5 Things to Know Today, Aug. 4, In Montgomery County

Today is Wednesday, Aug. 4, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. County Media 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 […]

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August 3, 2021 | Michelle Queen

Tuesday Montgomery COVID-19 Community Transmission Remains Moderate

Montgomery County continues to see a moderate level of COVID-19 community transmission as reported by the CDC. July 27 the CDC revised face mask guidance due to the increase in COVID-19 cases across the country. The new guidance recommends face masks be worn indoors in areas of substantial transmission regardless of vaccination status. Last week […]

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