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August 5, 2021 | Maryam Shahzad

Hogan Announces Vaccination Requirements for State Employees Working in Congregate Settings

Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan announced new COVID-19 vaccination requirements for state employees who work in congregate settings with vulnerable populations. State employees working in these settings must show proof of coronavirus vaccination, Hogan announced at a press conference Thursday. If they cannot, they will be required to follow strict face mask requirements and must submit […]

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August 5, 2021 | Andrea Sarralde

MCPS Ofrece Recursos para que los Estudiantes se Preparen para el Regreso a Clases

Debido a la pandemia de COVID-19, el año pasado ha sido un torbellino, especialmente para los estudiantes. A medida que se acerca el comienzo del año escolar, las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Montgomery (MCPS) prepararon algunos recursos de matemáticas, alfabetización e idiomas en línea para estudiantes y familias. Estos recursos permiten que los estudiantes […]

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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 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 | 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 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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August 2, 2021 | Michelle Queen

Montgomery County COVID-19 Cases and Community Transmission Rate on the Rise

Montgomery County has seen an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases since early July and may reinstate the indoor mask mandate. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), Montgomery County leads the state with nearly 80% of its population vaccinated with at least 1 dose. While other areas of the country with fewer vaccinated […]

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