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Published June 22, 2022 at 12:04PM

““It is good news that this last age group is now eligible to receive their vaccine doses,” said County Executive Marc Elrich. “We know that many parents are anxious to get their babies and young children vaccinated as quickly as possible. As we have seen with previous vaccine roll-outs, we expect great demand over the next couple of weeks for these vaccines with limited supply available. Because the majority of the vaccines are going to private pediatric providers, we encourage all parents to check with their pediatrician’s office before using our website to sign up for an appointment,” he said. “I am grateful for the preparation, planning and outreach efforts from DHHS and our community partners to ensure equitable access to these vaccines,” he continued. “Getting vaccinated and boosted is important to our COVID mitigation efforts, and we continue to encourage everyone to make sure they are up to date on their vaccinations.”

When vaccine supply is available, new appointments will be posted at 3 p.m. at www.GoVaxMoCo.com. County-operated clinics for this age group will focus on weekend clinics and will include some weekday evening hours. Appointments are required at this time. The County will continue to receive doses from the Maryland Department of Health (MDH), with the majority of doses going to private physicians and pharmacies.

MoCo

Montgomery County to Open Applications for Hotel Relief Grants on Friday, July 1

By Patrick Herron

Published June 22, 2022 at 11:57AM

Applications, when available, can be found online at the Montgomery County Business Portal. Applications will be accepted through July 22. The business portal will include program details, including eligibility requirements and frequently asked questions.

“There are few industries that have been impacted as significantly from the pandemic as our hospitality businesses,” said Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich. “Our leisure and hospitality businesses employ approximately 12 percent of our County’s workforce and the World Tourism Organization has predicted that this sector will not recover fully until 2024. It is imperative that we continue to assist this industry’s recovery efforts in order to help them support their workforce. I encourage all County hotels and B and B’s to apply for this newest round of grants.”

I-270

270 Sinkhole Repairs Could Last Until July 4

By Patrick Herron

Published June 22, 2022 at 11:12AM | Updated June 22, 2022 at 11:48AM

On Tuesday, MCDOT announced that Ride On bus service routes 70,71,73,78,79, and 100 will experience detours for up to two weeks, effective immediately.

🚧ICYMI🚧
Last week, @MDSHA began a resurfacing project on I-270 south of MD 109 in @MontgomeryCoMD Expect lane closures on southbound I-270 in this area, between 7:00pm-4:00am each night until mid-July 2022. (weather permitting)

Health

All Marylanders Six Months and Older Now Eligible for COVID-19 Vaccine

By Patrick Herron

Published June 22, 2022 at 9:53AM

COVID-19 vaccines are now available for Marylanders six months and older, according to the Maryland Department of Health. Visit https://montgomerycountymd.gov/covid19/vaccine/ for information on vaccine clinics in Montgomery County.

“We welcome having COVID-19 vaccines to help protect our youngest Marylanders against severe illness, hospitalization, or even death from this virus and strongly encourage parents to vaccinate their children,” said MDH Secretary Dennis R. Schrader. “We have been preparing to receive these COVID-19 vaccines and, utilizing our vast network of pediatricians, family practitioners, federally qualified health centers, pharmacies, and local health departments, will begin distributing them equitably across the state right away.”

Business

Germantown’s Senseonics Earns Approval Necessary to Take Longest Lasting Diabetes Device International

By MCS Staff

Published June 22, 2022 at 9:39AM

Senseonics Holdings, Inc. (NYSE American: SENS) a medical technology company based in Germantown that focuses on the development and manufacturing of long-term, implantable continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems for people with diabetes, today announced that it has received CE Mark approval for the next-generation Eversense® E3 CGM System, the longest-lasting system available, with exceptional accuracy. The CE Mark approval confirms that the Eversense E3 meets the requirements of the European Medical Device Regulation (MDR), and enables the commercialization of Eversense E3 in European Union (EU) member countries. Senseonics’ commercial partner, Ascensia Diabetes Care, will make the improved system, which can be used for up to 6 months, available from the third quarter of 2022.

Per the press release: “The CE Mark approval for E3 is another demonstration of our commitment to advancing implantable CGM to improve the lives of more diabetes patients worldwide. Not only does E3 strengthen our position in the market, but it enables increased operational efficiency as Senseonics will now commercialize the same product iteration globally for the first time,” said Tim Goodnow, PhD, President and Chief Executive Officer of Senseonics. “We are excited for Ascensia to continue to build on the momentum of the E3 launch in the U.S. as they commercialize the improved system in European markets in the coming months.”

Business

Rockville’s Emmes Supports Groundbreaking Anal Cancer Study Sponsored by the National Cancer Institute

By MCS Staff

Published June 22, 2022 at 9:27AM

Treatment of Precursor Lesions Was Found to Significantly Reduce the Risk of Progression to Anal Cancer, with Study Results Highlighted in the New England Journal of Medicine

Emmes, a global, full-service clinical research organization (CRO) based in Rockville that is dedicated to supporting the advancement of public health and biopharmaceutical innovation, last week announced that a team of its researchers contributed to a successful AIDS Malignancy Consortium (AMC) study. Results of the study, which demonstrated that treating and removing anal cancer precursor lesions reduced the cancer risk for HIV-infected men and women, were published in the New England Journal of Medicine. The Phase 3 trial results included 4,446 participants at 21 clinical sites across the U.S. and Puerto Rico.

Gaithersburg

‘BBQ Bonanza’ for Residents 55+ Today at 10am in Gaithersburg

By Patrick Herron

Published June 22, 2022 at 9:16AM

Montgomery County will be hosting ‘BBQ Bonanza’ for residents 55+ today from 10am-2pm at Smokey Glen Farm (1607 Riffle Ford Road, Gaithersburg). Details below courtesy of Montgomery County:

On Wednesday, more than 400 older adults from across Montgomery County will head to Smokey Glen Farm for a “BBQ Bonanza,” a fun filled day of great food and activities put together by Montgomery County Recreation.

Bethesda

Bethesda’s JBG SMITH Named Top Workplace in the Washington Area by the Washington Post

By MCS Staff

Published June 22, 2022 at 8:57AM

JBG SMITH, (NYSE: JBGS), a leading owner and developer of high-quality, mixed-use properties in the Washington, DC market that is based in Bethesda, is proud to announce it has been named one of The Washington Post’s 2022 Top Workplaces in the region. In addition to the Top Workplace recognition, JBG SMITH earned four Culture Excellence Awards, including Leadership, Innovation, Compensation & Benefits, and Purpose & Values.

Per the Press Release: Now in its ninth year, The Post’s Top Workplaces highlights the companies that are leaders in the Washington area as chosen by their own employees through an anonymous third-party survey. The survey, administered by research partner Energage, LLC, was completed by employees earlier this year and measures several aspects of workplace culture, including alignment, execution, and connection.

Education

Universities at Shady Grove Announces DSF-Idea Foundation Scholarship

By MCS Staff

Published June 22, 2022 at 8:17AM

The CEO of Rockville-based DSFederal, a healthcare IT and data analytics government contractor, Parker noted that her gift stems from her belief that higher education is the gateway to a better future for young people in our region. She was a 2019 inductee into the Montgomery County Business Hall of Fame, an annual event which also benefits students at USG with scholarships.

“USG is providing opportunities for students locally to not only earn degrees from top Maryland universities, but also to achieve their career goals working for companies in Montgomery County,” said Parker. “We feel strongly that this is the right thing to do, as all of us at DSFederal are dedicated to making the world a better place.”

MoCoSnow

Flood Watch for Northwest MoCo From 3pm Through This Evening

By MCS Staff

Published June 22, 2022 at 7:44AM

There is a Flood Watch in effect this afternoon, Wednesday, June 22, for Northwest MoCo that will begin at 3pm through this evening. Today will start with plenty of us with temperatures reaching the upper 80s and feeling like the mid to upper 90s. Thunderstorms are expected to roll in during the late afternoon hours. Per the National Weather Service:

Maryland

Maryland is 2022’s 8th Worst State for Summer Road Trips, According to Study

By MCS Staff

Published June 22, 2022 at 7:37AM

With nearly 80% of U.S. adults saying they will take some sort of road trip this summer, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on 2022’s Best & Worst States for Summer Road Trips. Their road trip report found that Maryland ranks 43^rd nationally for summer driving, which puts our state at the 8th worst, and you can read more about why below.

Per the article, “Deciding to take a trip is the easy part, though. Picking a destination and affording everything you want to pack into your itinerary is harder. Gas prices might be one thing to worry about, for example. They’ve been growing this year, with the national average at over $4 per gallon now. On top of that, you’ll need to consider accommodations, activities and dining. All of these certainly contribute to the more than $751 billion we spend on leisure travel each year.”