The County Council voted unanimously to approve Nina Ashford as Montgomery County’s new chief of Public Health Services.
Dr. Ashford is currently is a full-time faculty member at Tufts University School of Medicine, teaching foundational public health courses. Her salary with Montgomery County will be $190,000, according to a MyMCMedia report. County Executive Marc Elrich welcomed Dr. Ashford via social media on Tuesday morning. He wrote the following in his weekly message:
“Throughout her career, Dr. Ashford has shown a passion for eliminating health disparities and improving health outcomes. She has experience investigating grants and navigating complicated State and Federal regulations to help people that have historically been overlooked by the health care system. She has also done extensive work within the Medicare and Medicaid system. Most recently, she was a full-time faculty member at Tufts University School of Medicine, teaching foundational public health courses. She is bringing a wealth of experience to our County.
The Department of Health and Human Services is the largest department in County Government and is responsible for addressing the needs of our community’s most vulnerable children, adults and seniors. I am excited for Dr. Ashford to get started working for County residents.”
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FEST OF SPRING Caribbean Wine Food & Music Festival
Get ready to experience the vibrant colors, tantalizing flavors, and infectious rhythms of the Caribbean at the FEST OF SPRING Caribbean Wine Food & Music Festival! Hosted by RHU LLC, this exciting festival is set to take place on May 18, 2024, at the picturesque 16700 Barnesville Rd in Boyds, MD.
Step into a world where the Caribbean spirit comes alive! From 12:00 PM onwards, immerse yourself in a sensory journey that celebrates the unique culture, cuisine, and music of the Caribbean. Whether you’re an African American, a Reggae or Soca music enthusiast, a wine lover, or part of the vibrant Caribbean diaspora, this festival promises to delight and captivate you in every way.
