Education

MCPS anticipates and is expecting an extended closure, per a letter sent to the community today.

“ While state officials have only announced a two-week emergency closure at this time, we are anticipating and actively preparing for the very real possibility of an extended closure. We expect to hear from our state officials in the coming days. Our preparation includes designing plans for innovative, remote student instruction (continuity of learning) that uses multiple tools (for example, online, TV and telephone and hard copy packets) to provide teaching and learning. We are also gathering and finalizing distribution plans for digital devices that will help ensure our students can fully engage in this new model. These devices will be prioritized for students in need.”


Gaithersburg

Mynd Spa, formerly known as the Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa, has informed all employees that they are laid off and is closing all 25+ locations across the country.

The company has released the following statement, “It is with sadness and disappointment that Mynd Spa and Salon has permanently closed.”


MoCo

Stay home, stock up, and eat healthy with the help of MightyMeals, a local meal prep delivery service. MightyMeals is a convenient, healthy meal delivery service made with locally sourced ingredients by chefs!

Their mission is to provide you with the highest quality, healthy food. It is their top priority to maintain the highest level of cleanliness in their kitchen.


MoCo

Restaurants in Montgomery County can temporarily sell beer and wine for takeout and delivery until Gov. Larry Hogan’s executive order to close restaurants ends.

Restaurants can only use their own employees as delivery of alcohol through third-party services (GrubHub, Uber Eats, Postmates, etc.) is not allowed.


Clarksburg

Simon Property Group, who owns and operates Clarksburg Premium Outlets, announced they will be closing until March 29th.

“After extensive discussions with federal, state and local officials and in recognition of the need to address the spread of COVID-19, Simon will close all of its retail properties, including Malls, Premium Outlets and Mills in the U.S.  This measure will take effect from 7pm local time today and will end on March 29.”


Restaurant

Jollibee is coming to Wheaton Mall.

The Filipino fast food chain has over 1,300 locations worldwide and offers a Items such as Chicken Joy (a fried chicken dish), the Yumburger (the house burger), Jolly spaghetti (a sweet spaghetti dish that includes ground beef, hot dog pieces, and ham), and many other products that are a mix between traditional Filipino fare and American-influenced cuisine.


Damascus

March 18 UPDATE: Jimmie Cone has announced that they have “made the very difficult decision to close up shop while this crisis continues. We are so appreciative of all those who came and enjoyed some ice cream yesterday- your support means the world to us! We value the health of our employees, our customers and the communities where we do business. Check back here for a future opening date.”

Jimmie Cone is open for the season!


Beyond MoCo

BREAKING: Maryland Governor Larry Hogan has enacted an executive order to shut down all bars, restaurants, movie theaters, and gyms across the state at 5pm today (while allowing drive-thru, carry-out, and food delivery service to continue).

Utilities and cable/internet cannot be turned off at this time.


View More Stories