Local Group of MCPS Teachers Urging State of Maryland to Open A Mass Vaccine Site in MoCo
An advocacy group known as the Vaccine Hunters, comprised of eight Montgomery County Public School teachers, are encouraging residents to reach out to state and local officials to demand a mass vaccination site in the county.
Asian American Townhall on COVID-19 Vaccine Tonight at 7PM
There will be a virtual town hall tonight (February 23rd) discussing the COVID-19 vaccine in the Asian American community living in Montgomery County.
Conversation About COVID-19 Vaccine in the Black Community this Monday, February 22nd
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich and County Council members Will Jawando will be hosting a virtual event titled, “The Black Community and the COVID-19 Vaccine: Why Acceptance of the Vaccine is Important” on Monday, February 22nd at 7:30PM.
Montgomery County 911 Call Taker Recognized for Helping Gaithersburg Couple Deliver Baby
MoCo ABS Announces Winter Lottery
Montgomery County Alcohol Beverage Services (formerly DLC) will be holding several sets of lotteries for residents and licensees to purchase highly sought after distilled spirits. Registration for the lotteries begin February 21st.
List of Goverment Closures on President’s Day
From montgomerycounty.gov:
A Message from County Executive Marc Elrich: COVID-19 Vaccines Are Coming—Please Be Patient
We are going to overcome the COVID-19 health crisis that has gripped our lives for almost a year. And the best way to do this is by staying informed and exercising some patience.
Former Congresswoman Connie Morella Turns 90
Montgomery County’s Connie Morella turns 90 years old on February 12th. Morella was well known for being a beloved Republican elected in a heavily Democratic district, often winning reelection with over 70% of the vote.
Montgomery County Recreation is debuting a instructor-led sport and fitness programs at four community recreation centers beginning Tuesday, February 16.
The programs for youth and adults, known as RecFit–Limited, will be offered evenings at Bauer Drive, Nancy H. Dacek/North Potomac, Plum Gar and White Oak Community Recreation Centers. Registration is available on the County’s ActiveMontgomery website.
The following is a press release by Montgomery County:
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich, after consultation with County Health Officer Travis Gayles and based on data, has issued Executive Order 19-21AM that will reopen indoor dining at 25 percent capacity effective Sunday, Feb. 14, 2021 at 7 a.m. Under this Executive Order, indoor dining would be limited to a 90-minute dining period and alcohol sales will be suspended at 10 p.m. The executive order was approved today, Feb. 9, by the County Council.
Today the Montgomery County Council approved the executive order allowing indoor dining to return at 25% capacity with 90 minute time limit.
The full executive order with all amendments can be seen below.