Governor Hogan is holding a press conference to provide a Covid update to Marylanders.
Below you’ll see notes from his press conference, as tweeted by his Deputy Communications Director, Kata Hall:
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Quince Orchard High School Pauses Football Program Due to COVID-19 Outbreak
Quince Orchard High School is suspending it’s football program after six individuals at the high school have tested positve for COVID-19.
Dr. Travis Gayles Resigns as Montgomery County’s Public Health Officer
Dr. Travis Gayles will be leaving his position as the County’s Public Health Officer on Sept. 12. Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich released the following statement this morning after Gayles announced his decision.
The state of emergency in Maryland, which was first instituted on March 5, 2020 is set to expire tonight at midnight.
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Montgomery County Leaders Discussing Local Vaccine Passport
During Wednesdays weekly COVID-19 update, County Executive Marc Elrich said that he supported the development of a regional or statewide vaccination passport for entry into businesses such as gyms and restaurants.
Yesterday, Hank Dietle’s announced that it would require proof of vaccination or a negative covid test 48 hours prior to any event.
Soon after, popular DC Area live music venues, The Anthem, 9:30 Club, Merriweather Post Pavilion, and a Lincoln Theatre, released a joint message that they would also be requiring any patrons who attend live events to be vaccinated or provide proof of a negative covid test within 72 hours of a live event.
Hank Dietle’s Tavern recently reopened its doors after three years of being closed due to a fire in February of 2018.
Earlier today the oldest bar in MoCo, located at 11010 Rockville Pike in Rockville, shared that proof of vaccination or a negative covid test taken within 48 hours of any scheduled event will be required for entry.
Beyond MoCo: DC Mask Mandate Could Stay in Effect Through Thanksgiving, Depending on Vaccination Rates
NBC 4’s Mark Segraves tweeted today that according to DC health officials, the current mask mandate could last a few more weeks and possibly through Thanksgiving if vaccinations do not increase.
Per the State of Maryland:
ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan today announced “Don’t Wait, Vaccinate,” a new campaign to encourage parents and guardians to get their children caught up on routine vaccinations prior to the beginning of the new school year.
Montgomery County Fair Mask Update
Per The Montgomery County Agricultural Fair: