Elrich Clarifies Confusion Over CDC’s ‘Wrongly Interpreted’ New Mask Guidance
County leaders are well aware that many people in the community – and across the country – are confused about the new CDC face mask guidelines for those who are… Read More
Reopening Montgomery
Elrich On Reopening: ‘Just Because We’re Getting Better Doesn’t Mean We’re Done With This’
Montgomery County will look more “normal” soon. Local leaders say now that 50% of residents are fully vaccinated, the county is 10 days away from aligning with state guidance and… Read More
County Relaxing COVID-19 Restrictions but Still Working on Getting More Residents Vaccinated
As of May 28, there will be no capacity limits for outdoor gatherings and indoor gatherings will be limited to 250 people, explained Robert Drummer, senior legislative attorney. Face coverings… Read More
Gaithersburg, Rockville Senior Centers to Reopen in June
As more residents become fully vaccinated, the cities of Rockville and Gaithersburg announced that their senior centers will reopen June 14. Montgomery County previously announced that two of its seven… Read More
With 50% of Residents Fully Vaccinated, County Announces May 28 Phase 3 Reopening
Montgomery County has reached a significant milestone triggering Phase 3 of reopening. According to county officials, now that nearly 50% of residents are fully vaccinated, additional capacity and distancing restrictions… Read More
With 50% of Residents Fully Vaccinated, County Prepares to End COVID Restrictions on May 28
Montgomery County is expected to follow the state’s lifting of Covid-19-related restrictions on May 28 now that more than 50% of its residents are fully vaccinated. According to a memo… Read More
Riemer Warns More Reopenings Mean ‘We Are Painting Ourselves Into a Corner’ with Schools
Councilmember Hans Riemer is concerned schools are not being prioritized when it comes to Montgomery County’s reopening strategy. “Yes small businesses are paying a price from covid, kids are paying… Read More
Councilmember Riemer: Montgomery County’s Reopening Efforts Should Prioritize Students
Montgomery County Councilmember Hans Riemer is concerned that Montgomery County isn’t prioritizing getting students back into the classroom. In a letter sent to county residents Monday, Riemer explained why he… Read More
It’s Not Too Late for Businesses to Apply For Reopen Montgomery Grant Program
Good news for businesses in need of financial assistance to reopen safely amid the COVID-19 health crisis – it’s not too late to apply for county grant funding. The Reopen… Read More
Updated Phase 2 Guidelines Allows Museums, Art Galleries, Bowling Alleys to Reopen
On Monday, Montgomery County updated its phase 2 reopening guidelines with the unanimous approval by the County Council. Here’s what the updated guidelines now allow for: Museums and art galleries… Read More
Montgomery County Recreation Cancels Summer Camps
Montgomery County Recreation announced on Friday that late-summer modified camps are canceled. Officials with the department say they are working to process refunds. All summer camp payment plans have also been… Read More
Five Things to Know for June 4 in Montgomery County
It’s Thursday, June 4. Here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. COVID-19 Rent Assistance Program: Montgomery County is offering partial rent suport to low-income residents who have… Read More