BLOG: Lessons from the 1918 Pandemic
Listen here as Alvin Carlos shares some lessons we have learned from the Pandemic of 1918 that can help us during this modern day pandemic. https://youtu.be/P6uSz8hQi-I
April 2020
BLOG: Reducing Stress During Covid-19 Take Action Now!
There are many things that are likely causing stress for you right now due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Each person’s experiences of this situation are likely somewhat different, which means… Read More
Bethesda Restaurants Open for Take Out, Pick Up, and Delivery During Coronavirus Shutdown
Many restaurants have modified their hours and services in response to Gov. Larry Hogan’s ban on dine-in service at all Maryland restaurants and bars. One resource to determine the status… Read More
Local Non-Profit Offers Support During Pandemic Through STEM and Arts
Northwest High School junior Amber Briscoe has always had a love for STEM and arts. She decided to start the Arts and STEM 4 Hearts Foundation. Today, the non-profit organization is… Read More
Video Shows Young Ledecky Unfazed by Jordan’s Peek-a-boo Tactics
Five-time Olympic gold-medal winning swimmer Katie Ledecky, like many others, is excited about watching the highly acclaimed, ongoing documentary, The Last Dance, chronicling Michael Jordan’s final season with the Chicago… Read More
Maestra Latina de Montgomery Gana el Premio “Maestra Estrella del Año”
En medio de la crisis de salud mundial de COVID-19, el rol de los maestros ha sido determinante con las escuelas cerradas y la transición a una educación a distancia.… Read More
Council Approves Funding for COVID-19 Rental Assistance and Housing Stabilization
Local elected officials are working to make sure all residents have a roof over their heads during these unprecedented times. Montgomery County Councilmembers discussed housing stabilization and rental assistance funding during… Read More
Personas que No Califican para Beneficios Recibirán un Cheque del Condado
El Condado de Montgomery otorgará cheques a los residentes con ingresos inferiores al 50 por ciento del nivel federal de pobreza, que no califican para los beneficios federales o estatales… Read More
Call-n-Ride Taxi Program is Offering Delivery Services
Local taxi companies are delivering groceries and food to residents who are a part of the Call-n-Ride program, according to a statement from Montgomery County. Taxis will provide contactless delivery… Read More
No New Date Scheduled for Proposed Military Air Show Over Suburban Hospital
The U.S. Navy and U.S. Air Force have embarked on a multi-city flyover tour “in a show of national solidarity” in support of frontline responders, the two services wrote in… Read More
County Providing Face Coverings for Ride On Passengers Who Can’t Provide Their Own
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation launched a program today to provide face coverings for passengers on buses who don’t have their own. Face coverings are required during the coronavirus… Read More
Low-Income Residents Who Don’t Qualify for Benefits Will Get Check from County
Montgomery County will give out one-time checks to residents with incomes below 50 percent of the federal poverty level, who do not qualify for federal or state COVID-19 benefits. The… Read More