It’s Wednesday, March 16, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County.
1. Weekly Briefing: County Executive Marc Elrich and health leaders will hold their media briefing at 12:30 p.m. Residents can watch live on MCM channels 21 and 995 (HD), County Cable Montgomery and on the county’s Facebook page and YouTube channel.
📢 @MontCoExec Marc Elrich will provide #COVID19 updates at his weekly media briefing tomorrow at 12:30 p.m. (Wednesday, March 16).
📺 Watch live on Facebook and @CountyCableMoCo. 💻 For more info ➡️ https://t.co/NDRFqodzUX. pic.twitter.com/mDGXUkECRM
— Montgomery County MD (@MontgomeryCoMD) March 15, 2022
2. At-Home PCR Test Kits: Starting today, county residents can pick up free at-home COVID-19 PCR test kits at several recreation centers and the Dennis Avenue Health Center. See more here.
3. Drive-Thru Food Distribution: Stop by Watkins Mill Elementary School in Montgomery Village from 1-2:30 p.m. to receive boxed groceries in your car. See other free food resources here.
4. Libraries: Check out virtual and in-person programming offered today with Montgomery County Public Libraries.
5. ICYMI: Yesterday, the county council introduced a bill reaffirming their support of public health officials and against racist and homophobic messaging. They pointed to harassment of former County Health Officer Dr. Travis Gayles.
And as a reminder to our loyal readers…Find the latest coronavirus news updates in Montgomery County here.
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