County Responds to Rise in COVID-19 Cases
As COVID-19 case numbers rise, county leaders say they continue to work with local hospitals to make sure they are prepared. During the county’s weekly virtual COVID-19 media briefing, Health… Read More
Dr. Travis Gayles
Five Things to Know Today, Nov. 12, in Montgomery County
Today is Thursday, Nov. 12, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County: 1.Weekly Virtual COVID-19 Media Briefing: Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich and the County’s Health Officer Dr. Travis… Read More
Council Passes CE Elrich’s Order to Reinstate Capacity Restrictions as COVID-19 Cases Rise
Montgomery County Councilmembers unanimously voted to end alcohol sales in restaurants and bars after 10 p.m. and to reduce gathering sizes from 50 to 25 people, citing increasing cases of… Read More
‘This Is Not Good’; Elrich, Officials Concerned About Uptick in COVID-19 Cases
There’s been an uptick in COVID-19 cases not only locally but also nationwide, according to health officials. During his weekly virtual media briefing on Wednesday, Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich… Read More
Health Officials Announce Revised Indicators; Reopening Rollbacks Evaluated
Amid a surge in COVID-19 cases, Montgomery County health officials announced revised indicators to guide potential rollbacks of Phase 2 reopening provisions. On Friday, Montgomery County Health Officer Dr. Travis… Read More
County Continues to Closely Monitor Uptick in COVID-19 Cases
Montgomery County continues to monitor the recent uptick in COVID-19 cases. According to health officials, there’s been an increase in cases locally and nationwide. “There are some smaller increases in… Read More
Dr. Gayles Discusses COVID-19 Contact Tracing Investigations at Non-Public Schools
During the county’s weekly virtual media briefing on Wednesday, Montgomery County Health Officer Dr. Travis Gayles provided an update regarding COVID-19 contact tracing investigations at non-public schools. Since last week,… Read More
COVID-19 Outbreak Linked to Montgomery County Youth Soccer Club
Montgomery County is investigating a COVID-19 outbreak linked to a youth soccer club that has now “spilled over” into a high school team, public health officials have confirmed. Over the… Read More
Officials Say County is in Better Position If COVID-19 Cases Spike This Fall
As we enter the fall and winter months, local officials say the county is more prepared if COVID-19 cases happen to spike- compared to when the virus first impacted this… Read More
Council Gets COVID-19 Update, Discusses Reopening Non-Public Schools and Alcohol Sales Extension
Montgomery County councilmembers received the weekly COVID-19 update from Dr. Earl Stoddard and Dr. Travis Gayles on Tuesday during a virtual meeting. Key topics of discussion included: Plans to enhance… Read More
County Providing Workshops to Non-Public Schools Due to Additional COVID-Like Illnesses
According to local health officials, the county continues to provide workshop services for non-public schools due to additional COVID-19 like illness experiences. Montgomery County Health Officer Dr. Travis Gayles says… Read More
Montgomery County Working with State on COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Plan
Montgomery County is working on a COVID-19 vaccine dissemination plan with the state and other local jurisdictions. There is currently no COVID-19 vaccine. Montgomery County Health Officer Dr. Travis Gayles… Read More