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Health & Human Services

DHHS Launches Spanish YouTube Shorts on Maternal Health Services

Montgomery County DHHS releases Spanish-language YouTube Shorts covering pregnancy support, insurance options, and the Montgomery Perinatal Program.

DHHS· Feb 11, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “LHI Community Connections - February 11th”
Feb 11
Health & Human Services

LHI Releases Two Spanish Climate and Health Reels

Latino Health Initiative publishes two new Spanish-language short videos on seasonal affective disorder and reducing single-use plastics.

DHHS· Feb 11, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “LHI Community Connections - February 11th”
Feb 11
Health & Human Services

Facebook Live in Spanish on Marijuana and Teen Brain Health

LHI hosts Spanish-language Facebook Live on marijuana's effects on adolescent brains, with Q&A for parents, Feb. 24 at noon.

DHHS· Feb 11, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “LHI Community Connections - February 11th”
Feb 11
Local Economy

MCEDC Awards Learning Undefeated $250K+ in STEM Grants Since 2021

The Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation has granted Learning Undefeated more than $250,000 through its High-Impact Grants program since 2021.

MCDOT· Feb 11, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Ride On Bus System Opens Doors to Science, Technology Opportunities for Students”
Feb 11
Transportation

Ride On Eliminated All Fares Countywide in June 2025

Montgomery County made all Ride On bus rides fare-free for every rider starting June 2025.

MCDOT· Feb 11, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Ride On Bus System Opens Doors to Science, Technology Opportunities for Students”
Feb 11
Health & Human Services

Commission on Aging Honors Three Groups with Heyman Award

Montgomery Connects, Holiday Park Seniors, and Maryland Senior Olympics received the 2025 Austin Heyman Community for a Lifetime Award.

DHHS· Feb 11, 2026· 0 links
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Commission on Aging Honors Three Organizations with the ‘Austi…”
Feb 11
Health & Human Services

JSSA Offers Paid Teen Mental Health First Aid Training in February

MCPS high school students aged 15+ can earn $100 by completing JSSA's three-session mental health first aid training in Feb.

Stewart· Feb 11, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Keeping Up With Kate: Celebrating Black History Month”
Feb 11
Finance

VITA Free Tax Assistance Program Kicks Off for 2026

Montgomery County's VITA Partnership launched its 2026 season offering free tax help to income-eligible households.

Stewart· Feb 11, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Keeping Up With Kate: Celebrating Black History Month”
Feb 11
Health & Human Services

2026 Homeless Point in Time Count Draws 200+ Volunteers

Montgomery County's 2026 Point in Time Count was conducted overnight Feb. 4, with more than 200 volunteers participating.

Stewart· Feb 11, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Keeping Up With Kate: Celebrating Black History Month”
Feb 11
Other

MD Birth Certificate Modernization Act Advances in Legislature

SB 626 would simplify the process for updating sex designations on Maryland birth certificates.

Stewart· Feb 11, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Keeping Up With Kate: Celebrating Black History Month”
Feb 11
Housing & Real Estate

MD Good Cause Eviction Bill Would Protect Renters

HB 774/SB 462 would let counties prohibit landlords from refusing lease renewals without good cause.

Stewart· Feb 11, 2026· 2 links
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Keeping Up With Kate: Celebrating Black History Month”
Feb 11
Transportation

Metro Funding Modification Act of 2026 Under Review

HB 386/SB 281 would restructure Maryland's funding to WMATA, moving toward more stable transit financing.

Stewart· Feb 11, 2026· 2 links
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Keeping Up With Kate: Celebrating Black History Month”
Feb 11
Finance

MD Bill Would Authorize County-Level Child Tax Credit

HB 363/SB 468 would let Maryland counties offer an income tax credit for certain dependent children.

Stewart· Feb 11, 2026· 2 links
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Keeping Up With Kate: Celebrating Black History Month”
Feb 11
Environment

MD Bill Would Require Individual Unit Water Meters

HB 220/SB 130 would regulate individual unit water meters and limit excess fees, spurred by issues at the Grand.

Stewart· Feb 11, 2026· 2 links
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Keeping Up With Kate: Celebrating Black History Month”
Feb 11
Other

Council Briefed on Winter Storm Fern Snow Operations

The County Council received a Feb. 3 briefing on Winter Storm Fern snow operations; a full-Council follow-up is planned.

Stewart· Feb 11, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Keeping Up With Kate: Celebrating Black History Month”
Feb 11
Public Safety

Shooting at Wootton High School, Suspect in Custody

A shooting at Wootton High School on Monday left one person injured; the shooter has been charged and is in custody.

Stewart· Feb 11, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Keeping Up With Kate: Celebrating Black History Month”
Feb 11
Transportation

MARC Train Runs Holiday Schedule on All Three Lines Feb. 16

MARC Train will operate an R (reduced) holiday schedule on the Penn, Camden, and Brunswick lines on Presidents' Day, Feb. 16.

MCDOT· Feb 11, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Transportation Holiday Schedule for Presidents’ Day on Monday, Feb. 16”
Feb 11
Transportation

Metrorail, Metrobus on Weekend Schedule Presidents' Day

Metrorail runs 5 a.m.–midnight on a Weekend schedule; Metrobus operates a Saturday +Supplemental schedule on Feb. 16.

MCDOT· Feb 11, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Transportation Holiday Schedule for Presidents’ Day on Monday, Feb. 16”
Feb 11
Transportation

County Parking Free in Bethesda, Silver Spring, Wheaton Feb. 16

County public garages, lots, and curbside meters in Bethesda, Silver Spring, and Wheaton will be free on Presidents' Day, Feb. 16.

MCDOT· Feb 11, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Transportation Holiday Schedule for Presidents’ Day on Monday, Feb. 16”
Feb 11
Transportation

TRiPS Commuter Store Has Reduced Hours Presidents' Day

The TRiPS Commuter Store at Silver Spring Transit Center will be open 10 a.m.–4 p.m. on Feb. 16; the Mobile Store will be closed.

MCDOT· Feb 11, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Transportation Holiday Schedule for Presidents’ Day on Monday, Feb. 16”
Feb 11
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