Stay-at-Home orders require us to stay in the house, except for essential activities. Situations like these put some of our neighbors at increased risk for domestic violence or human trafficking. Call 1-888-3737-888 or text BeFree (233733) if you or someone you know needs help.

The next round of PPP funding is available starting tomorrow. This guide helps walk through some things businesses should do to be prepared.

Small businesses are a critical link of our economy, and we must do all that we can to support them during this crisis. As we move toward economic recovery, these grants will provide a critical bridge to small businesses who have not received other forms of assistance.

We’re excited to begin Baltimore County’s first Seats on the Streets program in Towson this weekend to ensure residents can safely enjoy some of their favorite places to eat. We’ll continue working with communities across our county to help local businesses recover from this pandemic.

Hear from an interesting panel today on the state of the regional economy on a webinar hosted by Baltimore County Department of Business and Workforce Development. Register on the link. baltimorecountymd.gov/Agencies/econo…

Today, we are announcing the Small Business COVID-19 Reimbursement Grant Program, a $3 million grant fund to reimburse service industry businesses for investments in critical improvements to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 and protect the health of employees and patrons.

Today, I’m nominating Leonard J. Howie III to serve as Baltimore County’s Director of Economic and Workforce Development. Howie formerly served as Maryland Secretary of the Department of Labor, Licensing, and Regulation.

Welcome to Baltimore County, Mr. Howie. I look forward to working with you as we keep building a #betterBaltimoreCounty. bizjournals.com/baltimore/news…

Proud to welcome Leonard Howie to Baltimore County! Leonard is an experienced and accomplished government leader. Excited for what’s in store for economic development and workforce under his leadership.

Our Equitable Policing Advisory Group is looking for public feedback on its interim report. Some solid and actionable recommendations in there, and this is an opportunity to hear more from residents. Comments can be sent to: [email protected]

Another way County Executive Kathy Klausmeier is trying to be responsive to the needs of our restaurant industry, joining efforts being led in Baltimore City and around the country. We can all continue to do our part by supporting our favorite local establishments.

We are proudly supporting the efforts to breathe new life into this Baltimore County dining institution! bizjournals.com/baltimore/news…

Simple policy changes can go a long way to improving the justice system. Proud to work for a boss willing to lead the way on meaningful reforms big and small.

As we begin our third year in office, I’m thrilled that these talented and dedicated public servants will put their experience and passion to work on behalf of all our residents and communities. baltimorecountymd.gov/county-news/20…

This story captures the horrific scenes of last week as vividly as any I’ve read. Thank you to the officers who rushed to the front lines to endure something that never should have happened. washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2021/…

Heartbreaking and devastating. May Dante Rest In Peace and his dedication to preventing the very violence that took his life never be forgotten.

"I was very pleasantly surprised at how well organized and efficiently the process was set up." So very proud of Baltimore County and how it's getting the job done -- vaccinating our residents effectively. baltimoresun.com/opinion/reader…

Well deserved recognition for two heroes of Baltimore County's COVID-19 response efforts.

Check out this article on MGA! mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/