web01.fireside.fm Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:19:26 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) The County - Episodes Tagged with “Baltimore County” https://thecounty.fireside.fm/tags/baltimore%20county Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0500 With more than 800,000 residents, 175 miles of shoreline, one of the 25 largest school districts in the nation, diverse and growing industry sectors, and a wealth of beautiful open spaces, Baltimore County is an exciting place to live, work and play. Join us as we explore issues important to the county, introduce you to our vibrant communities, and highlight some of the best the county has to offer. en-us episodic Baltimore County Government's Podcast Baltimore County Government With more than 800,000 residents, 175 miles of shoreline, one of the 25 largest school districts in the nation, diverse and growing industry sectors, and a wealth of beautiful open spaces, Baltimore County is an exciting place to live, work and play. Join us as we explore issues important to the county, introduce you to our vibrant communities, and highlight some of the best the county has to offer. no Baltimore County Government baltcopodcasts@baltimorecountymd.gov Enjoy the Holidays in Baltimore County https://thecounty.fireside.fm/18 6c2448d9-e6a7-414d-96f3-b3deab3f4a3e Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0500 Baltimore County Government full Baltimore County Government Looking for fun events and activities to celebrate the holiday season? We preview a sample of some of the experiences being offered throughout the county this month. 3:07 no Baltimore County offers a wide array of festivities to celebrate the holidays. In this episode, Tom Yorke, Chief of Tourism for Baltimore County highlights some of the events and activities going on. Special Guest: Tom Yorke. Holidays, Christmas, fun, tree, markets, trains, ballet, Baltimore County, events, activities Baltimore County offers a wide array of festivities to celebrate the holidays. In this episode, Tom Yorke, Chief of Tourism for Baltimore County highlights some of the events and activities going on.

Special Guest: Tom Yorke.

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Special Guest: Tom Yorke.

]]> Breaking Ground on New School Buildings https://thecounty.fireside.fm/17 2fa378d8-12e5-477f-a4ae-641d6e317f00 Fri, 21 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0500 Baltimore County Government full Baltimore County Government An in depth look at 3 new school buildings being constructed in Baltimore County, with interviews from educators and students sharing their thoughts on the new schools. 5:39 no Baltimore County broke ground on three new school buildings this fall. These new buildings will usher learning in to the 21st century for these schools and their communities. In depth interviews with the educators and students who will benefit from these new buildings, as well as provide details on their construction and timelines. school, construction, Towson, Dulaney, Scotts Branch, students, learning, education, Baltimore County, building, teacher, principal Baltimore County broke ground on three new school buildings this fall. These new buildings will usher learning in to the 21st century for these schools and their communities. In depth interviews with the educators and students who will benefit from these new buildings, as well as provide details on their construction and timelines.

]]> Baltimore County broke ground on three new school buildings this fall. These new buildings will usher learning in to the 21st century for these schools and their communities. In depth interviews with the educators and students who will benefit from these new buildings, as well as provide details on their construction and timelines.

]]> Baltimore County Summer Restaurant Week https://thecounty.fireside.fm/14 f87650ca-2095-4988-84a9-cbbb1603d692 Thu, 10 Jul 2025 08:00:00 -0400 Baltimore County Government full Baltimore County Government Baltimore County Summer Restaurant Week kicks off on Friday July 11th. This event offers residents and visitors a chance to try new restaurants with special menus. 3:44 no Organized by Baltimore County Tourism, Baltimore County Restaurant Week is one of the County’s most anticipated biannual events. Over 40 restaurants are participating this year. We talk to Tom Yorke, Chief of Destination Marketing for Baltimore County's Department of Economic Workforce and Development on what residents and visitors can expect from this years' experience. Special Guest: Tom Yorke. restaurant, summer, week, Baltimore County, tourism, food, foodie, dining Organized by Baltimore County Tourism, Baltimore County Restaurant Week is one of the County’s most anticipated biannual events. Over 40 restaurants are participating this year. We talk to Tom Yorke, Chief of Destination Marketing for Baltimore County's Department of Economic Workforce and Development on what residents and visitors can expect from this years' experience.

Special Guest: Tom Yorke.

]]> Organized by Baltimore County Tourism, Baltimore County Restaurant Week is one of the County’s most anticipated biannual events. Over 40 restaurants are participating this year. We talk to Tom Yorke, Chief of Destination Marketing for Baltimore County's Department of Economic Workforce and Development on what residents and visitors can expect from this years' experience.

Special Guest: Tom Yorke.

]]> Discover Baltimore County https://thecounty.fireside.fm/9 9465caed-5c3a-4476-96f7-5e907e09cfa0 Fri, 20 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0500 Baltimore County Government full Baltimore County Government Discover Baltimore County is focused on highlighting the County’s diverse assets and encouraging visitors to explore everything the region has to offer, focusing on events around the holidays. 4:33 no Interview with Tom Yorke, Chief, for Destination Marketing and Communications for Baltimore County's Department of Economic and Workforce Development. We discuss the new website aimed at helping both locals and tourists find events, experiences, and destinations. Special Guest: Tom Yorke. discover, events, experience, guide, tourists, Baltimore county, holidays, Interview with Tom Yorke, Chief, for Destination Marketing and Communications for Baltimore County's
Department of Economic and Workforce Development. We discuss the new website aimed at helping both locals and tourists find events, experiences, and destinations.

Special Guest: Tom Yorke.

]]> Interview with Tom Yorke, Chief, for Destination Marketing and Communications for Baltimore County's
Department of Economic and Workforce Development. We discuss the new website aimed at helping both locals and tourists find events, experiences, and destinations.

Special Guest: Tom Yorke.

]]> Reimagine Recreation & Parks https://thecounty.fireside.fm/reimaginerecparks 72cea70e-6f10-48f3-aacc-74006b5abefc Tue, 16 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0400 Baltimore County Government full Baltimore County Government Celebrating it's 75th anniversary, Baltimore County's Recreation & Park department is undergoing several changes to bring it into the 21st century 15:03 no As Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks celebrates its 75th anniversary, the Department is leading a comprehensive effort to Reimagine Recreation and Parks, which outlines a long-term, community-driven roadmap to rethink the department based on national best practices. Special Guests: Bob Smith and Cortney Weinstock. parks, recreation, Baltimore County, reimagine, civic rec As Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks celebrates its 75th anniversary, the Department is leading a comprehensive effort to Reimagine Recreation and Parks, which outlines a long-term, community-driven roadmap to rethink the department based on national best practices.

Special Guests: Bob Smith and Cortney Weinstock.

]]> As Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks celebrates its 75th anniversary, the Department is leading a comprehensive effort to Reimagine Recreation and Parks, which outlines a long-term, community-driven roadmap to rethink the department based on national best practices.

Special Guests: Bob Smith and Cortney Weinstock.

]]> Meet the New County Administrative Officer https://thecounty.fireside.fm/newcountyadministrativeofficer 94618f19-6006-46a3-8a7c-1dcad6534aef Thu, 30 May 2024 06:00:00 -0400 Baltimore County Government full Baltimore County Government Interview with new County Administrative Officer D’Andrea Walker 8:36 no New County Administrative Officer D'Andrea Walker was appointed to the position by the County Executive & unanimously approved by the County Council in April. Under Walker’s leadership, Baltimore County’s Department of Public Works and Transportation modernized programs and improved services, including bringing back residential bulk trash collection for the first time since 1992, announcing plans to significantly extend the life of the County’s landfill, and launching the Towson Loop, Baltimore County’s first free locally operated transit service. Now as the County’s newest Administrative Officer, she will oversee the day-to-day operations as well as the efforts of the county’s various departments. Special Guest: D'Andrea Walker. county administrative officer, Baltimore County, D'Andrea Walker, New County Administrative Officer D'Andrea Walker was appointed to the position by the County Executive & unanimously approved by the County Council in April. Under Walker’s leadership, Baltimore County’s Department of Public Works and Transportation modernized programs and improved services, including bringing back residential bulk trash collection for the first time since 1992, announcing plans to significantly extend the life of the County’s landfill, and launching the Towson Loop, Baltimore County’s first free locally operated transit service.
Now as the County’s newest Administrative Officer, she will oversee the day-to-day operations as well as the efforts of the county’s various departments.

Special Guest: D'Andrea Walker.

]]> New County Administrative Officer D'Andrea Walker was appointed to the position by the County Executive & unanimously approved by the County Council in April. Under Walker’s leadership, Baltimore County’s Department of Public Works and Transportation modernized programs and improved services, including bringing back residential bulk trash collection for the first time since 1992, announcing plans to significantly extend the life of the County’s landfill, and launching the Towson Loop, Baltimore County’s first free locally operated transit service.
Now as the County’s newest Administrative Officer, she will oversee the day-to-day operations as well as the efforts of the county’s various departments.

Special Guest: D'Andrea Walker.

]]> The Bring Your Own Bag Act Explained https://thecounty.fireside.fm/byobaglaw 5803b67f-ca8b-46e8-867e-4e22cbb80232 Mon, 30 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400 Baltimore County Government full Baltimore County Government Baltimore County’s new Bring Your Own Bag Act goes into effect November 1. On this episode of 'The County,' Baltimore County's Bureau Chief of Solid Waste explains the goals and potential impact of the law, and answers frequently asked questions. 13:42 no Baltimore County’s new Bring Your Own Bag Act goes into effect November 1. On this episode of 'The County,' Baltimore County's Bureau Chief of Solid Waste explains the goals and potential impact of the law, and answers frequently asked questions. Special Guest: Nick Rodricks. byo bag, bring your own bag law, reusable bag, baltimore county Baltimore County’s new Bring Your Own Bag Act goes into effect November 1.

On this episode of 'The County,' Baltimore County's Bureau Chief of Solid Waste explains the goals and potential impact of the law, and answers frequently asked questions.

Special Guest: Nick Rodricks.

]]> Baltimore County’s new Bring Your Own Bag Act goes into effect November 1.

On this episode of 'The County,' Baltimore County's Bureau Chief of Solid Waste explains the goals and potential impact of the law, and answers frequently asked questions.

Special Guest: Nick Rodricks.

]]> Baltimore County Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month https://thecounty.fireside.fm/5 62e41faf-0bc7-4379-9361-58f708ebd51b Wed, 13 Sep 2023 01:00:00 -0400 Baltimore County Government full Baltimore County Government This episode of The County celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month, highlighting Baltimore County's first Immigrant Affairs Outreach Coordinator, Giuliana Valencia-Banks. It is presented in both English and Spanish, with the Spanish version beginning at 8:30. 19:48 no This episode of The County celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month, highlighting Baltimore County's first Immigrant Affairs Outreach Coordinator, Giuliana Valencia-Banks. It is presented in both English and Spanish, with the Spanish version beginning at 8:30. Special Guest: Giuliana Valencia-Banks. hispanic heritage month, baltimore county, barrier breakers This episode of The County celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month, highlighting Baltimore County's first Immigrant Affairs Outreach Coordinator, Giuliana Valencia-Banks. It is presented in both English and Spanish, with the Spanish version beginning at 8:30.

Special Guest: Giuliana Valencia-Banks.

]]> This episode of The County celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month, highlighting Baltimore County's first Immigrant Affairs Outreach Coordinator, Giuliana Valencia-Banks. It is presented in both English and Spanish, with the Spanish version beginning at 8:30.

Special Guest: Giuliana Valencia-Banks.

]]> Explore New Recreation Opportunities https://thecounty.fireside.fm/4 bf99afb4-c6fa-4d4c-808b-da6e50dca659 Fri, 25 Aug 2023 12:00:00 -0400 Baltimore County Government full Baltimore County Government On this episode of The County, we take a look at all the work Department of Recreation and Parks has done to improve recreational opportunities across Baltimore County. 5:41 no On this episode of The County, we take a look at all the work Department of Recreation and Parks has done to improve recreational opportunities across Baltimore County. recreation, parks, baltimore county On this episode of The County, we take a look at all the work Department of Recreation and Parks has done to improve recreational opportunities across Baltimore County.

]]> On this episode of The County, we take a look at all the work Department of Recreation and Parks has done to improve recreational opportunities across Baltimore County.

]]> Baltimore County Celebrates Pride Month https://thecounty.fireside.fm/3 5ffdabce-8677-451f-9ef8-d1669bc4077c Wed, 21 Jun 2023 14:00:00 -0400 Baltimore County Government full Baltimore County Government On this episode of The County, we sit down with the Baltimore County Police Department's first LGBTQIA+ Liaison, and travel to the Department of Recreation and Parks' annual Pride event! 7:53 no On this episode of The County, we sit down with the Baltimore County Police Department's first LGBTQIA+ Liaison, and travel to the Department of Recreation and Parks' annual Pride event! pride, lgbtqia, inclusion, baltimore county On this episode of The County, we sit down with the Baltimore County Police Department's first LGBTQIA+ Liaison, and travel to the Department of Recreation and Parks' annual Pride event!

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]]> Baltimore County Executive's FY24 Budget Proposal Explained https://thecounty.fireside.fm/fy24-budget e682c79f-dc41-4ee6-93c3-b5c0946ae952 Tue, 25 Apr 2023 12:00:00 -0400 Baltimore County Government full Baltimore County Government Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski explains his proposed FY24 budget and all that it means for employees, residents and visitors! 8:11 no Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski explains his proposed FY24 budget and all that it means for employees, residents, and visitors! Special Guest: County Executive Johnny Olszewski. budget, baltimore county, johnny olszewski, funding Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski explains his proposed FY24 budget and all that it means for employees, residents, and visitors!

Special Guest: County Executive Johnny Olszewski.

]]> Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski explains his proposed FY24 budget and all that it means for employees, residents, and visitors!

Special Guest: County Executive Johnny Olszewski.

]]> Baltimore County Celebrates Black History Month https://thecounty.fireside.fm/1 2f67644d-7261-4e2f-a832-fc6e0a4ad1c5 Thu, 23 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0500 Baltimore County Government full Baltimore County Government From the past, to the present, Baltimore County has so much to be proud of. On this episode of The County, we tell the stories of barrier breakers Berley Roberts Sr. and Stacy Rodgers. 10:18 no From the past, to the present, Baltimore County has so much to be proud of. On this episode of The County, we tell the stories of barrier breakers Berley Roberts Sr. and Stacy Rodgers. black history month, baltimore county, catonsville, barrier breakers From the past, to the present, Baltimore County has so much to be proud of. On this episode of The County, we tell the stories of barrier breakers Berley Roberts Sr. and Stacy Rodgers.

]]> From the past, to the present, Baltimore County has so much to be proud of. On this episode of The County, we tell the stories of barrier breakers Berley Roberts Sr. and Stacy Rodgers.

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