Baltimore County

May 22, 2013

The area known as Perry Hall in Baltimore County gets its name from a nearly 250 year old mansion called the Perry Hall Mansion. From its early years in the late 18th century until now, it’s changed hands many times, it’s been damaged by fire and added-onto, and it’s played a role in some very important historical developments in our state.  

Last Thursday, the hopes of those who thought the Sparrows Point steel mill might one day produce steel again were dashed. Baltimore County Executive Kevin Kamenetz announced that the owners' plan to level the buildings on Sparrows Point in the next few years, and sell off all the equipment.

Web Extra: Community College of Baltimore County President Sandra Kurtinitis

We meet Dallas Dance, Baltimore County’s new school superintendent, the youngest to hold the job in at least 50  years. The 31-year old is responsible for the 26th largest school system in the nation, its 105,000 students and $1.5 billion budget.

We’ll talk with Brian Schilpp, project manager for the Back River Restoration Committee.  Brian and his team have been cleaning up one of Maryland’s most polluted rivers. We’ll learn about the return of Back River and what you can do to help restore this natural resource in Baltimore’s backyard. Also taking part in the conversation are Candace Croswell, Baltimore County Project Manager for the Back River Restoration Committee and Rachel Kehs, a student volunteer.