The City of Hammond is thrilled to announce that Zaxbys, the saucy chicken chain known for its famous Chicken Fingerz wings, and signature sauces, is officially coming to Hammond at 5903 Calumet Ave. Founded in Georgia in 1990, Zaxbys has grown into a major Southeastern favorite with more than 1,000 locations across 22 states and soon, Hammond residents and visitors …
Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. today announced the promotion of Captain Christopher Gootee to the rank of Assistant Chief of Police for the Hammond Police Department. Assistant Chief Gootee has served the Hammond Police Department with distinction since July 21, 2005. Over the course of his career, he has steadily risen through the ranks—earning promotions to Corporal in 2013, Sergeant …
The long-vacant, century-old Hotel LaSalle is set to begin a new chapter with a transformative redevelopment project aimed at bringing attainable, high-quality housing and amenity-driven retail to Hammond’s downtown. Region-based Moynihan Capital will convert the historic structure into 28 residential units, offering a mix of one- and two-bedroom apartments and at least 2 commercial tenants on the ground floor, one …
Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. and The Hammond Port Authority are excited to announce that the National Association of Town Watch (NATW) has recognized Hammond, Indiana as an award-winning participant of National Night Out, a nationwide event that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie. National Night Out, held annually on the first Tuesday in August, brings together residents, law enforcement, …
“I want to congratulate Governor Braun for signing into law Senate Bill 27 that sets up the framework to bring the Chicago Bears to Hammond and Northwest Indiana. This is a historic day for our state. The Bears have witnessed over the past several months how efficient government works. From the statehouse to city hall, Indiana continues to be ready …
Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. and the City of Hammond have decided to suspend further work on the design of the proposed Grand Avenue Pedestrian Bridge project. “Not using city dollars for the pedestrian bridge was the only way to get this built. Without 100% funding we cannot continue with this project,” stated Mayor McDermott. Originally, the City of Hammond …
The Indiana House of Representatives Ways and Means Committee, in a 24-0 vote, amended Senate Bill 27 and named Hammond as the location for a new Chicago Bears stadium. “This is a very important step in the effort the State of Indiana has made to bring the Chicago Bears to Indiana. It confirms that if the Bears move to Indiana, …
Hammond, Indiana Commits to Join AARP’s Network of Age Friendly States and Communities The City of Hammond has taken an important first step toward becoming a more age-friendly community by committing to join the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities. This national program supports cities and states as they work to create environments that are safe, inclusive, and supportive …
