Valpo Comes to Hammond for Open Basketball Practice at Civic Center


CATEGORY: Events, Parks Department

Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. along with the Valparaiso University Athletics Department is pleased to announce an open Valpo Men’s and Women’s Basketball practice to be held on Saturday, October 20 at the venerable Hammond Civic Center. “This is an effort by everyone involved to support the One Region campaign across Northwest Indiana. It is a unique opportunity for people …

Sports Hall of Fame Dinner


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Four athletes, one coach and a team that came within one victory of a world championship will be inducted into the Hammond Sports Hall of Fame, Tuesday, March 7 at the historic Hammond Civic Center. Comprising this year’s 37th annual induction class are Anderson-Peterson Family Distinguished Athlete Award recipientsAlso, during this year’s program, the Hammond Sports Hall of Fame will …

Hammond Common Council College Scholarship Applications Now Available


CATEGORY: City Council, News

The Hammond City Council is once again providing fifteen $1,000 scholarships to Hammond Indiana high school seniors graduating in May/June 2024. All seniors who plan to enroll in either a two-year or a four-year degree program at an accredited college or university of their choice, are encouraged to apply. Scholarship applications will be available from April 12, 2024, through May …

Hammond Academy of Science and Technology Aaccepting Applications


CATEGORY: Mayor's Office, News

The Hammond Academy of Science and Technology is currently accepting applications for 6th grade class lottery for 2015-16. Applications are available on line at www.hammondacademy.org,, or at the school, located at 33 Muenich Court in downtown Hammond. The incoming 6th grade lottery will take place on Thursday, February 12, 2015, at 6 p.m. at the school. In addition, HAST is …

PUBLIC NOTICE: CDBG, ESG, and CHDO Grant Applications Now Available


CATEGORY: Community Development, News, Public Notices

The City of Hammond, Department of Community Development is in the process of preparing its 2024-2025 budget for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) and Community Housing and Development Organization (CHDO). Applications will be available beginning October 2, 2023. Application must be completed and return to the Department of Community Development, 5925 Calumet Ave, Suite #314, Hammond, …

It’s Time to Check Your Batteries


CATEGORY: Fire Department, News

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends testing your smoke alarms once a month using the test button and changing the batteries twice a year, which can conveniently be done when we change our clocks for daylight saving time in the spring and fall. In today’s day and age, not all smoke alarms are designed the same, so ensuring your …

Mayor’s Commission on Disabilities Recognition Award Nomination Form

Annual Disabilities Awards Breakfast & Resource Fair


CATEGORY: Community Development, News

36th Annual Disabilities Awards Breakfast Thursday, March 24, 2022 8:00am Dynasty Banquets 4125 Calumet Ave., Hammond, IN 46327 The purpose is to recognize youth, adults, and organizations that reach out and make a difference regardless of a disability. Mayor’s Commission on Disabilities will choose award winners. Nominations The Mayor’s Commission on Disabilities would be greatly honored if you would nominate ...

Garage Sale Permit Application

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Hammond Fire Chief Reminds Residents of State Fireworks Laws


CATEGORY: Fire Department, News

The Hammond Fire Department would like to remind Hammond residents of Indiana fireworks laws during the July 4th holiday season. Fireworks can be purchased only by persons 18 years of age or older. Locations where fireworks may be discharged: On the user’s property; On the property of someone who has consented to the use of fireworks on that property; At …