Chili Cook Off in Hammond
Wednesday, September 01
On Friday, September 10th and Saturday, September 11th, the Fraternal Order of Police Hammond Lodge 34 will be holding its 4th annual Chili Cook Off in Hammond. For just $10, you can eat as much chili as your tummy can stand. This event will be open on Friday from 6-10pm and Saturday from 7am-5...
Hot August Night in Hammond
Wednesday, August 18
The 15th Annual Hot August Night in Hammond takes place this Friday, August 20, 2010 in the downtown area from 6-10pm. Hot August Night is meant to be a fun way to beat the summer heat. There is something for everyone here. There will be an art stroll, wine tasting at several shops, restaurant...
Hammond Helps Birds Harmed by Gulf Oil Spill
Wednesday, August 04
Hammond is helping birds harmed by the gulf oil spill by opening its Oiled Wildlife Rehabilitation Center in the old 84 Lumber building (84 Pride Dr, Hammond). It may seem odd to have a bird rescue center located away from the action, so to speak, but its location near the airport and away from ...
Save Money and the Environment by Conserving Electricity
Wednesday, July 21
You can save money and the environment by conserving electricity. Here are four easy ways to start conserving electricity and saving yourself money today:Don't just turn off; unplug. Just because an appliance or device is turned off, doesn't mean it isn't using electricity. Devices that are pl...
Help for Homeowners Facing Foreclosure
Wednesday, July 07
Are you struggling to keep up with your mortgage payments? Are you worried you might lose your Hammond home if you don't get help soon? Rest assured that there is help for homeowners facing foreclosure. The government has set up HAFA, HAMP and HARP programs specifically for distressed homeowne...
Stamp Out Hunger in Hammond
Wednesday, May 05
Help Stamp Out Hunger in this Saturday, May 8 by placing bags filled with nonperishable items next to their mailboxes for the mail carriers to pick up. The items picked up this Saturday will benefit the local Tangi Food Pantry. But, this is a national event happening all across the country as ...