Hammond native Bob Chapek, now CEO of The Walt Disney Co., said his affinity for Disney began when he was a child during vacations to Walt Disney World in Florida with his family.
Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce to honor residents, community development projects during annual dinner March 14
The Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce will honor residents and economic development achievements from Hammond and East Chicago during its annual recognition and dinner celebration March 14.
Regional approach to curb appeal
Momentum is intensifying for the revitalization of downtowns tied to transit, including Michigan City, Hammond and the Miller neighborhood in Gary.
Blue Dot Safes opening first Midwest facility in Hammond
HAMMOND – Blue Dot Safes, a California-based custom safe manufacturer and service provider, announced July 9 it will locate its first Midwest distribution center and call center in Hammond. “Blue Dot Safes is excited to expand our footprint into Northwest Indiana,” said Berge Jalakian, president and chief executive officer of Blue Dot Safes. “Our […]
City of Hammond names leadership team for new Sportsplex and Community Center
Members of the leadership team for the new $17 million Hammond Sportsplex and Community Center have been named. Hammond native James Taillon was named the center’s general manager and Kymberli Roberts of Hammond was named assistant general manager basketball/volleyball. “We are very fortunate to have these two talented and experienced individuals to lead the sportsplex […]