Santa Claus is Coming to Hammond Early By: Yvonne Martin (Keller Williams Realty Services)

Santa Claus is coming to Hammond early this year. The 5th Annual Starry November Night will take place this Friday, November 20th from 5-10pm behind the Downtown Development District's office. Every year, the Downtown Development District hosts this fantastic event filled with fun for the entire family. There will be a

Help Hammond Raise Money for the American Cancer Society By: Yvonne Martin (Keller Williams Realty Services)

You can help Hammond raise money for the American Cancer Society by donating money to teams participating in the 14th Annual South Tangipahoa Relay for Life in Hammond on Saturday, November 7th at North Oak Park (2311 N Oak St). Even though their goal of $185,000 seems lofty, they have already

Hammond Hosts the Dutch Battle Memorial Ride and Cook Off By: Yvonne Martin (Keller Williams Realty Services)

Cate Street in downtown Hammond will be the place to be on September 26, 2009 from 8:30 am to 3 pm for the 3rd annual Dutch Battle Memorial Ride and Cook Off. Raffle tickets and gumbo will be sold at the event. All funds raised at this family day event will

Hammond Recreation Department League Sign-Ups By: Yvonne Martin (Keller Williams Realty Services)

The Hammond Area Recreation Department would like to remind everyone it is time for league sign-ups.
* Fall 2009 Adult Softball (18 or older)
Divisions: Coed, Corporate, Men's Rec and Men's CompetitiveGames Begin: August 24thRegistration Deadline: August 14thRegistration Fee: $375 per teamRegistration Forms: Michael J. Kenney CenterOnline Registration Forms: www.hammond.org/departments/recreation.phpInformation: ill

Practice Firework Safety in Tangipahoa Parish By: Yvonne Martin (Keller Williams Realty Services)

Canyou believe thatit is the Fourth of July already?That means that it is time for the great celebration of the birth of our country. Today, I thought I would share with you some firework safety tips and where you can see great public fireworks displays in Tangipahoa Parish.
Home Firework Safety

Hammond Homeownership Fair By: Yvonne Martin (Keller Williams Realty Services)

The National Association of Realtors has designated June as National Homeownership Month. Hammond's Mayor, Mayson Foster, is a believer in the benefits of homeownership and has organized theHammond Homeownership Fair.
Date: June 27thPlace: Hammond City Council Chambers (312 E. Charles St.)Time: 12pm - 5pm
The event is free and open to

910 South Holly, Hammond Louisiana 70403 By: John Walters (E. Frank Rubi Real Estate, LLC)

Located in Hammond, Louisiana near Southeastern Louisiana University. This 3 bedroom,1 and a 1/2 bath home with approximately 1300 square feet of living area. Currently in move in condition, priced at $96,000.
With a little TLC, a handy man or do-it-your-self-er, can have this home looking new again. Move

Northshore Fuller Center Announces First Project By: Yvonne Martin (Keller Williams Realty Services)

I want to do a quick follow-up to last week's blog about the Northshore Fuller Center. The Northshore Fuller Center has broken ground for its first project.Delores Black, who lost her home during Hurricane Katrina, will have a new place to live. The Northshore Fuller Center and its volunteers will be

Northshore Fuller Center Needs You By: Yvonne Martin (Keller Williams Realty Services)

The Northshore Fuller Center has opened its doors in Hammond. The Northshore Fuller Center is a non-profit organization spearheaded by David and Tamara Danel thatserves the housing needs of low-income families in the parishes of Tangipahoa, St. Tammany and Livingston.As with most non-profit organizations, the Northshore Fuller Center needs help. Before

Tangipahoa School Plan Needs YOU By: Yvonne Martin (Keller Williams Realty Services)

A few weeks ago, I wrote about how the Tangipahoa School System Proposed a New Plan. Your input regarding the plan is being requested by city leaders and the Tangipahoa School System.The proposed plan is important to all of us, especially those with children in our school system and future students.

Valentine Treat in Hammond - Bye, Bye Birdie By: Yvonne Martin (Keller Williams Realty Services)

Looking for something special to do this Valentine's Day in Hammond? Southeastern Louisiana University's Columbia Theatre For the Performing Arts is offering aValentine treat on Saturday, February 14th. A special production of the Broadway musical Bye, Bye Birdie will be performed at 7:30 p.m.Bye, Bye Birdieissure todelight your ears. The original

Tangi Home Show 2009 By: Yvonne Martin (Keller Williams Realty Services)

The City of Hammond will be the host site for the Tangi Home Show to be held this weekend, at the Old Hobby Lobby Building across from the Wal-Mart store (2704 West Thomas Street).The Tangi Home Show is organized and sponsored by the Tangipahoa Home Builders Association.More than 50 exhibitors

Hammond Square By: Yvonne Martin (Keller Williams Realty Services)

Hammond Square is buzzing with hammers pounding and saws buzzing.
Construction has already begun on a new restaurant, the Santa Fe Cattle Co., a family roadhouse-style steak eatery. Hammond Square will feature seven new restaurants. Raisin Canes will begin construction in about a week.Raisin Canesis hoping to open its doors to

Phoenix Square Is Underway In Hammond By: Yvonne Martin (Keller Williams Realty Services)

There will be a lot of activity coming soon to the corner of Phoenix Square Avenue and J.W. Davis Drive . The non-profit Gulf Coast Housing Partnership is ready to begin construction on the Phoenix Square subdivision. A total of 44 homes will be built over time. Eight homes will be

Don't Miss Alley Oop on January 17 By: Yvonne Martin (Keller Williams Realty Services)

You do not want to miss the January 17th edition of Alley Oop in the comic section of your newspaper. This very specialedition will be featuring the art work of one of Hammond 's own!
Erin Holloway won the national Alley Oop contest. She will be honored by having herAlley Opp

Fire and Ice in Hammond , LA By: Yvonne Martin (Keller Williams Realty Services)

Fire and Ice is the theme, once again, for the Ginger Ford Habitat For Humanity fund-raiser to be held tonight in the old Schwegmann Building . The New Year's Eve gala should prove to be a wonderful evening for all those in attendance. Over 500 guests are expected.
Volunteers from all

Hammond's Almost White Christmas By: Yvonne Martin (Keller Williams Realty Services)

Although a little early, it was an almost white Christmas in Hammond on Thursday. The kids had a great time enjoying their rare snow day.
No one can appreciate snow like thosewho only experience the magic rarely. Adults and children enjoyed a snow fight or two and many built a snowman

Hammond Supports Safe Driving By: Yvonne Martin (Keller Williams Realty Services)

Hammond will show its support of safe driving practices this Saturday (December 13)as the host for theAARP Safe Driving Class. The class will be held at the North Oaks Diagnostic Center.
The holiday season is the perfect time to attend the class to learn some new driving tipsor as a refresher

Hammond Research Station's New Facilities By: Yvonne Martin (Keller Williams Realty Services)

The Hammond Research Station recently dedicated newfacilities, a $1.1 million dollar project.The Hammond Research Station is one of the twenty research stations operated by LSU AgCenter.
The new facilities include an office buildingthat houses an office for themanager and six offices forpersonnel. The 3,900 square-foot building also features a roomy 100-capacity

Relay For Life: Only 10 Days To Go By: Yvonne Martin (Keller Williams Realty Services)

The South Tangipahoa Relay For Life fundraiser is set for November 15, leaving only 10 days to participate.
"Relay For Life" is the third largest event in Louisiana . This year will mark the 13th year for the event with a goal of raising $230,000 for the Cancer Society.
There

Hello World! By: Yvonne Martin (Keller Williams Realty Services)

This is Yvonne Martin sending a "big hello" to the world of blog.
I have decided to become a part of the blogging world so that I may bringyou information about the Tangipahoa Parish in the beautiful State of Louisiana . I will be sharing with you events, news, and coumminty

Coming out of the DULDRUMS!!!! By: Craig Martin (Team Leader/Keller Williams Realty Services)

It finally seems that we are moving away from the duldrums of the winter months and moving into a progressive period in Southern Tangipahoa Parish. For years politics of the region has kept this area fairly rural and more progressive communities have grabbed hold of the Northshore boom. It now seems

Real Estate Market as of March 23, 2007 By: Craig Martin (Team Leader/Keller Williams Realty Services)

Todays real estate market seems to be slowly, but surely moving back up to pre-Katrina Levels. No longer can a price be thrown onto the market and multioffers come pouring in. In todays real estate market marketing is the key to winning the real estate game.Working hard, focusing efforts, insuring internet