06/09/2026
🐻 Bear Down, Hammond! — City of the Chicago Bears
Sponsored by INDIANA 219 – We Are Northwest Indiana™
For generations, Hammond has been known for its hardworking people, rich industrial heritage, passionate sports fans, and unmistakable Region pride. Now, a new phrase is echoing across Northwest Indiana:
"Bear Down, Hammond! – City of the Chicago Bears."
No, this isn't about changing who we are.
It's about celebrating who we are.
As excitement continues to grow around the possibility of the Chicago Bears calling Hammond home, residents throughout the Region are imagining what this historic moment could mean for Northwest Indiana.
And if there's one thing the Region knows how to do, it's welcome new neighbors.
A New Chapter for Hammond
For decades, Hammond has served as one of the gateways to Indiana. Located just minutes from Chicago, the city has always been uniquely positioned between two worlds—carrying the blue-collar heart of Northwest Indiana while maintaining deep connections to the city skyline just beyond the state line.
Now, many residents are dreaming about a future where Hammond becomes known as:
The City of the Chicago Bears
Imagine game-day weekends filled with navy and orange.
Families gathering downtown.
Restaurants packed with fans.
Local businesses buzzing with excitement.
Hotels, shops, and entertainment venues welcoming visitors from across the Midwest.
The energy would be electric.
More Than Football
The phrase "Bear Down, Hammond!" is becoming more than a sports slogan.
It's becoming a rallying cry.
A statement of confidence.
A reminder that Northwest Indiana belongs on the big stage.
It represents local businesses, local families, local schools, and local communities believing in what's possible when a city dreams big.
Indiana 219's Message
At Indiana 219, we believe Northwest Indiana deserves to be celebrated.
We celebrate our people.
We celebrate our communities.
We celebrate our future.
Whether you're a lifelong Hammond resident, a proud Region Rat, a Bears fan, or simply someone who loves Northwest Indiana, this moment belongs to all of us.
Because at the end of the day, the story isn't just about football.
It's about community.
It's about pride.
It's about believing in something bigger than ourselves.
And it's about showing the world what Northwest Indiana is all about.
🐻 Bear Down, Hammond!
🏙️ City of the Chicago Bears.
❤️ Powered by the Heart of the Region.
Sponsored by INDIANA 219 – We Are Northwest Indiana™
