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Hammond council introduces ordinances to name park facilities after longtime local educators and coaches
Summary
Councilmembers introduced ordinances to name the Martin Luther King Jr. Park pavilion for Maxine Dixon, the softball field for Leon Blue McCray, the basketball court for Wilfrid Don Steptoe and the Safe Haven building for Dr. Clara V. Robertson; proponents highlighted each honoree's contributions to local youth and education.
The Hammond City Council introduced several ordinances March 24 to name facilities in Martin Luther King Jr. Park after local educators and coaches.
Council members described each honoree’s service: Maxine Dixon served on the school board and as a principal; Leon Blue McCray organized and coached…
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