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Weekend Recap

Aug 18, 2025 10:30AM ● By Jen Gennaro

Despite the oppressive heat, Zachary was buzzing with activity this past weekend!

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City of Zachary Cooking Team Travels to Kerrville, Texas for Relief Efforts

Aug 12, 2025 10:04AM ● By Press Release

Mayor McDavid along with a team of 14 traveled to Texas where they served meals to 500 residents impacted by devastating flooding.

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St. Patrick’s Episcopal Day School Welcomes New Director, Sharon Couvillion

Aug 11, 2025 02:45PM ● By Press Release

With more than 18 years of experience in early childhood education, Couvillion brings a wealth of knowledge, dedication, and passion for fostering the growth and success of every child in her care.

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FREE LIBRARY PROGRAMS FOR ALL AGES IN AUGUST

Aug 05, 2025 09:28AM ● By Press Release

Sponsored Content There's something for everyone at the library this month! Check out this month's featured programs.

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EBRPL announces South Branch Library Dedication

Aug 04, 2025 10:25AM ● By Press Release

Sponsored Content The East Baton Rouge Library Board of Control invites the community to the Dedication Ceremony of the South Branch Library at 3 p.m. on Sunday, August 10 at 2210 Glasgow Avenue.

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WBRZ to Feature Zachary in a Weeklong Series

Jul 24, 2025 12:15PM ● By Jen Gennaro

Reporters and cameramen have been filming all over town; coverage will culminate in a live report from the Really Hot Air Balloon Festival on August 8.

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Rotary Luncheon Spotlight: Grandparents Raising Grandchildren of Louisiana

Jul 21, 2025 11:10AM ● By Press Release

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren of Louisiana was featured at the July 17 Zachary Rotary Club meeting, highlighting their vital support for kinship caregivers across the state. The nonprofit provides legal resources, emergency aid, and emotional support to families raising children outside the traditional parent-child structure.

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Flood Watch in Effect Through Saturday – City of Zachary Urges Residents to Prepare

Jul 17, 2025 12:29PM ● By Press Release

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for our area through Saturday, with heavy rainfall expected to begin tomorrow. In preparation, the City of Zachary is providing free, self-serve sandbag stations for residents starting today, July 16.

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Mayor McDavid Attends First BREC Commission Meeting Following House

Jul 11, 2025 02:25PM ● By Press Release

Mayor David McDavid attended his first official meeting serving on the BREC Commission on July 8, 2025.

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Zachary's Generosity Helps Montreat College Athletes Recover from Hurricane Helene

Jul 10, 2025 03:49PM ● By Press Release

The City of Zachary recently received a letter of appreciation from Paul Maurer, Ph.D., President and CEO of Montreat College in North Carolina. Dr. Maurer expressed his sincere gratitude for the City’s support of the college’s athletics department in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.

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Some Assembly Required

Jul 02, 2025 04:24PM ● By Lauren Pope

A small plane crashed into a playhouse off Midway Road in Slaughter this week; the playhouse was the only casualty.

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Passing the Leash: Must Luv Dogs Welcomes New Director of Operations

Jul 01, 2025 10:15AM ● By Jen Gennaro

Ashleigh McHugh named new Director of Must Luv Dogs Rescue

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New YMCA CEO: 'The Y Should Be a Place for Everybody'

Jun 19, 2025 02:37PM ● By Lauren Pope

Sponsored Content YMCA of the Capital Area’s new CEO Sean Elliott is settling into both his role and the Zachary community with ambitious plans for growth and an eye toward expanding volunteer opportunities.

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Entergy Grant Helps Zachary Seniors Beat the Summer Heat

Jun 16, 2025 01:33PM ● By Press Release

Entergy awarded a $500 "Beat the Heat" grant to the City of Zachary to support seniors during extreme summer temperatures, providing 18 tower fans at a community luncheon and sharing resources for utility bill assistance and local city updates.

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A First Look Inside Lane’s New Patient Tower

Jun 13, 2025 09:49AM ● By Jen Gennaro

Lane RMC's four-story patient tower is nearing completion.

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Two Historic Downtown Zachary Buildings Available for Lease