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Parents, Take Note: Free Job Training Program Could Be a Game-Changer for Your Teen or Young Adult

May 13, 2025 12:17PM ● By Lauren Pope

The North Baton Rouge Industrial Training Initiative (NBRITI) is a free program through BRCC that helps young adults get certified in high-demand skilled trades.

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Escaping Ontario: One Night only May 14 at 7:00 PM in the Zachary High Black Box Theatre

May 12, 2025 11:11AM ● By Lauren Pope

Mark your calendars for an original play written and directed by ZHS student Joshua Hughes.

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From Teacakes to Billboards

May 06, 2025 10:52AM ● By Lauren Pope

Royal Treats CEO and Zachary High School graduate Luke Parks is inspiring young entrepreneurs across Louisiana with a new statewide campaign.

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Encourage Reading with the Library’s Summer Reading Challenge

Apr 15, 2025 11:37AM

Sponsored Content Join EBRPL's Summer Reading Challenge, offering engaging activities, exciting prizes, and plenty of opportunities to spark a lifelong love of reading.

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Apr 15, 2025 03:01AM ● By Lauren Pope

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Hop Into Easter with Zachary Toy Store's Bunny Buffet!

Mar 19, 2025 01:52PM

Sponsored Content This exciting new service takes the guesswork out of creating the perfect Easter basket for your child.

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It's Hammer Time: Build, Create, and Play at Home Depot’s Free Kids Workshops

Feb 28, 2025 09:59AM ● By Melanie McHenry, PhD

Home Depot’s monthly Free Kids Workshop Events offer hands-on fun where little builders can craft, learn, and take home their own projects—don’t miss out on the creativity!

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Attilio Romero Steps into City Leadership as 'Councilman for a Day'

Feb 20, 2025 12:02PM ● By Lauren Pope

Attilio Romero participated in Zachary’s ZEPTO Councilman for a Day Program, gaining hands-on experience in local government while connecting with city leaders and contributing to community projects.

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Team Je'Caryous Benefit Dinner

Jan 16, 2025 10:32AM ● By Lauren Pope

Zachary Community Rallies Behind Broncos Running Back in Cancer Battle

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NMS 7th Graders’ Band, Scenic Highway, is Wildly Talented

Nov 14, 2024 09:44AM ● By Jen Gennaro

Scenic Highway band members are Easton Olivier and triplet brothers Max, Jack and Harry Bertrand.

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Today's Teens Have Hit the Brakes on Driving

Nov 09, 2024 09:17AM ● By Jen Gennaro

Drivers licenses don't have the same chokehold on teen culture they once did.

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Meet Azah - Zachary's Tennis Phenom!

Nov 07, 2024 04:31PM ● By Jen Gennaro

Nine-year-old Zachary Elementary student is ranked first in the state for 12U girls

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Instagram's Safer Teen Accounts: Coming in 2025

Oct 08, 2024 11:55AM ● By Lauren Pope

Instagram's new Teen Accounts will automatically set stricter privacy and safety controls for users aged 13-17, aiming to create a more protected online environment without completely restricting their social media experience.

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A Message From Superintendent Ben Necaise: ZCSD Wants Your Input!

Sep 17, 2024 02:46PM

The Zachary Community School District is developing a five-year strategic plan and is seeking input from various stakeholders through an anonymous survey available until October 2, 2024.

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SU Ag Research and Extension Center Introduces Drone Program for Youth

Sep 16, 2024 02:00PM ● By Charity M. Schaffer, Ph.D.

Precision Agcademy STEAM Drone Program offers local kids hands-on experience with drone technology and career opportunities in agriculture and aviation

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