Lighting up Zachary
Wednesday, December 12, 2018
Every Who down in Whoville liked Christmas a lot. But the Grinch, who lived just north of Whoville, Did NOT! The Grinch hated Christmas! The whole Christmas season! Now, please don't ask why. No one quite knows the reason.
The theme of the 2018 Zachary Christmas Parade, "How the Grinch that Stole Christmas," may have been too much of a challenge for cosmic forces of doom. Days before the annual event, weather reports were forecasting that it would be the Drench who …
Wednesday, December 12, 2018
On a recent Friday, Jude Charlet helped the Zachary Bronco gridiron warriors secure a return to the state championship. The next day, Charlet moved to the coaching arena and helped four elementary Robot Ninja Warriors defeat Mount Broncoyami durin…
FASTLane, Lane Regional Medical Center’s after hours urgent care clinic at 19900 Old Scenic Highway in Lake Pointe Centre, recently celebrated its eighth anniversary.
Wednesday, December 12, 2018
Christopher Antoine, son of Mark and Jane Antoine, of Zachary, received his license to practice law and was admitted to the Massachusetts Bar in a ceremony at the historic Faneuil Hall in Boston Massachusetts on Nov. 27.
Seth Cayer restored a focal point of a national cemetery to earn the rank of Eagle Scout in October.
The Purple Box Project, which helps survivors of domestic violence rebuild their lives, recently presented a certificate of appreciation to the Main Street Pilot Club of Baker in recognition of its support.
Wednesday, December 12, 2018
The following people were booked into East Baton Rouge Parish Prison by the Baker Police Department for Nov. 29-Dec. 6:
Large banners on each side of Main Street during the Zachary Christmas parade reminded revelers of the sacrifice of Chris Lawton. The banners also guided them to an opportunity to support an effort to make sure Lawton's colleagues and immediate fa…
The residents and staff of Oakwood Village Assisted Living in Zachary hosted a Christmas open house Dec. 6.
Wednesday, December 12, 2018
The following people were booked into East Baton Rouge Parish Prison or issued a summons by the Zachary Police Department from Nov. 29-Dec 6:
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Wednesday, December 05, 2018
Visitors can walk along a festive mile-long trail through BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo through Dec. 31.
Wednesday, December 05, 2018
Helping animals and people during the holidays
Zachary Broncos headed back to The Dome
Premier Collision, 20201 McHost Road, is the winner of the Zachary Community Beautification Business Award, presented Nov. 15 by the Zachary Beautification Committee.
Copper Mill's fifth-graders shared their writing with community leaders and parents on Nov. 30. In Composition Cafe, students presented their work while sharing coffee and hot chocolate donated by CC's Coffee House.
ZACHARY — The Zachary Fire Department is one of 43 fire departments awarded Georgia-Pacific Bucket Brigade grants in 2018. The department will receive $10,000 to help fund equipment needs, specifically personal protective equipment.
Lacy Lawrence of Pride and Kristen Casey of Zachary were the winning head cooks in the adult and youth divisions of the Code Red Chili Cook-off held Oct. 27 to benefit the Lane Regional Medical Center Foundation.
Medical Pharmacy, which is celebrating its 50th year in business, was recognized at the Zachary City Council meeting on Nov. 13.
Zachary United Methodist Gloves Ministry members applied a fresh coat of paint to Santa's North Pole and made other repairs in the Zachary Historical District recently.
Churches and organizations in Zachary are employing a variety of methods to promote giving and community service during the holiday season. Angel trees, a campaign to match children and families in need to gift-givers, is a popular tradition also …
The following people were booked into East Baton Rouge Parish Prison by the Baker Police Department for Nov. 21-29:
The following people were booked into East Baton Rouge Parish Prison or issued a summons by the Zachary Police Department from Nov. 22-29:
Thursday, November 29, 2018
The following people were booked into East Baton Rouge Parish Prison or issued a summons by the Zachary Police Department from Nov. 15-22:
Wednesday, November 28, 2018
During November, workers in the home care and hospice industries honor the millions of nurses, home care aides, therapists, social workers and other providers who serve our country’s aged, disabled and dying. Lane Home Health is joining the Nation…
ZACHARY — Customers in the Zachary Commons shopping center to be built near the Walmart on Main Street will be charged a 0.55 percent sales tax that will fund infrastructure improvements in the area.
Cullen Wade has played shows on big stages and flashy venues, but Zachary High’s theater arts classroom had him on pins and needles. He blushed and squirmed until he played an original tune that put it all in perspective — “Welcome Home.”
Three narrow, dilapidated roads in the Zachary area would be upgraded if voters approve the parish’s MoveBR tax proposal in the Dec. 8 election.
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The Istrouma Area Council of the Boy Scouts of America is restarting its J.O.A.T.S. program.
Kickoff the holiday season and join Zachary Mayor David Amrhein as he welcomes everyone to the annual Zachary Christmas In the Village Celebration from 5:45 p.m. to 9 p.m. Dec. 7.
The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Committee of Zachary hosted a luncheon Nov. 19 at Zachary High School for area senior citizens.
The Taste of Zachary Festival entered its second year Nov. 17 as The Americana Development initiated another campaign to engage the community and raise funds for the Americana YMCA.
Rep. Garrett Graves was the keynote speaker at Zachary Mayor David Amrhein’s annual prayer breakfast at Plains Presbyterian Church’s Christian Life Center on Nov. 2.
The following people were booked into East Baton Rouge Parish Prison by the Baker Police Department for Nov. 15-21:
Thursday, November 22, 2018
With the onset of colder weather, residents are seeking ways in which to economically heat their homes, according to a news release from Zachary officials.
The following people were booked into East Baton Rouge Parish Prison or issued a summons by the Zachary Police Department from Nov. 8-15:
Wednesday, November 21, 2018
Giving thanks and helping hands, Bank of Zachary staff members encouraged donations to help feed “Hungry Tommy” on Thursday, Nov. 8 at the Church Street branch.
Sgt. Deanna Halley is not a stranger to Copper Mill Elementary students because she’s a parent-volunteer at the school and the mother of a student.
Patriotic seeds planted by veteran and community leader John Deal Taylor have blossomed at the Regional Veterans Park even though Taylor died shortly after the groundbreaking and never saw his dream meet reality.
Richard Williams braved the first cold front of the season and helped place hundreds of grocery bags in waiting cars. There was little time for introductions, but Williams, the grocer, is the president and CEO of a financial institution in his day…
Tom “Strong Buffalo” Varnado could be a character from a western or a historical novel. Varnado, his long white hair contrasting against a bright green head band, worn moccasin boots, camped out next to a giant teepee and was surrounded by crude t…
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