As we come out of the closures and restrictions caused by the COVID-19 crisis, the Zachary Chamber encourages area residents to support our local economy by shopping, eating, and enjoying our local businesses. This is a list of local updates, but look for more openings each day: All Pro Audio is open with regular business […]
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Families First Coronavirus Response Act detailed
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA or Act) requires certain employers to provide their employees with paid sick leave and expanded family and medical leave for specified reasons related to COVID-19. These provisions will apply from April 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020. All Federal employees are eligible for up to two weeks of […]
Efforts support small businesses during COVID-19 crisis
The Federal Government is helping small businesses bridge this economic emergency by giving them the funds they need to keep their employees on their payroll and stay in business. Providing $350 billion in forgivable loans for small businesses through the Paycheck Protection Program Providing advances on SBA disaster loans that never have to be repaid […]
Graves: Apply for Paycheck Protection Program now
Small businesses can apply for and receive loans starting April 3rd. WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Garret Graves (South Louisiana) announced today that small businesses can now fill out an application to the Paycheck Protection Program for a forgivable loan to pay their employees during the COVID-19 crisis. Small businesses and sole proprietorships can apply for and receive […]
City releases service updates, message
Effective, Monday, March 23, until further notice, all new utility start-up service requests, (water & gas) in the City of Zachary will be handled by phone. The City of Zachary Utility Billing and Customer Service phone line is 225 654-6871. This line will be fully staffed from Monday – Thursday, 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. […]
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Reserve your Christmas Parade spot!
The annual Zachary Christmas Parade will be held Saturday, December 7 at 10 a.m. in historic downtown Zachary. The theme is “It’s a Wonderful Life … In Zachary!.” Prizes will be awarded in theses categories Best Overall Theme Best Float Best Marching Best Riding (can be horse, car, truck, or motorcycle). The Entry Form is below. Print, […]
Chamber recognizes 2019 scholarship winner
We are proud to recognize Caroline Elise Fontenot, our 2019 Zachary Chamber of Commerce Scholarship winner. Two of our amazing ambassadors were on hand Friday, July 26 to help with the presentation and congratulate Caroline. Christy Turner, left, of Oakwood Village, and Tricia Slaughter, of Superior Ford made the $500 check presentation on behalf of […]
Miss Zachary Pageant moved to July 27
The Miss Zachary Pageant and Photogenic Competition has been moved to July 27. There’s something for ages from infants to older youth. Potential participants now have until July 5 to sign-up and pay entry fees. See more Miss Zachary Photogenic Competition Miss Zachary Pageant Information
Life Expo highlights Zachary’s ‘Greatest Showmen’
The area business community will provide a snapshot of life and work in Zachary during the inaugural Life Business Expo set for this Saturday, May 11. The Zachary Chamber of Commerce in collaboration with Higher Minds of Education will host the Expo 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Zachary High School Gym located at […]