🌱 Can Zachary finally break its streak against St. Joseph’s Academy?

Good morning Zachary! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

• Can Zachary finally break its streak against St. Joseph’s Academy?
• How St. George’s utility fee debate could matter for Zachary

Today's riddle: What did one tuna say to the other after getting caught stealing files from work? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Thursday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 62 and low of 42 degrees.
• Friday: Pleasant with clouds and sun, temps: high: 75, low: 54.
• Saturday: Mostly sunny and nice, with a high of 73 and low of 52 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Soccer Game Preview: Zachary vs. St. Joseph's Academy (maxpreps.com) — Zachary soccer fans get a big home matchup Thursday as the Broncos host St. Joseph’s Academy at 6 p.m., trying to snap an 0-10 skid in the series. Zachary rides a two-game win streak and a strong defensive showing, while St. Joseph’s comes in undefeated after a 3-0 win over Dutchtown.
   

• St. George council delays vote on proposed utility franchise fee (theadvocate.com) — Zachary residents may want to watch St. George’s debate over a new 5% utility franchise fee, since Zachary and other nearby cities already have similar Entergy agreements. St. George’s council delayed a vote on charging DEMCO, after residents objected to higher power bills and what they see as a backdoor tax. Officials say the fee would fund road, drainage, and utility-related costs.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Zachary

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Monday December 15

• Umbrella Project
  Zachary High School Zachary, LA 70791
  7:00 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

Thursday December 11

• Holiday Pop-Up Bar at The Queen Baton Rouge
  The Queen Baton Rouge , 1717 River Park Blvd , Baton Rouge
  4:00 pm
• Steve Judice, Ryan Harris, Jason Harrington
  La Divina Italian Coffee Cafe , 3535 Perkins Rd STE 360 , Baton Rouge
  6:00 pm
• Scotlandville Girls Varsity Basketball @ Baker
  Baker High School , 3200 Groom Rd , Baker
  6:00 pm
• ZHS Choir Winter Concert
  VPAC
  6:30 pm

Friday December 12

• 4th Annual Listening Room Film Festival
  Henry Turner Jr's Listening Room , 2733 North St , Baton Rouge
  3:00 pm
• December Open Water Scuba Class Continued
  Underwater Adventures , 10699 Airline Hwy suite B , Baton Rouge
  6:00 pm
• Northlake Christian Boys Varsity Basketball @ Baker
  Baker High School , 3200 Groom Rd , Baker
  6:00 pm
• Let's Go Party! Diva Event
  Painting with a Twist , 711 Jefferson Hwy Ste 3A , Baton Rouge
  7:30 pm
• The Silly Rabbit Comedy Club Presents: Shaun Jones
  The Silly Rabbit Comedy Club , 9945 Airline Hwy # C , Baton Rouge
  8:15 pm

Saturday December 13

• Lil Sticker Cheer Clinic - Baton Rouge, LA 2025
  St. Joseph's Academy , 3015 Broussard St , Baton Rouge
  9:00 am
• Greater Baton Rouge Model Railroaders
  Republic of W Florida Museum , 3317 College St , Jackson
  11:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• LOST DOG
  NAME : COOKIE ALLERGIC TO CHICKEN 47 pounds Tan Hound Last seen December 8 3pm on Zachary Baker border Timid but very friendly only gets scared or… (Nextdoor Middle Zachary)
• Hi Neighbors,
  As you begin shopping for holiday gifts for friends and loved ones, it’s important to stay mindful of the information you’re sharing online. Staying… (Nextdoor )

• McDonald's posted a job opening for Department or Assistant Manager in Zachary. Apply here.
• Tractor Supply posted a job opening for Merchandising Sales Associate in Zachary. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Zachary here.

🗞 Nearby News

Baker

• Years after being shut down, Jetson Center for Youth in Baker set to reopen (wafb.com)
• East Baton Rouge Parish officials clash with cities over budget contributions (wafb.com)
• Angry girlfriend accused of shooting man at Baton Rouge motel, police say (louisianafirstnews.com)

Central

• ‘This program saved my life': EBR program that helps people avoid prison faces deep budget cut (wafb.com)
• Soccer Game Preview: Central vs. Franklinton + Official Tickets (maxpreps.com)

Baton Rouge

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-- The Patch AM Team

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