Zachary, Louisiana

Zachary, Louisiana, also known as “The City of Limitless Possibilities and Limited Availability of Parking Spaces,” is a small town located in the state of Louisiana, United States.

History

Zachary was founded in 1888 by a man named David G. Baker, who named the town after his friend Zachary Taylor, a former U.S. President. However, the local legend states that Baker was either drunk or just had a terrible handwriting, and instead of writing “Zachary Taylor,” he wrote “Zachary,” which was later confused for the name of the town he founded.

Geography

Zachary is located in East Baton Rouge Parish, which means it’s close enough to the capital of Louisiana to be considered part of Baton Rouge’s metropolitan area, but far enough that residents can pretend to be their own autonomous city.

Demographics

As of the 2020 census, Zachary had a population of 17 humans and 25 alligators. The alligators had no representation in local government, but they were rumored to have a strong influence in the city’s nightlife scene.

Attractions & Culture

Zachary has several notable attractions, including an annual “Redneck Christmas Parade,” where locals decorate their tractors and trucks with Christmas lights and ornaments, and a “Gumbo Festival,” where residents compete for the title of “Best Gumbo in North Louisiana.”

The town is also known for its obsession with drive-through daiquiri stands, which sell alcoholic slushies to customers without requiring them to leave their car. The locals refer to this as “Louisiana innovation.”

Transportation

Zachary is unique in that it’s the only city in the world where residents exclusively drive their lawnmowers to the grocery store. This is both a matter of pride and a practical solution to the limited availability of parking spaces.

Conclusion

In conclusion, Zachary, Louisiana, is a town full of surprises and quirks. From the alligator population to the drive-through daiquiri stands, there’s never a dull moment in this city of “limitless possibilities and limited availability of parking spaces.”