News

October 15, 2019

Westminster Place is such a quiet apartment complex in Ponchatoula that many people do not know it exists. But to the people who live there, they are “residents” and not...

Historical

David Opdenhoff Honored for Years of Service to Ponchatoula

October 15, 2019

David Opdenhoff Honored for Years of Service to Ponchatoula By Kathryn J. Martin When high school graduate Dave Opdenhoff enlisted in the military in 1968, he never dreamed he would...

Business & Development

More Good Times Ahead for Ponchatoula

July 24, 2019

With so many city projects completed and more underway, Ponchatoula is already leading lots of other cities much larger, but the recent hiring of a new employee is adding even...

Government

Crowd Celebrates Ponchatoula’s State of the City

July 24, 2019

The city is financially strong, debt-free. Some towns have to work at meeting just the general monthly expenses. But we are frugal with expenditures and thanks to Rhonda Sheridan and...

Environment

Ponchatoula Wastewater Has a Fascinating Journey

June 13, 2019

Traffic and greenery at the junction of I-55 and U.S. Highway 51 hide one of Ponchatoula’s great feats of modern technology – its Wastewater Treatment Plant. A recent private tour...

Ponchatoula Student Outreach Holds 2018-19 Year End Victory Celebration

May 30, 2019

From the happy expressions on the faces of after-school students entering the Ponchatoula Community Center recently, it was easy to see something exciting was about to happen.

Ponchatoula Student Outreach Group Enjoys Field Trip to Elmer Corporation

May 22, 2019

One of the goals of the Ponchatoula after-school program is to introduce its students to the many resources the city has to offer.

Christmas Spirit Comes Early to Ponchatoula After School Students

January 2, 2019

Excitement filled the Ponchatoula Community Center on Thursday, December 20, 2018, as After School teachers, students and volunteers celebrated Christmas before dismissing for the holidays.

Ponchatoula Student Outreach Celebrates Second Year of Success

November 8, 2018

The City of Ponchatoula again participated in the national “Lights On Afterschool” event with its “Family & Friends Night” at the Ponchatoula Community Center for a time of celebrating the...

City of Ponchatoula Hosts Health Fair

Ponchatoula City Hall was abuzz with activity Thursday, October 18, hosting its second annual health fair for city workers, their families, and the public.

Ponchatoula Volunteer Fire Department Rich in History and Brotherhood

Ponchatoula has always been proud of its dedicated volunteer fire department and that pride has continued to grow along with the city and the department itself.

Partnerships Allow Citizens to Bus Around Ponchatoula

You see the City of Ponchatoula Transportation Bus on our streets but have you ever wondered how it got there and where it goes? As with so many other successful...

Government

City of Ponchatoula Mayor Reports Another Financially Sound Year

The City of Ponchatoula has at last been given the go-ahead on the thorough flushing of its water lines and Mayor Bob Zabbia would like to inform residents what to...

Ponchatoula Water System Flushing to Begin

The City of Ponchatoula has at last been given the go-ahead on the thorough flushing of its water lines and Mayor Bob Zabbia would like to inform residents what to...

Government

City Employee Celebrates Twenty-Five Years on the Job

One of the many attributes Ponchatoula has is that its people are known for being “in for the long haul” when it comes to working.

Food Pantries Help Ponchatoula Residents

With prices going up and some incomes not, food pantries in Ponchatoula are reaching out monthly with groceries to help take up the slack for needy residents.

Tourism

The Story Behind Ponchatoula’s Flag

On clear days from miles away, our beautiful massive flag welcomes visitors to town, and on clear nights, even as far south as Manchac, well-lit, she welcomes her residents home.

Tourism

Ponchatoula Awaits Unveiling of Biggest Strawberry in Town