Ferriday, Administrative division in Concordia Parish, Louisiana
Ferriday is a small town in Concordia Parish in northeastern Louisiana, situated along the Mississippi River near the Mississippi state line. The town functions as a local hub for the surrounding parish, with residential streets and civic buildings spread across its compact layout.
The town came into being in the early 1900s and gradually became the administrative center for Concordia Parish. Throughout the 20th century, it maintained its role in managing local government services and community development.
Multiple religious denominations maintain active congregations in Ferriday, including Baptist, Methodist, Presbyterian, Catholic, and Pentecostal churches serving the community.
The town is accessible via U.S. Routes 84 and 425, which connect it to surrounding areas and make navigation straightforward. A regional airport nearby provides additional travel options for those needing air access.
The local administration manages a population of 3,511 residents, with the town hall operating from its central location at 1116 2nd Street.
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