Smitty’s Tire began operation in 1973 in St. Bernard Parish, located originally in Violet. Cola Long purchased Smitty’s Tire and operated the business with his son-in-law, Anthony Cuccia. Soon, Anthony was full-time operator and manager of the business and decided to relocate to Meraux where the new location would make it more accessible to a larger customer base.
Anthony and his wife Lori, Cola…