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Lake Charles
Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Lake Charles. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 2nd of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local vendors at the Farm to Table Market offer homemade Christmas gifts, artisanal crafts and specialty treats for holiday shoppers; the market—open today from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Brickhouse Event Center next to McFarlands—provides a chance for locals to support small businesses and enjoy unique, locally made products. 7 KPLC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Southwest Louisiana is celebrating the season with festive events that bring families together and support local businesses—events include Sulphur’s Holiday House with a preview gala on Dec. 4, a Christmas parade on Dec. 6, Lake Charles’ Downtown Holiday Stroll on Dec. 11, and free holiday train rides at Millennium Park starting Nov. 29. Communities like DeQuincy and Westlake will also host themed events with parades and special activities to light up the holidays. The American Press
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Jeff Landry announced on Monday that Chennault International Airport secured a $20.9M FEMA award to build a 37,449-square-foot paint hangar—expected to add over 100 new jobs—with a $2M grant from Louisiana Economic Development to boost regional operations. The American Press
- ➤ In the 1950s, Southern Pacific made Lake Charles a busy hub with the Sunset Limited passenger trains and freight runs—shifting from steam to diesel power. The depot buzzed with workers and passengers—marking a time when the railroad spurred local industry growth. The American Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Whataburger at 1835 Country Club Road in Lake Charles hosts its first late-night study break for McNeese students today from 11:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.—students can enjoy live music, giveaways, and free Honey Butter Chicken Biscuits by showing their McNeese ID and the Whataburger app while Gator 99.5 broadcasts the event live. Gator 99.5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Chennault Airport received a $20M federal investment for its planned expansion project—officials said work will soon begin to improve capacity and services. 7 KPLC
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Lake Charles is set to keep residents warm with five top hot chocolate spots—ranked from The Bekery at number 5 to The Buzz Coffee and More at number 1. The guide by Scotty Schadler shows places offering rich, smooth drinks to enjoy on chilly winter days. Gator 99.5
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ McNeese Cowboys will start Southland conference play Monday night in San Antonio against Incarnate Word after a five-game win streak that began in the Cayman Islands Classic — where they beat George Washington, Murray State, and Middle Tennessee — and head coach Bill Armstrong said the team is ready to compete as they aim to win the league. Gator 99.5
- ➤ Sulphur High School is holding tryouts for its new girls’ flag football team today through December 4 on the 9th-grade campus field as part of a statewide push led by the Louisiana High School Athletes Association. More than 100 girls have signed up while coaches Jenny D’Alessandro and John Paul Duhan prepare to lead the team. 7 KPLC
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Cowboy Christmas Celebration
9 AM - 5 PM — The Stables At LeBocage — Free admission — Experience the magic of Christmas with festive shopping, live music, and Southern traditions.
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Santa's Hot Chocolate Run
2-4 p.m. — Downtown Lake Charles — Registration fee required — Enjoy a festive 3.1-mile adventure with a blend of running and holiday cheer.
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East Texas A&M Lions vs. McNeese State Cowgirls Basketball
3:30-6:30 a.m. — The Legacy Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting college basketball matchup live in Lake Charles.
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LAR's Swamp Stomp Half Marathon & Fun Run
7-11 a.m. — Graywood Golf & Racquet Club — Registration fees apply — Test your endurance at the Swamp Stomp and enjoy a fun run experience.
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Candlelight Christmas Concert
7-10 p.m. — Ray's Lounge, Lake Charles, LA — Free entry — Experience a magical evening of holiday music by candlelight.
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Arenacross Racing Spectacle
7-8:30 p.m. — Lake Charles Event Center — Tickets required — Experience a thrilling blend of motocross racing and freestyle MX with lights and pyrotechnics.
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World Ballet Company's The Nutcracker
6-7:30 p.m. — Rosa Hart Theatre — $50-$127 — Experience a magical evening with the beloved holiday classic, The Nutcracker, performed by the World Ballet Company.
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Holiday Helping Hands
11 a.m. — Panorama Music House — Free entry — Celebrate Christmas by helping serve the Southwest Louisiana community with local restaurant support.
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Winter Wonderland Skate Night
Winter Wonderland Skate Night — Evening — Lake Charles Event Center — Check local listings for entry fees — Celebrate the holiday season with festive skating fun at this special event.
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