Five Hills Pageant rehearsal scheduled for Saturday

Special to Leader-Press  Dawn Hale knows what it means to persevere. The reigning Senior Ms. Five Hills competed three times before finally capturing the crown.

Velesky sisters “hog” the awards at San Antonio Livestock Show

Special to Leader-Press    The San Antonio Livestock Show is one of the largest and prestigious shows in the nation with hundreds of competitors in the show ring, approximately 1.5 million visitors entering the grounds each year and more than 6,000 volunteers implementing the event.

Copperas Cove family describes experience of eight days without power

By BRITTANY FHOLER  Cove Leader-Press  By Saturday evening, the large majority of Copperas Cove residents had finally had their power restored, but some families are still upset at how long they went without power.

Crossroads High implements JROTC program

By MANDI MILLER Special to Leader-Press  Crossroads High School recently implemented a JROTC program in support of preparing students for life beyond high school. The goal of the program is to develop character skills including critical thinking, leadership, communication, and teamwork.

Copperas Cove High School hosts historically Black college job fair

Copperas Cove High School’s Black Student Union co-hosted the 4th Annual Historically Black Colleges and Universities Virtual College Fair facilitated by The MOSS Foundation.

Junior titleholder pays tribute to hospitalized veterans

Special to Leader-Press    School students throughout Copperas Cove ISD are showing their appreciation to hospitalized veterans with construction paper, glue, glitter and a lot of red and pink hearts.

KCCB’s annual Eco Fling set for Feb. 27

By BRITTANY FHOLER  Cove Leader-Press    Keep Copperas Cove Beautiful is hosting its annual Spring Eco Fling this month on Saturday, Feb. 27, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Copperas Cove Civic Center.

Cub Scouts Pack 251 rally for annual derby

By BRITTANY FHOLER  Cove Leader-Press    Cub Scout Pack 251 held its annual Pinewood Derby Race Saturday morning at the Copperas Cove VFW Post #8577.  Dozens of scouts of all ages participated and watched with excitement as their cars raced down the track.

Valentine’s outing raising funds for sensory equipment for autistic students

Special to Leader-Press    Enjoying an evening with your special valentine can be challenging due to overcrowded restaurants, high-priced gifts and the desire to enjoy a memorable night.  Chocolate Fantasia on Feb. 12, 5 p.m.-7 pm.

Coryell County youth participate in annual fair

By BRITTANY FHOLER  Cove Leader-Press    The annual Coryell County Youth Fair concluded with its live auction on Saturday night at the Gatesville Civic Center, featuring 215 entries of kids from across the county who placed sixth and up with their animals or Reserve Champion and Grand Champion with...