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Lisa Moreno of Copperas Cove opens a gift of windchimes given to her in memory of her son, Manuel Moreno, on Friday morning. Lisa and her other son, Joe, were in Coryell County court giving statements to the court regarding the loss of Manuel due to Cody Ray Vaughan, who pled guilty to intoxication manslaughter as well as collision involving death - fail to stop and render aid..

Lisa Moreno of Copperas Cove opens a gift of windchimes given to her in memory of her son, Manuel Moreno, on Friday morning. Lisa and her other son, Joe, were in Coryell County court giving statements to the court regarding the loss of Manuel due to Cody Ray Vaughan, who pled guilty to intoxication manslaughter as well as collision involving death - fail to stop and render aid..

Vaughan receives two 35-year sentences

david_morris
Thu, 07/31/2025 - 13:48
By LYNETTE SOWELL Cove Leader-Press   After a delay of four days, on July 18, 52nd District Court Judge Trent Farrell sentenced Cody Ray Vaughan to two 35-year sentences for intoxication manslaughter with a vehicle and collision involving death - fail to stop and render aid.
City of Copperas Cove

City of Copperas Cove

City to launch information campaign for transportation fee

david_morris
Thu, 07/17/2025 - 11:55
By LYNETTE SOWELL Cove Leader-Press   Copperas Cove residents and businesses with City of Copperas Cove water utility accounts should be on the lookout for a transportation utility fee that could begin as soon as Jan. 1, 2026.
The speed limit has been reduced to 50 MPH on the western end of Business 190.

The speed limit has been reduced to 50 MPH on the western end of Business 190.

Copperas Cove city council approves speed limit changes on West Business 190

david_morris
Thu, 07/17/2025 - 11:44
  By LYNETTE SOWELL Cove Leader-Press   During Tuesday’s Copperas Cove city council meeting, the council approved changing the speed limit along a portion of West Business 190, from Georgetown Road to the intersection of F.M.
Volunteers work on the newest mural in downtown Copperas Cove. More volunteers are welcome, starting at 7 a.m. daily.

Volunteers work on the newest mural in downtown Copperas Cove. More volunteers are welcome, starting at 7 a.m. daily.

Work begins on Copperas Cove’s newest mural

david_morris
Thu, 07/17/2025 - 11:41
By PAMELA GRANT Cove Leader-Press   Work is well underway for Copperas Cove’s latest mural. Artists began work early last Thursday morning and continued throughout the week. All of those working on the mural are volunteers. The leader of this mural is Linda Lapierre who came up with the idea.
CTC Protective Services Professor Patrick Boone demonstrates proper arrest and control techniques to Bravo Class cadets during Police Academy training.

CTC Protective Services Professor Patrick Boone demonstrates proper arrest and control techniques to Bravo Class cadets during Police Academy training.

CTC Police Academy Cadets receive training in real-world preparation

david_morris
Tue, 07/15/2025 - 13:08
By Wendy Sledd Special to the Leader-Press    Central Texas College’s (CTC) current Police Academy cadets in the Bravo Class are deep in training this week, focusing on arrest and control techniques—an essential component of their 24-week Basic Peace Officer Course.
Leonardo Torres and his mother share a moment of connection while practicing sign language together, one of the many family-bonding moments from the CTC class.

Leonardo Torres and his mother share a moment of connection while practicing sign language together, one of the many family-bonding moments from the CTC class.

College for Kids ASL Class Inspires Young Learner’s Drive to Communicate

david_morris
Wed, 07/02/2025 - 15:27
By Wendy Sledd Special to the Leader-Press    For 7-year-old Leonardo Torres, learning American Sign Language (ASL) isn’t just a fun summer activity. It’s a meaningful step toward connection.
Recommended fee increases include changes in volumetric rates for both water and sewer services for Copperas Cove utility customers.

Recommended fee increases include changes in volumetric rates for both water and sewer services for Copperas Cove utility customers.

Copperas Cove city council briefed on proposed fee changes

david_morris
Wed, 07/02/2025 - 15:14
By LYNETTE SOWELL Cove Leader-Press   Come Oct. 1, 2025, a number of proposed fees will likely go into effect for Copperas Cove residents and utility customers.
CCLP/PAMELA GRANT Xander Bickford executes a 360-degree jump spinning kick while throwing and catching his nunchaku. Bickford plans to perform the weapons form at a competition in Wales later this year.

CCLP/PAMELA GRANT Xander Bickford executes a 360-degree jump spinning kick while throwing and catching his nunchaku. Bickford plans to perform the weapons form at a competition in Wales later this year.

Iron Dojo hosts ICO Team USA

david_morris
Wed, 07/02/2025 - 14:49
By PAMELA GRANT Cove Leader-Press   Local martial artists are preparing to compete on the international stage. Copperas Cove’s own Zachary and Rodney Phillips are preparing to compete in Norway in November and have been training rigorously.