CCISD names new HR director, assistant principal

By LYNETTE SOWELL Cove Leader-Press   During Tuesday night’s meeting of the Copperas Cove Independent School District board of trustees, CCISD superintendent Joe Burns announced Copperas Cove High School newest assistant principal along with the district’s new director of human resources.

Therapy dogs encourage reading, visit the elderly

By BRITTANY FHOLER Cove Leader-Press   Therapy dogs Bruno and Tucker lay down and let kids pet and love on them every Wednesday afternoon at the Copperas Cove Public Library.

CCISD to call for September 8 tax ratification election

By LYNETTE SOWELL Cove Leader-Press   The Copperas Cove Independent School District board of trustees heard a presentation at its workshop last Monday, provided by Doug Whitt, the CCISD’s financial advisor, along with Clay Binford, bond counsel from the firm of Norton Rose Fulbright.

Library’s Summer Reading Program kicks off

By PAMELA GRANT Cove Leader-Press   The Summer Reading Program kicked off on Tuesday afternoon in style—medieval style, that is. Warriors gave it their all, fighting for the best ‘rock’ band, while the young audience rooted for their favorite to emerge victorious.

Cove royalty brighten summer for elderly

Special to the Leader-Press B-12; 0-70; N-33. It is more than a numbers game at Copperas Cove Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center.  It is about reminding the elderly that someone cares for them.

Police, Animal Control and Code compliance release annual reports

By LYNETTE SOWELL Cove Leader-Press  The City of Copperas Cove’s Police Department, which also oversees Animal Control and Code Compliance, recently released its annual support for the calendar year 2017.

Putters & Gutters celebrates one year, opens skating rink

By LYNETTE SOWELL Cove Leader-Press  One Central Texas business celebrated its first year in business along with the opening of its latest offering for families and more – a roller skating rink. Putters & Gutters, located at 2341 S.

Refuge Corporation raises homelessness awareness

By PAMELA GRANT Cove Leader-Press According to the National Alliance to End Homelessness, there are over 500,000 homeless people in the United States, and, according to the Texas Homeless Network, there are an estimated 560 homeless people in the Central Texas area.

Chamber holds first Coffee & Commerce gathering

By PAMELA GRANT Cove Leader-Press Businesspeople gathered on Friday morning to chat, make connections, and enjoy some morning coffee. The Copperas Cove Chamber of Commerce held its first “Coffee & Commerce” at Amy’s Attic 8:30 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. Snacks and coffee were provided at the event.

School board to discuss teacher, staff pay raises for 2018-2019

By LYNETTE SOWELL Cove Leader-Press  The Copperas Cove Independent School District board of trustees is looking at recommended pay raises for teachers and district staff, to be discussed and voted upon at tonight’s board meeting set for 6:30 p.m.