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Texas Education Freedom Accounts

Texas Education Freedom Accounts

"School choice" registration opens for parents on Feb. 4

david_morris
Thu, 01/29/2026 - 15:39
By LYNETTE SOWELL Cove Leader-Press   After the landmark legislation of Senate Bill 2 was signed into law by Texas Governor Greg Abbott, options have opened for Texas parents to enroll their children to private schools and receive state funding for their enrollment, and more.
Coryell County Local Primary Election

Coryell County Local Primary Election

Voter registration deadline is Feb. 2 for March Primary

david_morris
Thu, 01/29/2026 - 15:33
By LYNETTE SOWELL Cove Leader-Press   With the Tuesday, March 3 primary a little more than four weeks away, there are only a few days left for voters to register for the upcoming election. Texas law requires eligible voters to register by the 30th day before Election Day.
The Winter Graduation Ceremony for Crossroads High School was held on Friday Jan. 23.

The Winter Graduation Ceremony for Crossroads High School was held on Friday Jan. 23.

Crossroads High School holds winter graduation

david_morris
Thu, 01/29/2026 - 13:54
By BRITTANY FHOLER Cove Leader-Press   Crossroads High School held its Winter 2026 Commencement Ceremony at Lea Ledger Auditorium last Friday, with 32 graduates walking the stage.
Dozens of law enforcement agencies stand outside the Cadence Bank Center, where services were held for slain Copperas Cove police officer Elijah Garretson on Jan. 17.

Dozens of law enforcement agencies stand outside the Cadence Bank Center, where services were held for slain Copperas Cove police officer Elijah Garretson on Jan. 17.

Hundreds gather to remember the life of CCPD officer

david_morris
Thu, 01/22/2026 - 14:56
By BRITTANY FHOLER Cove Leader-Press   Hundreds gathered Saturday morning at the Cadence Bank Center to mourn and celebrate the life of Copperas Cove Police Officer Elijah Garretson and show support to his family and loved ones.
City of Copperas Cove

City of Copperas Cove

Copperas Cove city council tables pet microchipping ordinance

david_morris
Thu, 01/22/2026 - 14:39
By LYNETTE SOWELL Cove Leader-Press   A decision on whether to require microchipping of dogs and cats owned by Copperas Cove residents was tabled until March 3 by the Copperas Cove city council. A proposed ordinance was brought at the Tuesday Jan.
CCISD

CCISD

CCISD to hold annual State of the District event

david_morris
Mon, 01/19/2026 - 11:50
By LYNETTE SOWELL Cove Leader-Press     The Copperas Cove Independent School District invites the community to attend the annual State of the District presentation on Thursday, Jan. 22 at 6 p.m. at the Copperas Cove Civic Center. Refreshments will be provided. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.
GTC United (God Teamwork Community United) distributed baby items, including formula, as well as medical supplies at last Friday’s Market With A Mission at the Copperas Cove Civic Center. Market With A Mission will return in October.

GTC United (God Teamwork Community United) distributed baby items, including formula, as well as medical supplies at last Friday’s Market With A Mission at the Copperas Cove Civic Center. Market With A Mission will return in October.

Market with a Mission distributes food, connects the community

david_morris
Thu, 01/15/2026 - 17:21
By PAMELA GRANT Cove Leader-Press   It isn’t easy to ask for help, and with Friday’s Market with a Mission held at the Copperas Cove Civic Center, it wasn’t necessary, D&S Cuddling Critters partnered with the Central Texas Food Bank to provide free food for those in need—no paperwork or ID required.
Ava Hagan earned a buckle and received multiple top finishes, 3rd Place – Senior Trail; 2nd Place – Senior Western Pleasure; 2nd Place – Senior Showmanship; 1st Place – Senior Horsemanship; and Overall Grand Champion at the 66th annual Coryell County Youth Fair. The fair wraps up with a premium auction which starts at 4 p.m. on Jan. 17 at the Gatesville Civic Center. It is open to the public.

Ava Hagan earned a buckle and received multiple top finishes, 3rd Place – Senior Trail; 2nd Place – Senior Western Pleasure; 2nd Place – Senior Showmanship; 1st Place – Senior Horsemanship; and Overall Grand Champion at the 66th annual Coryell County Youth Fair. The fair wraps up with a premium auction which starts at 4 p.m. on Jan. 17 at the Gatesville Civic Center. It is open to the public.

Copperas Cove FFA, 4-H clubs show out at Coryell County Fair

david_morris
Thu, 01/15/2026 - 17:13
By LYNETTE SOWELL Cove Leader-Press   On Monday, the first day of the 66th annual Coryell County Youth Fair, Copperas Cove’s Ava Hagan earned a buckle and received multiple top finishes, 3rd Place – Senior Trail; 2nd Place – Senior Western Pleasure; 2nd Place – Senior Showmanship; 1st Place –...
Copperas Cove Police Department

Copperas Cove Police Department

Two dead after officer-involved shooting in Copperas Cove

david_morris
Sun, 01/11/2026 - 07:58
By LYNETTE SOWELL  Cove Leader-Press    The Texas Rangers are investigating the shooting death of a Copperas Cove police officer and another individual on Saturday, Jan. 10.  Sgt. Bryan Washko with the Texas Department of Public Safety issued a statement on Sunday morning.