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Courtesy Photo - CCEDC. The future site of the VA Outpatient Clinic in Copperas Cove will be located on approximately 22 acres on the east side of the city.

Copperas Cove confirmed as site of future VA Clinic

david_morris

Fri, 02/13/2026 - 14:25

By LYNETTE SOWELL Cove Leader-Press It’s official: Copperas Cove will be the site of a new VA outpatient clinic that could be open and welcoming patients by late 2029.

CCISD Superintendent Brent Hawkins

CCISD trustees take second vote on superintendent contract

david_morris

Thu, 02/12/2026 - 16:39

By BRITTANY FHOLER Cove Leader-Press The Copperas Cove Independent School District Board of Trustees voted Feb. 3 to approve Superintendent Dr. Brent Hawkins’ contract two weeks after unanimously voting to extend it during their Jan. 20 meeting.

March 3 Primary

Early voting starts Tuesday for March 3 primary

david_morris

Thu, 02/12/2026 - 11:34

by LYNETTE SOWEL Cove Leader-Press Early Voting begin next Tuesday ahead of the March 3 primary elections. Next week, polls will be open Tuesday through Friday, Feb. 17-20, from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 21, from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m., and Sunday, Feb. 22, 11 a.m. until 5 p.m.

The U.S. 190 bypass widening project is set to begin on Feb. 16.

190 bypass widening project to start next week

david_morris

Mon, 02/09/2026 - 12:18

By LYNETTE SOWELL Cove Leader-Press The Texas Department of Transportation Waco District announced on Monday that the long-awaited widening project of the U.S. 190 bypass around Copperas Cove will begin next week on Feb. 16.

Andrew Montgomery

Man builds pride through service

david_morris

Mon, 02/02/2026 - 13:27

Special to the Leader-Press For Andrew Montgomery, service is measured not in recognition, but in results — classrooms that function seamlessly, workspaces that feel welcoming, and a campus that reflects pride and professionalism.

Douglas Matthijetz is sworn in as Copperas Cove fire chief.

Copperas Cove welcomes new fire chief

david_morris

Thu, 01/29/2026 - 15:53

By LYNETTE SOWELL Cove Leader-Press Last Friday morning, Douglas Matthijetz took his oath of office as the City of Copperas Cove Fire Chief. A pinning ceremony was held at the City Council Chambers, which was open to the public and also attended by a number of city staff and city officials.

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

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.

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.

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.