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Fairview/Jewell Elementary School librarian listens to a student read during last Thursday’s Salute to Literacy held by CCISD.

Fairview/Jewell Elementary School librarian listens to a student read during last Thursday’s Salute to Literacy held by CCISD.

Copperas Cove ISD holds inaugural Salute to Literacy

david_morris
Thu, 09/18/2025 - 16:04
By BRITTANY FHOLER Cove Leader-Press   Copperas Cove Independent School District held the Salute to Literacy event last Thursday evening, recognizing various organizations that have contributed to promoting literacy in the district for decades.
Central Texas College Police Academy Bravo Class graduation, September 2025

Central Texas College Police Academy Bravo Class graduation, September 2025

Bravo class graduates from CTC Police Academy

david_morris
Thu, 09/18/2025 - 15:53
By LYNETTE SOWELL Cove Leader-Press   The Anderson Campus Center conference room was nearly standing room only at last Friday morning’s graduation of the Bravo class from Central Texas College’s Police Academy.
Downtown Copperas Cove will be the setting for the 2nd annual #ShopCove Oktoberfest on Saturday, Sept. 20 from 4-10 p.m. (File Photo)

Downtown Copperas Cove will be the setting for the 2nd annual #ShopCove Oktoberfest on Saturday, Sept. 20 from 4-10 p.m. (File Photo)

Downtown Copperas Cove to host 2nd annual #ShopCove Oktoberfest

david_morris
Thu, 09/11/2025 - 13:58
By LYNETTE SOWELL Cove Leader-Press   Downtown Copperas Cove will be the setting of the #ShopCcove Oktoberfest on Saturday, September 20, from 4-10 p.m., hosted by the Copperas Cove Economic Development Corporation and the Taste of Cove Food Truck Park.
The Copperas Cove community is invited to celebrate the completion of the newest mural, "With Love From Copperas Cove" at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 13.

The Copperas Cove community is invited to celebrate the completion of the newest mural, "With Love From Copperas Cove" at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 13.

Community invited to mural celebration

david_morris
Thu, 09/11/2025 - 13:49
By LYNETTE SOWELL Cove Leader-Press   It took approximately two months, but the finishing touches have been put on the newest mural project in downtown Copperas Cove. CCHS art teacher and mural artist Linda Lapierre spearheaded the project located on the side of the building at 203 S. 2nd St.
Copperas Cove city manager Ryan Haverlah speaks during a Tuesday afternoon press conference.

Copperas Cove city manager Ryan Haverlah speaks during a Tuesday afternoon press conference.

Former Copperas Cove firefighter indicted

david_morris
Tue, 09/02/2025 - 17:35
By LYNETTE SOWELL  Cove Leader-Press    After the City of Copperas Cove confirmed that an internal investigation was completed in August concerning four former firefighters, one of whom resigned and three terminated from their positions, the City held a press conference on Tuesday afternoon.
Head football coach Rodney Southern, second from left, chuckles during Tuesday's first recording session of "Southern Talk."

Head football coach Rodney Southern, second from left, chuckles during Tuesday's first recording session of "Southern Talk."

Coach holds first “Southern Talk” ahead of first Bulldawgs game

david_morris
Thu, 08/28/2025 - 14:53
By LYNETTE SOWELL Cove Leader-Press   The Copperas Cove ISD board room was the site of Bulldawgs’ Head Coach Rodney Southern’s first recording of “Southern Talk.” The program was previously known as “Coffee with the Coach” and is held weekly prior to the Bulldawgs varsity game.
Copperas Cove EDC

Copperas Cove EDC

Copperas Cove EDC launching business improvement grant program

david_morris
Thu, 08/28/2025 - 14:44
By LYNETTE SOWELL Cove Leader-Press   The Copperas Cove Economic Development Corporation is starting a brand-new program to help small business owners in Copperas Cove. The CCEDC has allocated $25,000 in funds that will reimburse business owners for the improvements they make to their properties.
The U.S. 190 bypass widening project will be let for bid in November 2025.

The U.S. 190 bypass widening project will be let for bid in November 2025.

Funding for Highway 190 bypass widening part of new transportation plan

david_morris
Thu, 08/28/2025 - 14:42
By LYNETTE SOWELL Cove Leader-Press   Last week, Governor Greg Abbott announced a new 10-year state transportation plan which totals more than $146 billion. Among the projects green-lighted for funding is the widening of the U.S. 190 bypass around Copperas Cove.
Copperas Cove Police Department

Copperas Cove Police Department

Two dead after collisions involving six vehicles on Highway 190

david_morris
Thu, 08/28/2025 - 13:02
By LYNETTE SOWELL  Cove Leader-Press    Two people are dead after multiple collisions on the Highway 190 bypass Wednesday evening, when a driver attempted to pass in a no-passing zone. In a statement released on Thursday afternoon, Lt.
CCISD

CCISD

Superintendent: CCISD Proposition 1 not the “same bond”

david_morris
Thu, 08/21/2025 - 14:27
By LYNETTE SOWELL Cove Leader-Press   For the second time in two years, voters within the Copperas Cove Independent School District boundaries will see a bond on an election ballot. This time around, the bond has been split into three separate propositions which voters will decide.