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Early voting begins for May 24 runoff election 

By LYNETTE SOWELL  Cove Leader-Press    Early voting begins on Monday, May 16 for the May 24 runoff election.  Polls will be open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., in Copperas Cove at the Early Voting Center, located at 508-B Cove Terrace.

CTC previews College for Kids

By BRITTANY FHOLER Cove Leader-Press    Central Texas College’s Continuing Education held its annual preview day on Saturday morning for its summer programs and classes, known as College for Kids.

42nd Rabbit Fest Kicks off Thursday at Copperas Cove City Park

By LYNETTE SOWELL  Cove Leader-Press    Tens of thousands of visitors will flock to Copperas Cove City Park for Rabbit Fest, which kicks off Thursday afternoon and runs through Sunday.  Gates open on Thursday at 4 p.m., with an opening ceremony at 5:30 p.m. at Fester’s Stage.

Ronnie Viss to be remembered, celebrated by family, friends, community

By LYNETTE SOWELL Cove Leader-Press  Ronnie Viss packed many hours into many years of service during his lifetime, and on Friday and Saturday, and in the times to come, the local community along with his family and friends will remember and celebrate his life.

Cove High DECA members compete at world contest

Special to the Leader-Press   Six Copperas Cove High School DECA members went head-to-head with more than 17,000 students from around the world at the international DECA competition in Atlanta, Georgia.

Our Community Salutes honors students heading to the military

By BRITTANY FHOLER Cove Leader-Press   Our Community Salutes-Central Texas recognized more than 75 students who have made a commitment to join one of the branches of the United States military with a ceremony held at the Harker Heights Public Library Thursday evening.

Noon Exchange holds annual Mayfest 5K Color Run

By BRITTANY FHOLER Cove Leader-Press   The Copperas Cove Noon Exchange Club held its annual Mayfest 5K Color Run Saturday morning at Ogletree Gap, drawing out 25 runners and walkers.  The run serves as the primary fundraiser for the Noon Exchange Club each year.