CCLP/LYNETTE SOWELL-STEVENS The prcesssion for Retired Deputy Fire Chief Mike Flaming passes in front of the Central Fire Station last. Friday morning. Fleming was remembered with a Celebration of Life service on Monday at Lea Ledger Auditorium.

CCLP/LYNETTE SOWELL-STEVENS The prcesssion for Retired Deputy Fire Chief Mike Flaming passes in front of the Central Fire Station last. Friday morning. Fleming was remembered with a Celebration of Life service on Monday at Lea Ledger Auditorium.

Former Copperas Cove Deputy Fire Chief remembered by family, friends, community

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Thu, 07/02/2026 - 12:41
By LYNETTE SOWELL-STEVENS Cove Leader-Press   Retired Copperas Cove Deputy Fire Chief Michael...
One of the mobile food vendors at Rabbit Fest 2026. Mobile food vendors in Texas are now facing new fees and a mandatory state registration that took effect on July 1.

One of the mobile food vendors at Rabbit Fest 2026. Mobile food vendors in Texas are now facing new fees and a mandatory state registration that took effect on July 1.

Local food trucks feel the pinch of new state law

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Thu, 07/02/2026 - 12:05
By LYNETTE SOWELL-STEVENS Cove Leader-Press   In Texas, the law for operating a food truck has...
Kyra Gaston, a 2022 graduate of Copperas Cove High School, was recently awarded her place in the girls volleyball record books with the National Federation of State High School Associations, or NFHS.

Kyra Gaston, a 2022 graduate of Copperas Cove High School, was recently awarded her place in the girls volleyball record books with the National Federation of State High School Associations, or NFHS.

CCHS grad Gaston earns spot in HS volleyball record book

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Thu, 06/25/2026 - 12:33
Special to the Leader-Press    A Bulldawg has cemented herself in the national high school...
Copperas Cove Assistant City Manager and Chief of Police Eddie Wilson is presented the Distinguished Alumni award by Central Texas College Foundation Executive Director Valerie Payson. Wilson graduated from CTC’s police academy where he has also served as an adjunct professor.

Copperas Cove Assistant City Manager and Chief of Police Eddie Wilson is presented the Distinguished Alumni award by Central Texas College Foundation Executive Director Valerie Payson. Wilson graduated from CTC’s police academy where he has also served as an adjunct professor.

Eddie Wilson and Douglas Galick Honored as Central Texas College Distinguished Alumni

Thu, 07/02/2026 - 12:58

By Wendy Sledd Special To Leader-Press   Central Texas College (CTC) is proud to recognize two individuals with strong ties to Copperas Cove, Assistant City Manager and Chief of Police Eddie Wilson and Command Sergeant Major Douglas Galick, as part of its 2026 Distinguished Alumni class.

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John Gallen, dressed as Uncle Sam, awards a prize basket at last year’s 4th of July Celebration at Allin House. This year’s celebration is set for 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 4.

John Gallen, dressed as Uncle Sam, awards a prize basket at last year’s 4th of July Celebration at Allin House. This year’s celebration is set for 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 4.

Independence Day celebrations to be held in Copperas Cove

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Thu, 06/25/2026 - 12:11
By LYNETTE SOWELL-STEVENS Cove Leader-Press   The Copperas Cove Historical Society is inviting the...

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Kyra Gaston, a 2022 graduate of Copperas Cove High School, was recently awarded her place in the girls volleyball record books with the National Federation of State High School Associations, or NFHS.

Kyra Gaston, a 2022 graduate of Copperas Cove High School, was recently awarded her place in the girls volleyball record books with the National Federation of State High School Associations, or NFHS.

CCHS grad Gaston earns spot in HS volleyball record book

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Thu, 06/25/2026 - 12:33
Special to the Leader-Press    A Bulldawg has cemented herself in the national high school...

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Obituaries 

Mixon

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Thu, 05/07/2026 - 14:58
   Patsy Jean Brewer Mixon September 9, 1947 ~ May 4, 2026   Patsy Jean Brewer Mixon passed from...

Simpson

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Thu, 05/07/2026 - 14:57
Andrew Reilly Simpson April 29, 1968 – May 3, 2026   Andrew Reilly Simpson, April 29, 1968 – May 3,...
Linda Ledger

Linda Ledger

Ledger

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Thu, 02/19/2026 - 13:00
Linda Carol Ledger March 10, 1944 ~ February 13, 2026 Linda Carol Ledger, age 81, of Copperas Cove,...

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