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Students at Clements/Parsons Elementary School went home early Tuesday morning because of a power issue. The disruption resulted from a blown transformer, affecting only this elementary school in the district. Parents should watch for further information via email regarding the situation.
KXXV · Oct 13, 2026Daytime paving operations by TxDOT will close sections of State Highway 9 from Wednesday through Friday. These works require a full closure of the I-14 off-ramp to State Highway 9, plus single-lane closures on SH 9. Drivers should expect these road changes when traveling through Copperas Cove.
The Killeen Daily Herald · Oct 13, 2026Area police reports detailed several incidents across various locations in the area. Reported events included theft of property, vehicle burglaries, and instances of driving while intoxicated throughout the day. These ongoing reports mean residents should remain aware of local safety conditions.
The Killeen Daily Herald · Oct 13, 2026Sober Sips LLC intends to open a new non-alcoholic bar within Copperas Cove. The establishment will serve items like non-alcoholic beer, wine, and mixed drinks alongside food options. This venue aims to provide a welcoming gathering place for the community.
The Killeen Daily Herald · Oct 13, 2026Nib, our AI, summarized the linked public news sources. It does not report the news or create stories on its own. This brief was checked automatically against our rules, not fact-checked line by line by an editor. AI summaries can miss context or make mistakes, so check the original sources before acting on this information.
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Students at Clements/Parsons Elementary School campus were sent home early Tuesday morning because of a power issue. The disruption was caused by a blown transformer, and the elementary school is the only one in the district affected. Parents should watch for further information via email.
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Copperas Cove ISD announced early dismissal for Clements/Parsons Elementary School due to a power outage affecting part of the campus. The district anticipates full power restoration by Wednesday, Oct. 14. CCISD Maintenance and Oncor Electric Delivery crews are currently on site.
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Daytime paving operations by TxDOT and its contractor will occur Wednesday through Friday on State Highway 9. These works necessitate a full closure of the I-14 off-ramp to State Highway 9, along with a single-lane closure on SH 9 from the railroad to Old Georgetown Road.
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Area police reports detailed several incidents including theft of property, assaults causing bodily injury to family members, and vehicle burglaries across various locations. Other reported events included possession of marijuana and instances of driving while intoxicated throughout the day.
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The Copperas Cove Independent School District canceled its special called/workshop meeting for the Board of Trustees on Tuesday evening. The cancellation was due to "unforeseen circumstances," according to a district spokesman. No date has been set yet to reschedule the meeting.
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Sober Sips LLC plans to open a non-alcoholic bar in Copperas Cove. The business will serve non-alcoholic beer, wine, and mixed drinks, alongside food items. It aims to be a welcoming place for the community, including veterans.
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