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Copperas Cove military spouse survived 2019 hurricane that nearly destroyed her house
COPPERAS COVE – Brenda “B.J.” Taylor was enjoying a relaxing, stormy Sunday evening at the dream home she and her military veteran husband, Don, built after he retired in 2002, when an EF-2 tornado plowed through their Copperas Cove neighborhood and nearly destroyed the house. B.J. was...
Nolanville council receives updates on fire station, Oncor lawsuits
NOLANVILLE — City leaders in Nolanville have received an update on the city’s litigation for the acquisition of the Central Bell County Fire Station and an ongoing legal battle with Oncor. Nolanville Fire Department has already moved into the fire station previously used by Central Bell Fire and...
Heights man indicted for the third time this year after burglary accusation in Killeen
A Harker Heights man has been indicted for a third time this year, on a total of four felony charges, after he allegedly stole lawn care equipment from a city of Killeen Parks and Recreation Department storage building in May. On Wednesday, a Bell County grand jury indicted Luke Garrett...
Humans caused climate change. Amid the suffering, now they must solve it
NEW YORK (AP) — For decades, scientists warned that continued burning of oil, gas, and coal would have devastating climate impacts. Those impacts are being felt around the world. Climate change is driving extreme weather.
Art exhibit inside Goodman-LeGrand highlights museum's treasures
Nestled inside the historic Goodman-LeGrand Museum are hundreds of artifacts that narrate the stories of one of East Texas’s most prosperous families. These treasures, ranging from paintings and furniture to delicate china on the dining room table, have been cherished heirlooms passed down through generations, each with its own tale of heritage and history.
KPD updates residents in town hall, hears their concerns
The Killeen Police Department hosted a town hall meeting at Destiny World Outreach Center in north Killeen on Thursday evening to address public safety and other concerns. Killeen Police Chief Pete Lopez said he wanted to prioritize community engagement by actively seeking input from residents, business owners, and community organizations to understand their concerns and needs. Lopez, the city of Killeen’s first Latino police chief, began his tenure in June of last year.
Nolanville Council discusses packed agenda at Thursday meeting
NOLANVILLE — The Nolanville City Council had a packed agenda Thursday as they made up for a cancelled meeting that would have taken place on July 4. The council discussed a variety of things from grants for city infrastructure, creating a youth advisory council, possibly approving agreements with Texas A&M College of Architecture and more.
Killeen police encourage residents to use ReportIt for property tracking
KILLEEN, Texas — The Killeen Police Department is urging residents to use ReportIt, a free online service, to securely store information that can aid in recovering stolen property. The department has long utilized Leads Online, a system that collaborates with police nationwide to track and recover stolen items. ReportIt,...
New School: Moving vision to reality, KISD celebrates Dr. Jimmie Don Aycock Middle School
The new auditorium at Dr. Jimmie Don Aycock Middle School in south Killeen was filled to capacity Thursday as Killeen ISD held a dedication ceremony for the newest and 13th middle school in the district. “It is so amazing that I am here to see this,” Aycock, a retired veterinarian...
Shooting in Killeen leaves one dead, police seek information
KILLEEN, Texas — A man was found dead after a shooting on the 2100 block of N W.S. Young Drive on Sunday afternoon. Officers were dispatched at 4:40 p.m. and discovered an unconscious male suffering from a gunshot wound. Justice of the Peace Gregory Johnson pronounced the victim deceased at 6:30 p.m. The name of the victim has been withheld pending notification of next of kin.
Minor invites residents for coffee in Killeen
Bell County Commissioner Louie Minor invites the public to have “Coffee with a Commissioner” to discuss issues and get the latest update on the Bell County annex that will be built in Killeen. The event will be held from 7:30 - 9 a.m. Wednesday at Starbucks, 3120 W....
Cove police crack down on tobacco sales to minors with sting
The Copperas Cove Police Department recently conducted a sting to crack down on the sale of tobacco to minors. The police reported eight instances of “sale of tobacco products to a minor” on Tuesday. All the cases occurred from 4:31 to 7:18 p.m. Around the Web. A Simple...
KPD investigating Thursday afternoon homicide
In a news release issued late Thursday, the Killeen Police Department announced it is investigating a homicide that occurred Thursday afternoon in north Killeen. According to the release, officers were dispatched at 4:40 p.m. to the 2100 block of North W.S. Young Drive in reference to a shooting victim. Upon their arrival they located an unconscious man suffering from a gunshot wound.
Texas Convicted Murderer Now Being Sued For $15 Million
The death of Anna Moriah “Mo” Wilson was one of the most shocking and attention getting cases that Texas has seen in a while. She was murdered by Kaitlin Armstrong who is now spending the next 90 years of her life in Dr. Lane Murray Unit which is a women’s prison in Gatesville, Texas.
OPINION: Killeen P&Z commissioners offer needed insight, deserve council’s respect
Killeen’s Planning and Zoning Commission has been at odds with the City Council and city staff lately. Twice in the last three months, the nine-member commission — which is appointed by the City Council — has recommended denial of rezoning requests for potential residential developments, despite the city staff’s approval of the zoning change.
Maria S. Rice
Funeral services for Maria S. Rice, 85, of Killeen, will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at Crawford-Bowers Funeral Home Chapel in Killeen followed by internment at 1 p.m. at the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery. Ms. Rice died July 17, 2024, in Killeen.
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