Author Archives: Jim Measel

CBPU wants to inspect commercial grease traps and interceptors
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - The Coldwater Board of Public Utilities Board of Trustees approved an ordinance and resolution Wednesday night that implements an inspection process for all commercial grease tr...
Jim Measel Jul 02, 2025 Courtesy City of Coldwater

CBPU Board approves electrical rate adjustments with small customer impact
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - While Utility Financial Solutions determined the Coldwater Board of Public Utilities does not need an increase in electrical rates this year, the CBPU Board of Trustees slightly...
Jim Measel Jul 02, 2025

Carriage Circle Amended Plan approved by Coldwater Brownfield Redevelopment Authority
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - Plans for another housing project in Coldwater are moving forward. The City of Coldwater's Brownfield Redevelopment Authority approved and recommended to the City Council during...
Jim Measel Jun 30, 2025 Courtesy City of Coldwater

Snyder found competent to stand trial after forensic examinations
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - Two criminal cases against a Coldwater Lake man who is facing nine charges can proceed in Branch County District Court after it was determined he is now competent to stand trial...
Jim Measel Jun 29, 2025 Marco Verch Professional Photographer / CC

Walsh proposes new Branch County budget process to Commissioners
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - Branch County Administrator Frank Walsh wants to make some changes to the county's budget process this year. He told the Branch County Board of Commissioners Tuesday he will pre...
Jim Measel Jun 26, 2025 GotCredit / CC

DDA Board approves Children's Museum of Branch County mural and sunflower design
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - The Coldwater Downtown Development Authority Board approved the design of a mural of flowers as well as the final design of a sunflower that will be installed on the side of the...
Jim Measel Jun 25, 2025 Courtesy of Elemental Artistry LLC and City of Coldwater

Downtown Coldwater building at 71 and 73 West Chicago once again for sale
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - Branch County Economic Growth Alliance Director Audrey Tappenden told the Downtown Development Authority Board Wednesday morning that the property at 71 and 73 West Chicago has ...
Jim Measel Jun 25, 2025 71-73 West Chicago Street, Coldwater MI

Commissioners approve courthouse IT and audio/visual proposal
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - The Branch County Board of Commissioners approved a proposal of just under $150,000 Tuesday for IT and audio/visual equipment associated with the Branch County courtroom renovat...
Jim Measel Jun 24, 2025 Courtesy of Branch County Government

Small overcharging error caught on Branch County summer tax bills
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - After what was called a minor overcharging error was discovered on Branch County's summer tax bills, taxpayers will get a credit when the winter tax bills are sent out. Branch C...
Jim Measel Jun 24, 2025 ChristianChan / Depositphotos.com

Coldwater Board of Education adopts 2025-2026 budget
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - The Coldwater Community Schools Board of Education formally approved the district's 2025-2026 budget Monday night. Chief Financial Officer Rachelle Roby said the budget had to b...
Jim Measel Jun 23, 2025 Coldwater Community Schools Chief Financial Officer Rochelle Roby. Courtesy CCS You Tube Channel

