Category Archives: Local News

COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has announced that the first of its two annual Free Fishing Weekends for 2026 will take place this Saturday, Feb. 14, and Sunday, ...

COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - Michigan State Representative Jennifer Wortz is recovering from a broken ankle sustained a during a legislative snowmobile outing near Petoskey late last month. Wortz, a member ...

COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - The Branch County Sheriff's Office is actively recruiting compassionate volunteers to join its Victim Services Team, a specialized unit dedicated to ensuring that no resident ha...

BRONSON, MI (WTVB) - The Bronson City Council approved a five-year contract agreement with Washler, Incorporated of Garrett, Indiana on Monday night to handle all residential trash and recycling colle...

ANGOLA, IN (WTVB) - Steuben County has officially entered the digital arena of the statewide casino debate, launching a dedicated information portal as Indiana lawmakers consider relocating a major ga...

LANSING, MI (WTVB) - Governor Gretchen Whitmer's proposed fiscal year 2027 budget includes significant tax hikes on tobacco and gaming to address a projected $1.8 billion shortfall in Michigan's Medic...

COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - Across Michigan and right here in Branch County, today marks 211 day, a celebration of the 24/7 hotline that connects residents to vital health and human services. This year, th...

COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - Families and students from Max Larsen Elementary School are invited to a community fundraising event at the local McDonald's later this month. The Maynard Family McDonald's , lo...

COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - The Branch County Road Commission has announced that seasonal weight restrictions will go into effect at 6:00 AM on Monday, February 16, 2026. These "frost laws" are implemented...

COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - Public school districts across Michigan are preparing for the biannual Spring Count Day today, a day that helps determine state funding for the current academic year. Mandated b...