Category Archives: Local News
2026 could be a bumpy year for the Michigan marijuana industry
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - A perfect storm is brewing that could have a devastating effect on the marijuana industry in Michigan, and in particular Branch and surrounding counties. Nick Young Instructor o...
Dec 17, 2025 Opra2010 / Depositphotos.com
Business Beat: Magician Jonathon LaChance brings holiday magic show to Tibbits this Friday
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - Renowned comedy magician Jonathon LaChance returns to the historic Tibbits Opera House this Friday, at 7:00 p.m. for his festive "Christmas Magic Show." Following a successful a...
Dec 17, 2025
Ford EV cutbacks force a production pivot at Marshall battery plant
MARSHALL, MI (WTVB) - Ford Motor Company's Blue Oval Battery Plant in Marshall remains under construction but is now undergoing a massive strategic pivot that has sparked new uncertainty. While the pl...
Dec 17, 2025
Michigan-Indiana border bill receives final approval from state legislature
LANSING, MI (WTVB) - Legislation aimed at finalizing the long-disputed border between Michigan and Indiana is heading to Governor Gretchen Whitmer's desk for her signature. Sponsored by State Senator ...
Dec 17, 2025 State Senator Jonathan Lindsey
Bronson man facing multiple felonies after being extradited from Kentucky
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - A Bronson man is facing several charges after allegedly breaking into a home, setting it on fire and then stealing a truck back in September. 21-year-old Dallas Michael Gump fac...
Dec 16, 2025
Stempien talks about decision to seek soon to be vacant Branch County Circuit Court Judge
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - As of this afternoon, Branch County Prosecutor Zach Stempien so far is the only candidate to toss his hat into the ring to replace the outgoing Bill O'Grady as Branch County Cir...
Dec 16, 2025 JanPietruszka / Depositphotos.com
Unemployment rates decline for September
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - Not seasonally adjusted jobless rates decreased in 17 of Michigan's 18 labor market areas in September, according to data released today by the Michigan Department of Technology...
Dec 16, 2025 Feverpitch / Depositphotos.com
Coldwater City Council greenlights new in car cameras and body cams for CPD
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - The Coldwater City Council approved a resolution Monday night for the Coldwater Police Department to replace both body cams and in car cameras. Assistant Police Chief Patrick Be...
Dec 16, 2025
Business Beat: Coach Eby Youth Center seeking donations for annual Christmas dinner
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - The Coach Eby Center is preparing for its annual Christmas dinner initiative, anticipating a significant increase in demand this year as rising grocery costs strain local famili...
Dec 16, 2025
Harvey leaving CCS, Fitch to take over as Superintendent Administrative Assistant
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - There will be a change in the executive office of the Coldwater Community Schools after the first of the year. The district's Board of Education accepted the resignation of Heat...
Dec 15, 2025 Courtesy Coldwater Community Schools Facebook page
