Category Archives: Local News
The bitter cold continues with no big relief in the near future
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - Residents of Branch County and southwest Michigan are bracing for another week of brutal winter weather as the ongoing cold snap shows no signs of relenting. with additional sno...
Jan 26, 2026
Continued cold temperatures make clearing the roads more challenging
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - With the combination of snow on nearly a daily basis combines with very cold temperatures clearing the roads becomes more of a challenge for area road crews. Branch County Road ...
Jan 26, 2026
Another snow day Monday for Branch County students
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - Old Man Winter has claimed another school day for area students. All schools in Branch, Hillsdale, and St. Joseph counties, as well as many in Calhoun County are closed again Mo...
Jan 25, 2026 karenr / Depositphotos.com
Michigan residents involved in serious Steuben County crash
ANGOLA, IN (WTVB) - The Steuben County Sheriff's Office is investigating a serious three-vehicle crash that occurred on Saturday evening, just before 6:00 p.m. on US 20 near Silver Lake in rural Pleas...
Jan 25, 2026
Cardboard sled races highlight chilly Winterfest at Heritage Park
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - Despite below zero temperatures, organizers say it was a good turnout for Saturday's annual Winterfest at Coldwater's Heritage Park. While horse drawn carriage rides and a sled ...
Jan 25, 2026
Sunday snow affects some churches, Rec Department
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - After sub-zero temperatures Saturday, steady snow across southwest Michigan Sunday is expected to add several more inches what is currently on the ground. The Winter Weather Adv...
Jan 25, 2026 Jim Kelly / CC
Angola home destroyed in Saturday morning fire
ANGOLA, IN (WTVB) - Firefighters battled a destructive residential blaze in frigid conditions Saturday morning at the home of Gregory J. Sanders on 3675 W. Landis Road. Emergency crews were dispatched...
Jan 24, 2026
Sale of nine vacant parcels for Western Meadows development on Monday's City Council agenda
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - The Coldwater City Council will be asked on Monday night to introduce a pair of resolutions regarding the proposed sale of nine vacant parcels on Wallace Lane totaling $180,000 ...
Jan 23, 2026 Western Meadows First Phase. Courtesy City of Coldwater
Tibbits Best of the Eagles concert Saturday postponed
COLDWATER, MI, (WTVB) - Saturday's concert at the Tibbits Opera House in Coldwater featuring one of the top Eagles tribute bands in the country has been postponed. Due to the weather emergency declare...
Jan 23, 2026
Fire officials ask residents to clear snow from hydrants
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - Fire officials are reminding residents to ensure that fire hydrants are cleared of snow. The cold weather typically means more fires, as residents use alternative heating method...
Jan 23, 2026
