Category Archives: Local News

Branch County United Way to begin search for new Executive Director
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - The Branch County United Way Executive Board of Directors has announced their Executive Director, Kevin Sheppard has resigned from his position. In a statement, the board said, ...
Ken Delaney May 22, 2026

Memorial Day ceremonies, parades planned across Branch County Monday
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - Communities across Branch County Monday will honor the fallen men and women who died in service to our country with multiple Memorial Day ceremonies and parades. The annual cere...
Ken Delaney May 22, 2026

County building department maintains steady volume of permit activity
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - It only took the Branch County Board of Commissioners about ten minutes to take care of business during their work session Thursday. The light agenda included the annual Branch ...
Ken Delaney May 21, 2026

Walberg joins on bipartisan bill to protect against aquatic invasive species
WASHINGTON D.C. (WTVB) - Michigan Fifth District Republican Congressman Tim Walberg and Democrat Representative Sarah Elfreth of Maryland this week introduced the Aquatic Invasive Species Control and ...
Ken Delaney May 21, 2026 Zebra mussels on beach (courtesy Dave Brenner-Michigan Sea Grant)

Business Beat: Just Win Liquidation grand reopening is Friday
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - Just Win Liquidation is hosting a grand reopening celebration and ribbon-cutting ceremony at its brand-new location on Friday, May 22. The event kicks off at 9:30 AM at 480 Mars...
Brett Briscoe May 21, 2026

Quincy and Bronson graduation ceremonies tonight
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - As the school year winds down, the first graduation ceremonies of the spring are tonight. Ceremonies for both Quincy and Bronson Community Schools seniors will be held at 7:00 p...
Ken Delaney May 21, 2026

ITC to conduct aerial powerline inspections in Branch County next month
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - ITC Michigan has announced that it will conduct low-flying helicopter inspections of high-voltage transmission lines across much of the Lower Peninsula from May 27 through June ...
Brett Briscoe May 20, 2026

SEKISUI Voltex holds ribbon cutting to celebrate completion of $39 million expansion
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - SEKISUI Voltek officially opened its new $39 million precision foam expansion in Coldwater, on Tuesday, marking a major milestone for the company's "Project Endeavor." The 50,00...
Brett Briscoe May 20, 2026

Michigan restaurants being hit hard by difficult economy
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - The Michigan restaurant industry is facing a steeper uphill battle than the rest of the nation as economic pressures mount across the state. According to a recent April survey b...
Brett Briscoe May 20, 2026

MIOSHA confirms two workplace deaths in past week in Michigan including Marshall roofer
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - The Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) has confirmed that 12 workplace-related deaths have occurred in the state so far in 2026 following two tragic...
Brett Briscoe May 20, 2026

