Category Archives: Local News
$350 million Medicaid spending surge in Michigan prompting calls for federal investigation
LANSING, Mich. - A sudden $350 million surge in Michigan's Medicaid spending has prompted calls for a federal investigation as state lawmakers grapple with a tightening budget for 2026. State Republic...
May 04, 2026
Business Beat : Small Business Appreciation week highlights the big impact of small businesses around Branch County
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - Small Business Appreciation Week is shining a spotlight on the vital role independent retailers and service providers play in the Branch County economy. Local officials emphasiz...
May 04, 2026 Screenshot
Coldwater man facing multiple CSC Felonies
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - A 32-year-old Coldwater man was arrested on multiple CSC charges on Sunday. Ryan Joseph Schlueter was booked into the Branch County Jail at 12:35 p.m. Sunday afternoon. Accordin...
May 04, 2026 Screenshot
Entries for American Flags Across Branch County photo contest now being accepted
The Early Bird Exchange Club has launched its "Flags Across Branch County" photo contest, inviting local residents to capture and share images that showcase the beauty and significance of the American...
May 04, 2026
Coldwater seasonal vegetation ordinance now in effect
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - As spring rains give way to sunshine and rising temperatures, Coldwater officials are reminding residents to keep their lawn mowers ready. The City's vegetation ordinance is now...
May 04, 2026
CHS National Honor Society chapter welcomes 23 new members
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - The Coldwater High School chapter of the National Honor Society inducted 23 new members - 3 seniors, 12 juniors, and 8 sophomores - during ceremonies Sunday night at the Coach F...
May 03, 2026 Courtesy Coldwater Community Schools
Pair of million-dollar Powerball tickets sold in Angola last week
ANGOLA, IN (WTVB) - Two lucky Powerball tickets, each worth $1 million, were sold in Angola for the historic Wednesday drawing, according to the Hoosier Lottery. The winning tickets were purchased at ...
May 03, 2026
Above average spring rainfall ends Michigan drought conditions
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - Michigan has remained entirely free of drought for the fourth consecutive week, according to the latest report from the U.S. Drought Monitor. This stretch marks the first time i...
May 01, 2026
Final Coldwater brush pick up scheduled for Monday
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - The final spring brush collection for the City of Coldwater is scheduled to begin on Monday. Residents are required to have all materials placed along the roadway between the si...
May 01, 2026
Coldwater City Council approves annual Memorial Day events
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - The Coldwater City Council approved Resolution No. 26-40, authorizing Memorial Day events on Monday, May 25, which include the closure of US-12 and the use of Four Corners Park ...
May 01, 2026
