Category Archives: Local News

St. Charles Borromeo School announces expansion plans for 2026-27 school year
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - Officials at St. Charles Borromeo School have announced expansion plans for the 2026-2027 school year which include offering 9th grade (on a trial basis), a second kindergarten ...
Brett Briscoe May 04, 2026

School Bond Issues to be voted on Tuesday in Coldwater and Quincy
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - After months of planning, community engagement meetings, radio interviews and countless building tours both Coldwater Community Schools and Quincy Community schools are now read...
Brett Briscoe May 04, 2026

Coldwater's Jackson Cilla among MCCU scholarship winners
Marshall, mi (wtvb) - Marshall Community Credit Union awarded $25,000 in scholarships to ten local students during its April 17, 2026, annual meeting, with each recipient receiving $2,500 for higher e...
Brett Briscoe May 04, 2026

$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...
Brett Briscoe 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...
Brett Briscoe 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...
Brett Briscoe 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...
Brett Briscoe 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...
Brett Briscoe 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...
Sean Watson 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 ...
Brett Briscoe May 03, 2026
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Battle Creek, MI, USA
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