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Hey there, Coldwater! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☀️

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In today's newsletter:

  • Planning Halloween fun? See how to join Coldwater's Trunk or Treat.
  • Want a bigger voice in Coldwater's business future? Here's your chance.
  • Coldwater Burger King worker charged after coworker seriously injured in assault.

Also on today's calendar: Reading Varsity Football @ Bronson and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a one-legged Big Foot? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny and delightful, with a high of 75 and low of 56 degrees.
  • Wednesday: A passing afternoon shower, temps: high: 73, low: 64.
  • Thursday: Rain at times, with a high of 72 and low of 52 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Business Beat : Cole Ford announces annual Trunk or Treat event (wtvbam.com) — Coldwater families can mark their calendars for Cole Ford's 4th Annual Trunk or Treat, set for Wednesday, Oct. 21 from 5–7 p.m. at the dealership. Local businesses from Coldwater and Branch County are encouraged to reserve trunk spaces early to help grow this free, family‑friendly Halloween celebration.
   

2. Coldwater Chamber seeking nominations for 2027 Board of Directors (wtvbam.com) — Coldwater business owners and professionals now have a chance to help shape the local Chamber's direction, as nominations open for the 2027 Board of Directors. Members in good standing can apply or nominate others by Oct. 16, with three‑year terms starting in 2027 and details available online or at the Division Street office.
   

3. Coldwater Burger King employee arrested after allegedly striking, biting coworker (fox17online.com) — Coldwater police arrested a 22‑year‑old Burger King employee after an alleged assault on a coworker at the east‑side restaurant Sunday night. Officers say the victim, a 45‑year‑old Coldwater resident, suffered multiple head injuries and was hospitalized, while the suspect now faces a felony assault charge and has been arraigned.
   

4. October and November are peak months for car vs deer collisions (wtvbam.com) — Drivers in Coldwater and across Branch County are heading into the most dangerous months for deer-related crashes, with October and especially November bringing a sharp spike in collisions. State data show nearly 1,000 deer-vehicle crashes a year in Branch County alone, so local law enforcement and state police urge motorists to slow down at dawn and dusk and avoid swerving if a crash is unavoidable.
   

5. FOOTBALL FEVER: Coldwater at Harper Creek wins our sixth Game of the Week (wwmt.com) — Coldwater football fans will see their team in the spotlight as the Coldwater at Harper Creek matchup has been voted News Channel 3's Week Six Game of the Week. With 80% of the fan vote, the game will receive expanded coverage and a live broadcast from the home field on Friday, Oct. 2.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Hello,
    Dose anyone know anything about the new store going in behind Cottage Inn in Coldwater ?? (Nextdoor Marshall)
  • Pizza Hut posted a job opening for Shift Manager in Coldwater. Apply here.
  • PNC posted a job opening for Personal Banker in Coldwater. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Coldwater here.

Ok Coldwater! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Hop Squatch! (Thank you Terri R. for sending it in!)
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