Josh Bootsma
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Josh is Managing Editor at The Lansing Journal and believes in the power and purpose of community news. He covers any local topics—from village government to theatre, from business openings to migratory birds.
Sunnybrook School District 171 Board Agenda 8/21/23
The District 171 Board meets each month to discuss and make decisions that affect two schools in Lansing...
Agenda: Lan-Oak Park District Board meeting – 8/21/23
The Lan-Oak Park District Board meets to discuss and make decisions regarding recreational parks and programs in Lansing...
Security denies public entrance at Thornton Township meeting; Freeman restricts public comment; Board approves Walk Of Hope spending
Thornton Township held its regular meeting in a meeting room with only a few seats available for members of the public...
Video: What will the new skate park bring to Lansing?
In the video below, Cameron Jones gives a tour of Lansing's skate park and a timeline of his crew's work. He also breaks open the skateboarder stereotype...
Dolton Park District announces lawsuit against Village of Dolton for forced car show cancellation
On Saturday morning, the Bosleys arrived at Needles Park in Dolton to find concrete barriers had been placed in front of the parking lot...
District 158 School Board Agenda 8/16/23
The District 158 Board meets on the third Wednesday of each month to discuss and make decisions that affect five schools in Lansing. Agenda...
Extending the runway at the Lansing Municipal Airport
Runway 18/36 at the Lansing Airport is currently 4,002 feet long, but can only serve as a take-off spot for smaller planes...
Things to do in Lansing this week – August 14 edition
The Lansing Journal has gathered information from a variety of sources about things to do in town this week…
Live entertainment at Rhoyal Bistro, dance studio on Ridge, outdoor seating for Mingles Bar & Grill – Village Board agendas 8/15/23
The August 15 Lansing Village Board meetings begin at 6 p.m with the regular board meeting, which is followed by the Committee of the Whole meeting.
Village Board meeting agenda (6 p.m.)
Many of the items brought before the Village Board at this meeting have been previously discussed in a Committee...
Robert ‘Buke’ Vierk recognized for military service during Chicago Cubs game
Longtime Lansing resident and business owner Robert "Buke" Vierk was recognized by the Chicago Cubs for his military service...