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.
Agenda: Lan-Oak Park District Board and Decennial Committee meeting – 3/18/24
The Lan-Oak Park District Board meets to discuss and make decisions regarding recreational parks and programs in Lansing. Agendas...
Lansing’s Valerie McDaniels honored at Cook County’s Unsung Heroine Awards
Valerie McDaniels was among 18 women honored at the 27th Annual Peggy A. Montes Unsung Heroine Awards...
Video: Thornton Township Trustee Gonzalez questions Henyard referendum
Thornton Township Trustee Chris Gonzalez spoke with The Lansing Journal on March 13, 2024. He expressed concerns about the referendum
Thornton Township referendum discussion, Supervisor Henyard on ‘fighting against the devil’
"I don't care what y'all say, mental illness is real. ... I support the tax — not Thornton Township, me, Tiffany Henyard — I support the tax."
Things to do in Lansing this week – March 11 edition
LANSING, Ill. (March 11, 2024) – The items listed below are public events compiled from a variety of community sources. They represent a diversity of ways to be involved this week.Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Coffee Break
Time: 10:30 – 11 a.m.Location: Lansing Public Library (Adult Department), 2750 Indiana Avenue, Lansing“Made with...
Local politicians again recommend ‘no’ vote on Thornton Township mental health referendum
The mental health referendum question first appeared during the election last April, and was voted down...
The Lansing Journal journeys: Lambeau Field
"Last week, my job took me to Green Bay, WI. So Stella and I visited Lambeau Field and we brought the paper with us," Steve Mares said...
Video: In time for Monday’s Open House, the library gallery wall comes to life
Through March, April, and May, 24 weather photos will be on display on the gallery wall at the Lansing Public Library....
Trucking company redevelopment, new Public Works facilities, Vehicle sticker contest winner – a Village Board summary
The Lansing Village Board discussed the redevelopment of the Public Works facility, and a business development plan on Thornton-Lansing Road
Things to do in Lansing this week – March 4 edition
The items listed are public events compiled from a variety of community sources. They represent a diversity of things to do this week....