Josh Bootsma
992 POSTS27 COMMENTS
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.
Water rates, street resurfacing – Village Board agendas 6/6/23
The June 6 Lansing Village Board meetings begin at 6 p.m. with the regular board meeting, which is directly followed by the Committee of the Whole meeting...
Dr. Sophia Jones-Redmond resigns as D215 Superintendent, Board announces interim replacements
Dr. Sophia Jones-Redmond has resigned as the superintendent of District 215, ending a tenure during which she dealt with the COVID-19 pandemic and oversaw the implementation of multiple new projects and programs in the district...
Video: Tune-up tips for casual bike owners
LANSING, Ill. (June 2, 2023) - Whether you have been riding a bike since childhood or you became an enthusiast during the pandemic, proper bike...
Burnham Ave closed Wednesday between 171st and 173rd
Burnham Avenue will be closed in both directions on Wednesday, May 31, between 171st Street and 173rd Street...
The average amount spent on household bills in Lansing — and how it compares nationally
An average Lansing household's bills each month are slightly below the national average. See how much Lansing pays in mortgage, insurance...
The Lansing Journal journeys: All over Door County
Lansing Journal Publisher Melanie Jongsma spent a few days in Door County, Wisconsin, and made sure The Lansing...
Illiana Christian breaks ground on $14 million expansion
Illiana Christian High School in Dyer broke ground on an expansion that will emphasize new classrooms and a vocational wing...
Free concerts return to 2023 Fox Pointe lineup alongside some paid weekend concerts
The 2023 Fox Pointe season includes free Wednesday night concerts as well as paid Friday Night Light twin bills...
Drive-thru and parking for Chipotle on Torrence – Planning and Zoning agenda 5/24/23
The upcoming Torrence Chipotle's drive-thru and landscaping are among the topics at Wednesday's Planning and Zoning meeting...
District 215 Board meeting agenda – 5/25/23
This week, District 215 is meeting on Thursday instead of Tuesday...