Josh Bootsma

The musical version of the holiday classic doesn't disappoint by Josh Bootsma MUNSTER, Ind. (November 25, 2018) – When December rolls around, most of us are more than willing to appreciate a pipe-wielding snowman that talks, a red-nosed reindeer that flies, and a rotund bearded man that sneaks down chimneys. During this...

Nadeem and Nabbil Khan open doors to new worlds by Josh Bootsma LANSING, Ill. (November 18, 2018) - Lansing’s first virtual reality gaming lounge opened on November 9, featuring unique experiences and the latest in virtual reality technology. Located at 2416 176th Street, the lounge allows users to engage in a technology...

Nic Vitiritti's story is one of accomplishment—on and off the field by Josh Bootsma LANSING, Ill. (November 22, 2018) - Last week Wednesday, a starting pitcher walked into Guaranteed Rate Field, the home of the White Sox, and committed to playing baseball for the next four years. But the pitcher wasn’t...

by Josh Bootsma LANSING Ill. (November 19, 2018) - The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) is offering $50 to anyone who takes a survey recounting their household’s travel on a specific day. The “My Daily Travel” survey can be taken by residents of Cook, DeKalb, DuPage, Grundy, Kane, Kendall, Lake, McHenry,...

Candidates and voters get ready for April 2 election by Josh Bootsma LANSING, Ill. (November 18, 2018) - With the November 6 elections behind us, Lansing voters are starting to think ahead to April 2 when we will vote for local representatives. Lansing office-seekers have already begun circulating petitions to be on...

Mark Foster hopes church bells and smartphone apps will make this Veterans Day memorable by Josh Bootsma LANSING, Ill. (November 1, 2018) - On November 11, 1918, an armistice was signed between the Allied Powers and Germany that silenced the guns of World War One. After four years of fighting, bells...

November 7 event part of statewide Fairness and Equality Campaign by Josh Bootsma LANSING, Ill. (October 26, 2018) - The Lansing Public Library will host “Introduction to the Illinois Department of Human Rights” on November 7 as part of the Illinois Bicentennial Fairness and Equality Campaign. Starting at 6:00pm on the...

by Josh Bootsma LANSING, Ill. (October 18, 2018) - At Tuesday night's Board meeting, Village Trustees voted unanimously to deny VIP Lansing Spa Inc. a special use permit to operate a massage parlor at 3674 Ridge Road. The decision was the final step in preventing owner Seung Oh from opening...

by Josh Bootsma LANSING, Ill. (October 17, 2018) - New Lansing firefighter/paramedics Sebastian Koziel and Joseph LaPorta were introduced during Tuesday’s Village Board meeting. Interim Fire Chief Michael Templeman introduced his two newest firemen to the board, saying, “We’re glad to have you guys aboard.” Those present at the meeting applauded for...

Competition meets camaraderie at Lynwood Roller Rink by Josh Bootsma LYNWOOD, Ill. (October 9, 2018) - The Lynwood Sport Center draws all types of people to skate at its roller rink. Come in on Friday nights and you’ll see a teenage hangout on wheels. On Tuesdays you’ll witness a family pizza...