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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.

Excellence Counts Award, back to school updates, reciprocal crime agreements – District 215 Board Agenda 8/24/21

District 215 Board regular meeting – In person at TF Center for Academics and Technology LANSING, Ill. (August 22, 2021) – The August 24 regular meeting meeting of the District 215 School Board will take place at 6 p.m. in person at the Thornton Fractional Center for Academics and Technology....

VIDEO: D158 Superintendent Nathan Schilling shares district updates

By Josh Bootsma LANSING, Ill. (August 20, 2021) – As school started on Wednesday, August 18, Managing Editor Josh Bootsma and Education Reporter Jim Masters got a chance to talk with District 158 Superintendent Dr. Nathan Schilling and ask him about the state of the D158 heading into a new...

TFS Sports round-up: TF South falls to Reavis HS in second golf match of season

As part of The Lansing Journal's ongoing efforts to increase sports coverage at TF South, we have asked TFS coaches to provide us with information about their matches/games. The Lansing Journal will be posting these scores and summaries multiple times per week in a "TFS Sports round-up." By Josh Bootsma LANSING,...

Lansing veterans return from Honor Flight after delays

By Josh Bootsma LANSING, Ill. (August 19, 2021) – Eager to carry on the tradition of escorting veterans and servicemembers home after flying back to Chicago, at least 20 people gathered at Sunrise Health Foods to wait for five Lansing veterans returning from Honor Flight.Honor Flight is a day-long trip...

The Lansing Journal attends the first day of school – with a video camera

Buses, backpacks, masks, and optimism abound as most of Lansing's elementary and middle schools start on August 18 By Josh Bootsma LANSING, Ill. (August 18, 2021) – The excitement of the first day of school was lost on many students last year as students began the school year much the same...

TFS Sports round-up: Fall sports tee off with golf match in Oak Lawn

As part of The Lansing Journal's ongoing efforts to increase sports coverage at TF South, we have asked TFS coaches to provide us with information about their matches/games. The Lansing Journal will be posting these scores and summaries multiple times per week in a "TFS Sports round-up." By Josh Bootsma LANSING,...

Lansing homeowners may be eligible for free energy upgrades

Low-income ComEd homeowners may qualify for free upgrades through Chicagoland Vintage Home Association By Josh Bootsma LANSING, Ill. (August 16, 2021) – Energy bills can spike in the summer, especially during weeks like Lansing has had recently. Through the ComEd Energy Efficiency Program, ComEd customers in Lansing and some surrounding municipalities...

New board member, re-opening update, diversity initiatives — School District 158 Board Agenda 8/18/21

District 158 Board regular meeting - August 18, 7 p.m. LANSING, Ill. (August 15, 2021) – The August 18 meeting of the District 158 School Board begins at 7 p.m. The meeting will occur at the Administration Center, 18300 Greenbay Avenue in Lansing. Guests should enter the building through Door...

Census results and special use, Class 8, and liquor license requests—Village Board Agenda 8/17/21

LANSING, Ill. (August 14, 2021) – The August 17 Lansing Village Board meetings begin at 7:00 p.m. with a regular Board meeting, which is directly followed by the Committee of the Whole meeting. Village Board meeting agenda (7 p.m.) Many of the items brought before the Village Board at this meeting...

Agenda: Lan-Oak Park District Board meeting – 8/16/21

Meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. at the Eisenhower Center All residents are welcome to attend meetings of the Park District Board of Commissioners. The Board typically meets on the third Monday of each month, and per the Open Meetings Act they publish an agenda to notify the public of items...