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Lansing businesses build community by providing goods and services to the region, by offering friendly advice to careful shoppers, by bringing tax revenue into the Village, by hiring qualified workers, and by supporting a variety of community causes. The Lansing Journal’s Business category is a place to learn about new businesses opening in Lansing, old businesses that have faithfully served for generations, and unique businesses that are building community in new ways.
Addison Clark Real Estate opens Lansing office
Lansing Area Chamber marks occasion with ribbon-cutting
by Melanie Jongsma
LANSING, Ill. (July 23, 2021) - Cubs fans Melissa and Tavis Johnson are bringing their 23...
Quik Scripts to celebrate 10-year anniversary July 30
By Josh Bootsma
LANSING, Ill. (July 22, 2021) – Quik Scripts is inviting the community to celebrate its 10-year anniversary on July 30. The pharmacy,...
Larger penalties in store for employers that violate Wage Payment and Collection Act
Information provided by the Illinois Department of Labor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (July 13, 2021) – The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) has announced that employers in...
IL issues tax refunds to thousands of unemployment benefit recipients
Information provided by the Illinois Department of Revenue
CHICAGO, Ill. (July 15, 2021) – Governor Pritzker announced that the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) has...
IDOL solidifies remote process for work permits for minors
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (July 7, 2021) – Governor Pritzker signed Senate Bill 696 into law last week, streamlining...
Pink and proud: Kdulche Café plans to bring gourmet food and drinks to Ridge Road
Mexican treats will be among variety of offerings at 3521 Ridge Road — the pink building across from Beggars Pizza
By Josh Bootsma
LANSING, Ill. (July...
Large IL businesses will be required to submit information about workers and pay
Legislation will affect employers with 100 or more employees
Information provided by the Illinois Department of Labor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (June 28, 2021) – Following Governor Pritzker’s...
Proposed healthcare and housing facility would prioritize veterans, people with disabilities
"Torrence Place" planned for 2320 Thornton Lansing Road
By Josh Bootsma
LANSING, Ill. (June 28, 2021) – A new healthcare and residential facility is taking steps...
Car shortages affect Lansing dealerships as microchips remain in short supply
By Josh Bootsma
LANSING, Ill. (June 14, 2021) – Phillips Chevrolet in Lansing currently has a 90% reduction.
No, not a 90% price reduction. The dealership...
Music Mines opens first location on Ridge, second planned for former Puzon’s Music
Franklin family to "mine for creativity" through variety of lesson options
By Josh Bootsma
LANSING, Ill. (May 27, 2021) – The thump of speakers, melody of...
Illinois unemployment and job numbers stable in April
Unemployment remains at 7.1 percent in April
Information provided by the Illinois Department of Employment Security
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (May 20, 2021) – The Illinois Department of...
Pace Suburban Bus to host virtual job fair May 27
By Josh Bootsma
LANSING, Ill. (May 19, 2021) – Pace Suburban Bus is hosting a virtual job fair on Thursday, May 27 for individuals interested...
Napleton takes steps toward new car dealership at former Best Buy site
By Josh Bootsma
LANSING, Ill. (May 12, 2021) – The Napleton Group has taken initial steps toward opening a new car dealership at 17151 Torrence...
Lansing Police Department posts job opening for officer position
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LANSING, Ill. (May 10, 2021) – The Lansing Police Department has posted a job opening for a police...
Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana opens Friday, May 14
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Gary, IN (May 7, 2021) – Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana’s $300 million casino and entertainment destination...