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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.
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...
Future Starbucks on Torrence requests special use for drive-through – Planning and Zoning Board Agenda 6/23/21
LANSING, Ill. (June 21, 2021) – All residents are welcome to attend Planning and Zoning Board meetings. The Planning and Zoning Board meets as...
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...
Planning and Zoning Board to consider special use for development at 2320 Thornton Lansing Road – Agenda 6/9/21
LANSING, Ill. (June 8, 2021) – All residents are welcome to attend Planning and Zoning Board meetings. The Planning and Zoning Board meets as...
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...
Reimagining Gary: Hundreds gather to celebrate Hard Rock Casino opening
$300 million Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana brings over 700 new jobs and other investments into community
by Josh Bootsma and Melanie Jongsma
GARY, Ind. (May...
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...
Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana opens Friday, May 14
Information provided by Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana
Gary, IN (May 7, 2021) – Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana’s $300 million casino and entertainment destination...
Greater Grace Refuge Church seeks permit for Ridge Road building: Planning and Zoning Board agenda – 5/12/21
All residents are welcome to attend Planning and Zoning Board meetings. The Planning and Zoning Board meets as needed, and per the Open Meetings...
Dozens walk Ridge Road as part of Wine Walk 2021
By Josh Bootsma
LANSING, Ill. (May 8, 2021) – More businesses were serving alcohol than usual on Ridge Road Saturday afternoon as part of Wine...
Black Women’s Expo announces return to McCormick Place in August
In-person and virtual experiences will be available after last year's cancellation
Information provided by The Black Women's Expo
CHICAGO, Ill. (May 6, 2021) – With the...
Illinois recognizes Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month
May is Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Information provided by the Governor's Office
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (May 6, 2021) – The State of Illinois today announced...
Cadou Decor to bring high-end boutique and art gallery to Ridge Road
Owner Summer Megdadi plans to transform former Card Carousel into luxury boutique for art, decor, and furniture
By Josh Bootsma
LANSING, Ill. (May 3, 2021) –...