Josh Bootsma
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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.
Ford Hangar restoration, Vehicle sticker contest winners – Village Board agendas 3/5/24
Village Board Meetings take place at the Village Court Complex at 2710 170th Street. Trustees discuss and vote on business that affects...
Public eventually allowed into Thornton Township meeting – Supervisor Henyard absent
The public was eventually allowed to witness the February 27 Thornton Township Board meeting, and Supervisor Tiffany Henyard was absent...
Journal reporter denied entrance to Thornton Township Black History event, told NDA was needed
Lansing Journal reporter Kinise Jordan was planning to cover a Black History Month program at Thornton Township on Saturday, February 24, but was denied entrance ...
Things to do in Lansing this week – February 26 edition
LANSING, Ill. (February 25, 2024) – The items listed below are public events compiled from a variety of community sources. They represent a diversity of ways to be involved this week.Monday, February 26, 2024
"Onward to Chicago" program
Time: 6 p.m.Location: Lansing Public Library stage, 2750 Indiana Avenue, LansingThe program will...
Massage special use, GFS electronic sign – Planning and Zoning agenda 2/28/24
Lansing's Planning and Zoning Board meets as needed on Wednesdays to determine how to apply Lansing's zoning ordinances...
Police calls in Lansing from February 5–18, 2024
The graphics break down the different types of police calls received, as well as where in Lansing they came from...
District 215 School Board meeting agenda – 2/27/24
The District 215 School Board typically meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month to deliberate on District business...
‘Where I’m From’ poems highlight TF South Black History Month Poetry Slam
Over 20 TF South students shared a variety of poems at the second annual Black History Month Poetry Slam...
Video: So many reasons to be at McJournal Night
After months of planning and promoting, McJournal Night is finally on this week's calendar: Thursday, February 29, 4 – 7 p.m. at...
Sunnybrook School District 171 Board Agenda 2/26/24
The District 171 Board meets each month to discuss and make decisions that affect two schools in Lansing. Agenda—