Melanie Jongsma is a skilled communicator and the publisher of The Lansing Journal, a family-friendly publication that provides professional, local news to residents of Lansing, Illinois. Melanie studied English language and literature at Calvin University, as well as media studies and communication at Purdue University Northwest. She is experienced in the fields of journalism, publishing, and communications, having previously held positions such as Managing Editor at The Lansing Journal, Director of Communications at Providence Life Services, and Writer and Editorial Assistant at Bible League USA. Melanie is intentional about representing diverse demographics in the news she shares and actively seeks contributions from Lansing residents and businesses. She invites anyone interested in sharing news, photos, advertising, or ideas to contact her at mjongsma@thelansingjournal.com.