Less than 25% of Illinois farmland is owned by the farmer who works the land, with the rest leased by individuals, family trusts and, increasingly, investors looking to turn a profit.

On behalf of the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians, Little River Casino Resort presented a check for $717,085.76 to the Manistee County Local Revenue Sharing Board.

The evening closed with an Illuminated Fountain Show at the Main Fountain Garden. With an estimated 400 attendees, guests ...