In just a few years Pinecone Central Park in Sartell, Minnesota has undergone a major transformation. In 2008 the park was purchased as a closed golf course, but today it is a youth sports mecca. The park is home to four youth baseball fields, six soccer fields, cross country ski trails and a dog park. All of this renovation was made possible by ProFields LLC, started up by Brian Deyak. The city originally spent $8.6 million to convert the park into what it is today.
2026 Update: Hawthorne Race Course Casino Development
Hawthorne’s $400M casino redevelopment was approved in 2020 but missed its 2021 opening target. See the verified 2026 status and key milestones.

