Could Sartell’s Mill District be Minnesota’s next can’t-miss destination?

Sartell is seeking a developer for a 26-acre riverfront site, formerly the Verso Paper Mill, with plans for markets, housing, and hotels. The city purchased the site in 2023 and has proposed two development plans costing $3 million and $25 million to $30 million, aiming to avoid taxpayer burden while seeking external funding.