Oregon District Businesses Say Arts Initiative Working ; Most Storefronts Are Occupied and Investment Continues Despite Recession.

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DAYTON -- As the Oregon Arts District marks the one-year anniversary of the launch of an initiative creating an art haven there, business leaders say the creative spaces are driving additional financial investments in the district.

Nearly every storefront is occupied. For the few that are empty, there's a vision, backed with determination of what they could be.

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Oregon District Businesses Say Arts Initiative Working ; Most Storefronts Are Occupied and Investment Continues Despite Recession.

"Part of this is just getting people to believe Dayton can be great again," said Dr. Michael Ervin, a community activist who has provided leadership and financial support t...

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