Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
Brix and Brew will be virtual
Pacific Power lineman, Doug Hines, hung "Think Local" campaign banners along Dayton's Main Street at the end of last week. Each of the 44 banners features a verb, plus the word "local," representing the many opportunities Dayton and the local area offer. The banners were paid for by the Dayton Development Task Force featuring the photography of Ray Brown, Brian Graham, Scott Kirk, Annelise Page, Nick Page, and Vicki Zoller. The "Think Local" campaign coincides with a series of videos produced by the Elkhorn Media Group promoting Dayton's history, business, and recreational opportunities. The videos are on the Dayton Chamber's Facebook page and will be on the Chamber's new website in the next few weeks.
DAYTON-Dayton is becoming a magnet for people who are attracted to the rural lifestyle.
Dayton Chamber of Commerce Manager Molly Weatherill-Tate said a couple from Colorado recently moved to Dayton, and a man from western Oregon is thinking about moving to Dayton when he retires. Another family moved to Dayton sooner than they had planned to, because of the COVID-19 situation, and she has sent relocation packages as far away as Missouri, California, and Texas.
"People generally seem to be attracted to the rural way of life and getting away from the hustle-bustle of cities," she said. "Our recreational opportunities also seem to be a big draw."
Weatherill-Tate has had more than the usual number of requests about rental property.
The Chamber is in full planning mode for its biggest yearly fundraiser, Brix, and Brew.
Weatherill-Tate said Brix and Brew: Home Edition will be held on Nov. 6. The event will be virtual, similar to the Dayton Historic Depot, fundraiser, Evening NOT at the Depot.
An online auction will start a week or so before the event, with a number of packages auctioned off during the program. Participants will be able to register to bid on items online, and tickets to the program will also be sold online.
Weatherill-Tate said more information would be released in a few weeks.
Donations may be made to her at the Chamber by visiting the office at 166 East Main Street, or by phone at (509) 382-4825.
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