Despite tight credit conditions, more than 600 small businesses in San Diego County have received stimulus loans in the past 18 months. Dan Hurd used a $1.6 million Small Business Administration-backed loan to open a second restaurant and bowling alley last year, and says business is so good he's planning a third location. "I think we're a perfect example of what this program was really intended for," Hurd said.

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