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life in leon county - 4/5/2007
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Tait
Tallahassee, FL

I do not recommend moving to Tallahassee unless you are a student at one of the major universities. The local community is generally poor, decent jobs are non-existent and there is little to do if you don't enjoy alcohol.

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marie

re: life in leon county - 4/5/2007 - 8/18/2008
I agree with u,its a party place for students,the cost of living is high,the pay is very low,jobs(were are they)utiliy is the highest in the state.And most people don't know that.They make Tallahassee out to be something its not.I hope the best for u.



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