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Armpit of California - 4/25/2006
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Thomas
Salida, CA

The central valley has its ups and downs. We have excellent agribusinesses and all of the comforts of a large city (malls, restaurants, etc.) but lack good weather and a safe environment. Gangs and crime are way up, yet, we are close to Yosemite, Tahoe, Sacramento, San Francisco, and the ocean.

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