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Clemson, SC vs Fort Walton Beach, FL

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A college town with intense support for sports team. Established goals/objectives and the citizens support efforts to improve Clemson's academic and research standings  More

Great climate compared to colds and snow of Great Lakes and Very hot plains of Texas. Noticeable changes without a severe  More

Ive lived in Fort Walton for atleast 15yrs.Ive seen the good days(early to late 200's)and now the bad.If you move here,youd better make atleast $10,000 a month.These  More

I would like to know if Fort Walton Beach is a better place to live rather than busy Clearwater FL. We want to re-locate to a quieter city with all the amenities of a  More

FWB is great for its beautiful beaches and saltwater fishing. It's also easy to move around town except during rush hour (yes, we have a rush hour - but it literally  More