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Roanoke, VA vs Flagler Beach, FL

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I’ve lived in Roanoke for 15 years, so I hope this comment can help those planning on moving here. Roanoke isn’t bad if you consider Roanoke county and Salem. Sure,  More

I've lived here from 2 years and, goddamn, these people are stupid af. If I here coronavirus is a hoax and and fat people making comments at me for wearing a damn mask  More

I was born and raised in Roanoke County (Oak Grove subdivision), departing in 1989 for a job in Texas. So my perspective on the area is dated, but might be valuable as  More

Flagler Beach has a few characteristics that make it geographically unique: 1. It is the closest beach to I-95 along the entire eastern US coast (approx. 3  More

Flagler beach is pretty cool. Crime rate is more than a 4 out of 10. Probably more like a 6. Theres alot of alcoholics and surf bums, the center of town can get a little  More