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A similar narrative can be seen in towns like Clistton, which has benefited somewhat from the sugar industry but still suffers from low-paying jobs. This town has seen a resurgence in real estate value and is one of the few functioning small towns in the region. On the contrary, Bel Glade has gained notoriety as a center of poverty and crime, yet it has produced notable football players and musicians who contribute positively to the community.
Immokalee, on the other hand, is marked as one of Florida's poorest cities. This community, primarily consisting of migrant farm workers, faces extreme economic challenges. Despite the high population of undocumented residents contributing to the labor force, the town struggles to offer sustainable livelihoods to its residents.