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Living in Enterprise, Alabama:
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If you've been wondering what it's like to live in or visit Enterprise, the Crowdsourced Explorer community can help. We asked six people living in Enterprise what someone who is considering moving to or visiting there should know. Here are their pros and cons, tips, and advice:

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Enterprise is a quiet and friendly place. The schools here are absolutely fantastic. In Enterprise there is a plethora of small shops and sites. It is very family friendly and well protected.

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Be prepared for high humidity! The green and fertile farmlands are amazing and are reminiscent of the old days. It’s common to see farm stands by the side of the road. Healthy cow herds and horses dot the pastures on the outskirts of the city. Some people also choose peacocks to monitor their yards for pest control.

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The boll weevil is special in that it pushed Enterprise to diversify its agricultural scene. Before the boll weevil, Enterprise capitalized on profiting from cotton, as many other states in the deep south did as well. In 1915, however, a large boll weevil infestation wreaked havoc on the cotton fields. Consequently, Enterprise was forced to grow other crops such as peanuts, leading it to become the top producer of peanuts in the entire United States. The peanut plants are still highly active today. This agricultural disaster not only catapulted the city to success but demonstrated the resolve of its inhabitants.

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Calijah, says: 2020

On March 1, 2007, Enterprise was struck by a devastating EF4 tornado, which trekked a destructive path through the heart of the city and its beloved high school, resulting in the death of 8 students and 1 local resident. The natural disaster made national news and created unparalleled scenes of havoc. Although tragic, such an event brought out the sincerest hospitality and goodwill of everyone in the community, who rebuilt the ravaged buildings, helped those affected to get back on their feet. The undoubtedly shaped what the city is today and effectively catalyzed its adoption of the city motto as the “city of progress.”

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Laurence, says: 2020

Enterprise, Alabama, is home to the Boll Weevil Monument, and is designated as the “city of progress.” One thing that every Enterprise native knows and will gladly brag about to anyone foreign to the city is the Boll Weevil Monument. Erected in 1919, this statue is the only monument in the world dedicated to an insect pest. Enterprise may not be the biggest, most exciting city but its abundant history, remarkable grit, and expansive growth lends it a charm that no other city has.

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While the boll weevil infestation and the Enterprise tornado don’t singlehandedly define Enterprise, they laid much of the foundation for our city’s unmatched work ethic and progressiveness that underlies the “city of progress” motto. There is always something new being built. Whether it’s new restaurants, new homes, or new green spaces, one thing that rings true is the commitment to progress and becoming a better city. More than just adding to the city, the motto inspires individuals to become better people each day as well through service, leadership, and character.

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Rachael, says: 2020

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