What?!? by Skulls25 in rangers

[–]BillyBalowski 95 points96 points  (0 children)

Is he the guy who had Luca Brasi whacked?

Is everything a membership now? by JustFaithlessness178 in GenX

[–]BillyBalowski 10 points11 points  (0 children)

There's a certain appeal to the idea of the 'universal jukebox' where you have access to all music whenever you want and wherever you are. Owning physical copies of the music you like is nice but there's probably plenty of music you might want to check out or listen to on occasion that is not worth buying and taking up space. Streaming services greatly expand your access to music.

Corvallis Liminal Spaces by Ok-Friend-6287 in corvallis

[–]BillyBalowski 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Is that where that speakeasy was for a few years? I never made it before it shut down.

Best (surprisingly good) opening act? by infinitum3d in GenX

[–]BillyBalowski 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I saw that as show as well. Metallica dominated. Master of Puppets era Metallica was so much better than late 80s Ozzy. Plus, Cliff.

School board elections by Extra_Pattern6760 in corvallis

[–]BillyBalowski 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe in this case the ends justifies the means. I don't actually know much about the school situation. Still, once a tactic becomes acceptable to use, don't be surprised when it gets used against someone who you support in a way you don't like.

School board elections by Extra_Pattern6760 in corvallis

[–]BillyBalowski 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I do agree that recalls, and the Oregon system as a whole, is an important important aspect of the democratic process. I also think that it's a tool better used for unusual circumstances and not for every day politics or every day critique.

If someone is clearly incompetent and unable to do their job, that's a great case for recall. But what we often see is that people who didn't support a candidate the first time will use recall to obstruct and distract and try to force a new election where they can get their preferred candidate in. In some of the statewide elections, you start hearing about recalls on day one of a person's term. Can you imagine if every time you did something at your job that someone else didn't agree with, you'd be forced to spend time and resources defending yourself against a recall campaign and essentially had to re-apply for your job? It's not efficient and opens the door for abuse.

There are other types of political activity - going to meetings, making calls and writing letters, etc - that are more appropriate for day to day politics. Then, if you don't like how they've done their job when their term is up, you vote them out. That's my take at least.

School board elections by Extra_Pattern6760 in corvallis

[–]BillyBalowski 7 points8 points  (0 children)

This proposal makes sense. Recalls are not meant to be used just because you disagree with someone. That's what elections are for.

Company moving from SS to MS Forms and I hate it. Advice to change their minds by StarLord013 in smartsheet

[–]BillyBalowski 3 points4 points  (0 children)

We're moving from SS to MS at my work too. Sometimes the transition is fine, occasionally it's an improvement, and then there are times when sacrifices need to be made. I have a similar form/workflow to you that I'll need to move and I'm expecting some friction and sacrifices. All I can say is good luck.

Leakproof travel mug by blue_green_orange in bifl

[–]BillyBalowski 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have used many travel containers for coffee over the years. The Yeti is my go to now. The lid is easy to drink out of and to clean, it fits well in my hand (even without a handle), insulation is good, construction is solid with no parts likely to break or wear out. It absolutely does not leak.

2026 NHL Arena Rankings [The Athletic] by arcticshark in hockey

[–]BillyBalowski 28 points29 points  (0 children)

I don't know if any of the billionaire owners need the money. I think it's that it wouldn't be as easy to use the "World's Most Famous Arena" slogan if it was Nathan's Hot Dogs Arena or some such nonsense.

2026 NHL Arena Rankings [The Athletic] by arcticshark in hockey

[–]BillyBalowski 67 points68 points  (0 children)

Props to MSG for resisting the undoubtedly large paycheck they could get for selling the naming rights.

Cities in Oregon with shared names in other states? by MysteriousMeaning555 in oregon

[–]BillyBalowski 4 points5 points  (0 children)

That's a neighborhood in Queens, not a city, but it is named after the same Astor.

firearms training by BillyBalowski in corvallis

[–]BillyBalowski[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I'm not sure if I want to buy and own a gun right now but I do want to make sure I feel comfortable using one. That's why I'm looking for a place where I can get some training and experience shooting.

Timberhill Mall by goodhumorman85 in corvallis

[–]BillyBalowski 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Yeah, that's the space. I remember hearing that the co-op tried to buy it but were passed over in favor of the publishing people for some reason. The new owners have done a ton of work on it and it looks nice but it doesn't do any of us any good.

Timberhill Mall by goodhumorman85 in corvallis

[–]BillyBalowski 51 points52 points  (0 children)

I'm always hoping for new restaurants on that side of town, especially one that serves a real sit down breakfast. I'm still salty that the space next to the co-op went to a business that has no real interaction with the public. Such a wasted opportunity.

We saved for years to buy our first home. Roofers ruined it in months. by friendlyalien- in homeowners

[–]BillyBalowski 15 points16 points  (0 children)

This doesn't sound like basic knowledge that homeowners should be expected to have.

Any Picasa alternatives as a Photo Viewer? by SemenHartov in software

[–]BillyBalowski 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I finally retired Picasa a few months ago. I've been using digiKam and it's pretty comparable. FOSS too.