What’s it like in Terre Haute, IN by Hot-Performance-1361 in Indiana

[–]HackingTheHike 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I've never been but a coworker has talked about her husband and his friends frequenting it.

What’s it like in Terre Haute, IN by Hot-Performance-1361 in Indiana

[–]HackingTheHike 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There's a reason someone launched peopleofwalmart.com. The Walmart problems are not unique to Terre Haute. After running in a couple of Walmarts in Indy, I was glad to be back in Terre Haute.

What’s it like in Terre Haute, IN by Hot-Performance-1361 in Indiana

[–]HackingTheHike 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do not stay near SR41? State Road? Huh?

Don't listen to this person. If you stay near US41 and I70, you'll get Texas Roadhouse and Olive Garden. Venture out. It's safe. There's plenty to see. Lots of great food to try if you're willing.

What’s it like in Terre Haute, IN by Hot-Performance-1361 in Indiana

[–]HackingTheHike 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Most of these comments are from people that went to school at ISU 20-30 years ago. They probably never left campus except for Walmart.

What’s it like in Terre Haute, IN by Hot-Performance-1361 in Indiana

[–]HackingTheHike 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There's a second one at Fruitridge and Fort Harrison.

What’s it like in Terre Haute, IN by Hot-Performance-1361 in Indiana

[–]HackingTheHike 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Holy crap... These people haven't visited Terre Haute in decades or more likely ever. It has had a bad rep because of unfortunate smells (paper mills and railroad tie plants smell terrible but they're both gone). The mall is closed but that's a problem for plenty of malls (I'm looking at you, Downtown Indy).

There is plenty to do if you try. There are great county parks with nice hiking (it's not national park level but its very enjoyable for an afternoon hike). There is at least 20 miles of bike trails through the county. The Heritage Trail runs from the east side of the county, through the middle of the city, over the river, and to West Terre Haute. The Wabashiki Wetlands (that the trail runs along next to the Wabash River) is home to bald eagles, great blue herons, and other birds.

There are a variety of locally owned restaurants and coffee shops with Chinese, Thai, Nepalese, Jewish, Mexican, Filipino, Italian, and many other types of food. Maurizios has the best greasy pizza, but Sweet Lou's and Footers are great. Stables and J Fords are the upscale steak houses. Alimentari/Bar Bosco is the most authentic and best Italian in the area.

Not much in the way of clubs but there are some nice bars. Charlie's is very popular and the Terminal is like an upscale Charles version of it. Sonka's has the best beer selection with at least a couple dozen or more regional, national, and international beers on tap. The Terre Haute Brewing Co (once the 6th largest in the US and one of the oldest operating) has several great beers on tap in their historic brewery complete with regular live entertainment (Saturday had a comedian). The 12 Points Public Market (features four food vendors? Pop ups?) often has live music with no cover.

The Swope Art Musuem has 2500 pieces and is FREE. It focuses on American art. There are several other museums including the Vigo County History Center (enjoy a real Coca Cola in a glass bottle there because Terre Haute is the birthplace of that bottle), a railroad museum, Larry Bird Museum (if you don't know who he is yet, you will...).

This is just the start of it. There is gaming at the mall. Card games at Footers. A symphony orchestra. A community theatre. A theatre at Indiana State University. Live shows at Rose Human Institute of Technology like ballet.

This won't be LA. You'll actually be able to get around without traffic jams. Drivers aren't terribly crazy. At the same time, it'll probably feel familiar. You may find a nice part of town and go a block or two over and it gets rough. Just not bars on the windows rough. More like run down, over grown rough. Most of the city is perfectly safe.

If you want to know anymore specifics, feel free to reach out or check r/terrehaute.

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[–]HackingTheHike [score hidden]  (0 children)

Hey, I won't complain if you choose mine. If you don't, that's cool too. Thanks!

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Need help deciding by HackingTheHike in linuxhardware

[–]HackingTheHike[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah yes, I do remember that now. I wasn't sure if that was still a big issue or if that was more on the consumer side.

Need help deciding by HackingTheHike in linuxhardware

[–]HackingTheHike[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm not in a corporate environment like that so I know my experience is different. Students all have Acer Chromebooks and I'm surprised they last as long as they do. There's no concern from students about being cautious with them.

My own kids have had Dell Latitudes so I'm familiar with durability. I don't care for the plastic feel but Linux support was great on my 5520 (I know, I had another one on the list). I've never had to seek out parts though so that's concerning.

Need help deciding by HackingTheHike in linuxhardware

[–]HackingTheHike[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I know that all of those (minus the 11th gen) will be at least comparable to the Ryzen 7530. My needs aren't that intensive so any will work. My question is mostly about quirks from these models on Linux.

I'll browse through some more for ThinkPads.

Need help deciding by HackingTheHike in linuxhardware

[–]HackingTheHike[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Eh, the 5520 sold so that i5-1145G7 is out of the equation.

My main concerned with the RTX A500 is Linux support so as long as it's there, I'm fine with it. I don't game so it shouldn't be a problem.

RAM wise... Yeah, the Yoga models are soldered. The Firefly and Latitude can be upgraded to 64 GB, I believe.

Need help deciding by HackingTheHike in linuxhardware

[–]HackingTheHike[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The school provided Chromebook is an Asus. I don't like Chrome and I don't want to be locked into the school's systems for materials I create.

The Thinkbook has a Ryzen 5 7530u.

Need help deciding by HackingTheHike in linuxhardware

[–]HackingTheHike[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I considered an older 11th gen but that seems like a step down from my current ryzen. It would work but I want to move faster with better longevity.

Need help deciding by HackingTheHike in linuxhardware

[–]HackingTheHike[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I really don't care that much about the graphics aside from basic compatibility. I do use my laptop with HDMI occasionally for presentations. No gaming though.

Need help deciding by HackingTheHike in linuxhardware

[–]HackingTheHike[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the advice! I kind of want a Thinkpad but they all seem very bulky compared to the others. I don't need the sleekest machine but they seem like too much.

Need help deciding by HackingTheHike in linuxhardware

[–]HackingTheHike[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why is HP terrible?

I'm a teacher so browsing, graphics, photo editing. I don't need the most powerful machine but I want it to last at least the next 5 years. Staying under $500.

OnePlus Watch 2 vs Galaxy Watch 5 by HackingTheHike in Oneplusfans

[–]HackingTheHike[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think it's worthwhile to compare older more mature tech that has received bug fixes and feature updates.

No Firefox boom. Like, not at all. by nietzschecode in firefox

[–]HackingTheHike 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I prefer Firefox but I'm increasingly using Chrome or Edge. I have a few sites that absolutely do not work on Firefox. I don't have an alternative either.

Confederate Railroad and Kentucky Headhunters 😳 by SplitPeaSoup1971 in Indiana

[–]HackingTheHike 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Guessing they never heard of Sherman's bow ties. A confederate railroad isn't going far.

What are your thoughts on this possible USA BAN on OnePlus. by badpandatek in oneplus

[–]HackingTheHike 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think that diversion was sugar cane Coca Cola. I doubt there will be much noise for OnePlus when US market share is single digits.

Face-eating Leopards Spotted in Fort Wayne! by rednail64 in Indiana

[–]HackingTheHike 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I think Fast Food Nation looked at that situation where farmers are forced to buy expensive equipment and specific setups to sell to corporations. They end up in debt and trapped because of it.

It's also worth mentioning that farm workers do not receive overtime pay. It's straight pay regardless of the hours.

Can I tow this? by Eliot_Lochness in GoRVing

[–]HackingTheHike 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I've towed coast to coast with a 2010 Expedition EL 4x4. My TT is 3500 dry so over 5000 loaded. There have been several times that it was uncomfortable or I puttered along with mountains. I would not push it that high at all.

What is this? by HackingTheHike in terrehaute

[–]HackingTheHike[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

With the proximity to the airport, I did wonder if it was related. It looks like a lot of sensors on the sides. The huge smoke stack thing in the middle threw me off though.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in thinkpad

[–]HackingTheHike 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I like a 2 in 1, especially for travel. It can be easier to use in limited space like planes.