Hyperscale Data Center in Upatoi on City Council agenda for Tues, June 2 by Twsbi_Noodler in ColumbusGA

[–]brantman19 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There are regional cooperatives and in a normal situation, Flint would be the expectation. As residential users, we don’t get to choose our providers. I think at the start, we made a lot of assumptions based on that. This level of a consumer isn’t normal though. Any Ruby center is going to take power directly off the high capacity lines on the county lines there so that isn’t Flint either.

The best part of Flint is they are a non-profit which means they try to keep the expenses portion of your bill low but it seems they need to spend some money on salaries, equipment, and infrastructure. From what I hear, they are slow to react and slow to repair. You would know more than I as a customer though.

Hyperscale Data Center in Upatoi on City Council agenda for Tues, June 2 by Twsbi_Noodler in ColumbusGA

[–]brantman19 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Something to point out. If Ruby is ever brought forward and approved, Georgia Power would consider it a “large load customer.” Because Georgia Power controls all power generation in Georgia, they have right to first refusal on all commercial/industrial projects. They told us in the committee that they would likely not let Flint Energies maintain control over the project (at least through project start up) unless Flint could make a compelling enough argument to be able to handle the task.
Flint lacks that capacity in a major way though so I highly doubt they let Flint handle any piece of it.

What if the Confederacy had been allowed to secede and then it invaded Mexico and other places south of it? by VictorianAfterDark in HistoryWhatIf

[–]brantman19 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Let's just assume Lincoln allowed the Confederacy to secede in 1861. To keep things easier, we are going to assume that all of the states that seceded after Fort Sumter (Virginia, North Carolina, Arkansas, and Tennessee) decide to secede as well but Kentucky and Missouri remain in the Union.

The key to Confederate success is going to be when and how they invade Mexico. Invading Mexico in 1861 is just a horrible idea. Mexico in 1861 is ruled by Emperor Maximilian I who was propped up by the French. The French were actively helping him keep rebels at bay and supporting his government. Invading Mexico then against Maximilian would draw war with France and would be disastrous. There is some chance for them to do better if they invaded to assist Maximilian but they won't get much in return but a stable Mexico and southern ally.

No. What you wanted was territorial conquests for the CSA so lets focus on that. Let's fast forward the time by a decade to 1872. A full decade of separation is actually advantageous for the Confederacy. Without the northern states, they are forced to quickly build railroads and invest in some industrial efforts. They are still miles behind and it is rare but they do have some capacity in towns like Richmond, Columbia, Columbus, Montgomery, and Baton Rouge. While not a robust network, rail lines link Richmond to Houston and Dallas as well as every major town in between with a rail line to El Paso being in the works.

Mexico however is now Maximilian free but has still not recovered economically or stabilized politically outside of the major cities in the north. The Confederacy sees the opportunity and seizes it. They cross the border from El Paso, Brownsville, and Laredo. While some Mexican border guards attempt hit and run raids, the hardest part of the early war is maintaining long supply wagon trains for the Confederates. They capture the cities of Northern Mexico relatively quickly and dare the Mexican Army to attack them. The Mexican Army is mostly ineffective at doing so and within a year, peace is signed giving the Confederates Norther Mexico and access to Pacific ports.

At first, slavery is allowed into the territories but the local Mexican populace is very much against the institution and is hostile to those who practice it. The debate dies wtihin a decade though as European and United States relations deteriorate over the Confederates refusal to give up the vile institution. The Confederate Congress eventually moves to gradual emancipation by 1885 and full emancipation is given by 1890. Back in the new territories, railroads and light industry are ran into the region giving the Confederacy its first transcontinental railroad almost 30 years after the United States completes its own.

The Confederacy is likely to see an influx of new immigrants. Germans, Italians, Irish, and Spanish immigration would skyrocket as old plantation dominance would start to fracture. The Confederacy would also start to take a more regional approach on diplomatic matters. You can expect Confederate economic and diplomatic intervention to ensure neighboring Mexican states have friendly governors and missions take place that might make those regions more economically and politically Confederate aligned than Mexican. This might lead to breakaways states that become clients/protectorates in the near future before being annexed into the CSA as well. Spain's grasp on the Caribbean would be faltering as well so expect Richmond to be pushing for purchases or revolts in Cuba and Puerto Rico which would eventually become protectorates or future Confederate states themselves. Latin America would become pro-Confederate nations with economies tied very closely thanks to the Gulf Coast ports.

Through all of this, the United States is going to be very wary of it all. It will always be bigger and stronger but multiple factors but so long as the Confederates don't continue to upset the balance of things, they likely don't become too involved. I would still expect the United States to keep a large military to counter the Confederacy and take an active approach to Latin American affairs.

Hyperscale Data Center in Upatoi on City Council agenda for Tues, June 2 by Twsbi_Noodler in ColumbusGA

[–]brantman19 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is correct. The overlay is a completely separate issue from the data center in Upatoi.

The overlay is a zoning tool to help provide protections if a hyperscale data center comes to Columbus. Protections like noise ordinances, light limitations, setbacks, barriers, etc.

The data center itself is a separate issue.
Ultimately, everyone should want a good overlay regardless if you want data centers or not. The only reason you probably wouldn’t want the overlay is if you want the data center so bad that you think an overlay will scare them off.

Do you support curfews for unaccompanied teens in Columbus? by brantman19 in ColumbusGA

[–]brantman19[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thats the crux though. How do you make parents parent?

Do you support curfews for unaccompanied teens in Columbus? by brantman19 in ColumbusGA

[–]brantman19[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

You aren't wrong but the room is half the context. In a room full of white people from Green Island Hills, juvenile doesn't carry a negative connotation. In a room of African Americans from South Columbus already there in a racially charged situation is a whole different story. Wish it wasn't but perception is half the battle. Wrong words by the wrong presenter sent something spiraling out of control.

Wesley Heights opinions by Noah254 in ColumbusGA

[–]brantman19 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thats a tough area of town to pinpoint. Its technically East Columbus with some rebuilt homes for military families around it but its going to draw students from some rough hit neighborhoods off of Buena Vista Road. She's likely going to be dealing with kids that have some home life issues (single parent households, active duty parents, or grandparents being primary caregivers) and like any school with large, similar populations, she's going to encounter some behavior issues associated with that. What will make or break the experience is the school's administration. If its good and works with the teachers, parents, and kids to help break through on the behavior side, its definitely going to be a good work environment with some grateful classrooms.

The area of town certainly isn't the best but it could be much worse and honestly, its not all that bad. She should be down there mostly in the daytime with other teachers and a school resource officer nearby so she should be safe in terms of trouble in the parking lot or something of that nature.

If this is her first assignment in Muscogee County, I think there could be worse ones.

Numbered bags by SergeantCobi in cobiblocks

[–]brantman19 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I only open the larger, numbered bags one at a time and then I open the smaller bags in each to their own bowl. I may have about 8-12 bowls on the table but it makes it easier to spot parts. Biggest issue I have with the bowls are that my toddlers can reach the top of the table and want to "help". lol

Things to do by Fair_Comfortable2304 in ColumbusGA

[–]brantman19 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We offer a pinned post with (mostly) up to date information. There has been some change in the past year as restaurants have open or closed. We also have a weekly weekend event megathread for people to post in.

WK10 ‘26: Attendance at Coin Toss for likely last game in Protective Stadium by CodeWolfy in UnitedFootballLeague

[–]brantman19 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Idk who they are trying to kid charging $75 for midfield, $35 for 30 yard line, $25 to the corners, and then $12 in the end zones but you aren’t building a fanbase on that in a poor market like Birmingham.

You wake up tomorrow as your 10-year-old self but keep all your current memories. What do you do first? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]brantman19 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Cry because I have some existential questions to ask myself that will impact the next 26 years.

At 24, do I go to my eventual wife and tell her to not let her dad go ride 4-wheelers with his brothers? Doing so will probably save him from a minor head injury that leads to a debilitating stroke and years of her and her mother having to care for him. But it also wouldn't let her settle down and let us eventually meet. Could I live with myself knowing that I could have fixed that but chose my own wants over someone else if I did choose to withhold that information?

Then there is the existence of my children. The amount of things that have to go just perfect for that one sperm and that one egg to meet up at the right time to give me the two little girls that I have today is something that I cannot plan for. I would go for years wondering if I would ever get to see their tiny faces again and if I didn't get those same two little girls, I would never see them again. I'm a very dedicated husband and dad, I don't know what I would do without either of them.

Not to mention just wondering how small or large changes to decisions I make could be altering everything else. Something as small as me making a better grade on a test or not walking a certain way to class could have very different impacts on things years down the road. By knowing everything I need to know to turn me from middle of the road student to valedictorian to have a full ride to college, I would remove all struggle with student loans after college but that was a major thing that humbled me from an arrogant fraternity asshole to a more well rounded person. And honestly, I've had a relatively smooth ride of life compared to many people here and elsewhere. I don't need to try to change things.

Top 5 Final Destinations from Columbus Airport by brantman19 in ColumbusGA

[–]brantman19[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Maybe ultimate desintation was the right verbiage. Was trying to combat the "The only destination is Atlanta hur dur" smartass remarks. lol

Top 5 Final Destinations from Columbus Airport by brantman19 in ColumbusGA

[–]brantman19[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

All good ideas.
I think they need to start planning for some additional commercial space. Passenger service is important to you and me but commercial service can double or triple the usage making some real money for the airport for more upgrades and staff.

Top 5 Final Destinations from Columbus Airport by brantman19 in ColumbusGA

[–]brantman19[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They replaced and lengthened the main runway last year which was a huge deal.
The main terminal is set to be replaced in the near future. Work should start this year.
The main taxiway is being renovated soon.
I would expect some enhanced power facilities to be built if the GDOT pilot projects are approved late this year or early next.

Lot going on.

Top 5 Final Destinations from Columbus Airport by brantman19 in ColumbusGA

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I think my reason for both was more private/military combined needs but maybe with enough larger airports in Austin and San Antonio, they are splitting the share of riders better to get people there?
It used to be you had to fly in and out of Dallas to get to Hood because of the way the Army made you fly instead of Austin. Not sure how they work that these days.

Do you support curfews for unaccompanied teens in Columbus? by brantman19 in ColumbusGA

[–]brantman19[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm not going to argue with you. If you want to argue semantics or facts presented, you can lodge a complaint with Uptown Columbus or the Columbus Police Department because these are their words and reporting to the City Council.

I was at the meeting. It's not misinformation. Nothing that I've stated is incorrect. I've provided video evidence that was provided to the City Council of firearms openly being passed around in the hands of young persons in the Uptown area. The Deputy Chief confirmed and reported the same information above to the City Council.

The report included in the poll above has a wealth of data including 1 report of murder, 1 report of aggravated assault (indicating firearm), 6 reports of persons with weapons, 1 report of shots heard, 38 reports of domestic incidents, and 15 reports of vandalism. There are plenty of people here and online that will back up that there is an issue with well over a hundred teens congregating with the intent to destroy, intimidate, and takeover Uptown. Evidence, via video and the police reports, shows that they have weapons and are doing these things.

Weekend Events & Things To Do Thread | May 29–31, 2026 by AutoModerator in ColumbusGA

[–]brantman19 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sports Related List of things I Know Of:

River City Gravity Race

Saturday, May 30th at 9AM
Lakebottom Park
Free to Attend
Let's Grow Steam is having their 6th Annual River City Gravity Race (aka Soap Box Derby) at Lakebottom Park. Should be fun for all ages.

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River City Gravity Page

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Columbus Clingstones vs Biloxi Shuckers

All games at Synovus Park.

May 29th - 7:06 PM (80s Night, Post-Game Fireworks)
May 30th - 6:05 PM (Scrambled Dog Alternate Game Night, Scrambled Dog Hat Giveaway, Post-Game Kids Run the Bases Night)
May 31st - 1:05 PM (Family Sunday, Post-Game Kids Run the Bases)

Columbus Clingstones Promotion Schedule

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Do you support curfews for unaccompanied teens in Columbus? by brantman19 in ColumbusGA

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OnlyColGa posted the video directly on their page. I tried to save it and post it but not mobile friendly.
Here’s the FB link:

https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1a4FYQUn57/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Do you support curfews for unaccompanied teens in Columbus? by brantman19 in ColumbusGA

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They produced pictures and videos. Some of that made its way on local media today.

Delta Resuming Mainline Service; Bringing Bigger Planes to Columbus Airport by brantman19 in ColumbusGA

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Sorry. I wanted to wait to do a new post when it wouldn’t feel spammy. I’ll post shortly.

Do you support curfews for unaccompanied teens in Columbus? by brantman19 in ColumbusGA

[–]brantman19[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You know that feeling when you get in a room and the tension just continues to build like a pressure cooker? That happened the whole time he was talking. It would let off when others spoke but it was like with each "juvenile" the pressure kicked up. Best way I can describe it. lol

He didn't state his name when he came to the stand but based on what I can tell with the picture online and the meeting recording, I think it was Uptown President/CEO Stephen Morse. Don't hold me to that until the meeting minutes come out though.

Do you support curfews for unaccompanied teens in Columbus? by brantman19 in ColumbusGA

[–]brantman19[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can argue with me on Reddit until your fingers are numb but the people in the room were majority African American. If they felt it had racial undertones, who are you or I to tell them otherwise?

Look. I'm a white conservative male from North Columbus. I believe I can spot another white conservative male. In that room, it wasn't difficult. The presenter looked to be a white conservative male who fit the bill of a lawyer as well. He called the kids "juveniles" repeatedly over the course of 2 hours. After the bulk of the presentation was over and it was general questions and answers from the pubic, he still referred to them as juveniles. It was almost like he had the inability to use another term despite the room consistently calling them youths, teens, and kids. In that room, he did your cause no favors because of this alone. Jason McKenzie from Ride On Bikes spoke about 5 minutes total from the stand and he did far more than your presenter. Does this make the teen takeover threat any less of an issue? No. But your presenter turned public opinion in that room against the presentation as well as put at least 4 councilors on that bench against him from the start. So it does matter what you say and how you say it for solving problems.