Waynesboro questions (Lawrenceburg, Savannah, Central: apartment, cost, shop)

[ComputerUser000]

I may be relocating to Waynesboro for a job, not sure yet. I've been offered the job, but havent accepted the offer, and wether I do or not is still up in the air..


1.) Who provides cable tv, internet and phone service in Waynesboro? I've looked at Adelphia, Charter and Bellsouth with no luck.

2.) What kind of stores are ther ein town.. grocery stores? convieince stores? Clothes shopping?

3.) What's the weather like?

I've never been to Waynesboro and don't know a heckuva lot about it except it's not the entirely best economically.

What do I need to know about Waynesboro? How are the people? What are their attitudes?

Fill me in on everything folks

Thanks in advance..

[chickadee]

Congratulations on your job offer!

1) Most of the cable tv seems to be provided by Charter Communications or DirecTV. Phone service is TDS Telecom. Internet service providers are primarily TDS and NetEase.

2) Grocery stores are Piggly Wiggly, E.W. James, and Save-A-Lot. There are some convenience stores scattered around, as well as some Dollar Stores. For clothes shopping, you will probably want to order online or go to WalMart or other stores in either Savannah or Lawrenceburg (each about 30-35 miles away). The closest "big city" for the area is Florence, AL.

3) Summers are hot and humid, like the rest of this area. From one native New Englander to another, you will find the summers uncomfortable and the mild winters scarcely worth being called "winter". I stay in air-conditioned spaces all summer. On the other hand, that is more preferable to most people than shoveling snow and scraping ice in northern winters!

The area is stirring and beginning to change in positive ways. The people are down to earth and friendly. You will find it very easy to make new friends, especially if you work where I think you will.

Wayne County is very rural, and logging and farming are common activities. The forested, hilly terrain is similar to parts of CT. If you are young and single, you should consider how you like to spend your time when you are not working.

[ComputerUser000]

Thanks for the informaiton.

I have several things and situations to consider before I accept the job offer...

I'll keep y'all updated.

[ComputerUser000]

Originally Posted by chickadee

Congratulations on your job offer!

1) Most of the cable tv seems to be provided by Charter Communications or DirecTV. Phone service is TDS Telecom. Internet service providers are primarily TDS and NetEase.

2) Grocery stores are Piggly Wiggly, E.W. James, and Save-A-Lot. There are some convenience stores scattered around, as well as some Dollar Stores. For clothes shopping, you will probably want to order online or go to WalMart or other stores in either Savannah or Lawrenceburg (each about 30-35 miles away). The closest "big city" for the area is Florence, AL.

3) Summers are hot and humid, like the rest of this area. From one native New Englander to another, you will find the summers uncomfortable and the mild winters scarcely worth being called "winter". I stay in air-conditioned spaces all summer. On the other hand, that is more preferable to most people than shoveling snow and scraping ice in northern winters!

The area is stirring and beginning to change in positive ways. The people are down to earth and friendly. You will find it very easy to make new friends, especially if you work where I think you will.

Wayne County is very rural, and logging and farming are common activities. The forested, hilly terrain is similar to parts of CT. If you are young and single, you should consider how you like to spend your time when you are not working.

I forgot to mention, I'm actually from Connecticut... resided in the Central & Eastern part of the state...

What banks are in Waynesboro and which one is the best to deal with? I just need a simple no frills, no fees checking account with a debit card.

Wheres the best place to look for an apartment? It's looking like I'm going to need to find one. And what would a 2 bedroom apartment cost you in Waynesboro?

Where are any laundromats in Waynesboro?

By the way, the place I'd be working for is only a few doors down from the police station

[ComputerUser000]

Chickadee:

Woops, forgot something else but I cna't edit my post anymore..

Can you shoot me a private message with your email address? Id like to chat and not clutter up this board..

PW

[chickadee]

Originally Posted by Computergeek2007

I forgot to mention, I'm actually from Connecticut... resided in the Central & Eastern part of the state...

I read that in some of your previous posts. You like to see the country!

Originally Posted by Computergeek2007

What banks are in Waynesboro and which one is the best to deal with? I just need a simple no frills, no fees checking account with a debit card.

Bank of Waynesboro and Wayne County Bank are both good, and you can easily walk to them from your place of work. Peoples Bank is a little farther, and seems less popular among folks I know -- not that that means anything.

Originally Posted by Computergeek2007

Wheres the best place to look for an apartment? It's looking like I'm going to need to find one. And what would a 2 bedroom apartment cost you in Waynesboro?

I cannot answer this offhand, but will try to find out for you.

Originally Posted by Computergeek2007

Where are any laundromats in Waynesboro?

There is one in the same plaza with E.W. James supermarket -- also walkable on your lunch break. There may be another one, which I will inquire about and get back to you.

Originally Posted by Computergeek2007

By the way, the place I'd be working for is only a few doors down from the police station

Excellent neighbors! You will easily feel at home!

[chickadee]

Originally Posted by Computergeek2007

Chickadee:
Can you shoot me a private message with your email address? Id like to chat and not clutter up this board..

PW

Check your box!

[ComputerUser000]

Well, I've spoken to the boss on the phone tonight... I laid out on the table what I need/want.... and he saiud I should hear from him early this next week(The week of the 1st) about his decision.