Reviews & Comments
Hutchinson, KS
Steer away from Hutchinson -
11/26/2015I visited Hutchinson for the first time yesterday and after that experience I stated that I would not go back. I have heard so many people say that Hutchinson was ugly, but it is a really beautiful town. It is the people that are ugly. If you walk in the stores the people seem so are unfriendly and rude. They also have racist overtones. Hutchinson is not a city for minorities such as Hispanic, Black, Native American, Italian or people who have lived in diverse metropolitan areas and been exposed to a variety of cultures. Hutchinson people are closed in their worlds. I have heard so many people say negative things about them.
Tulsa, OK
Tulsa has its good and bad like any other city -
4/3/2014I moved here last year from Tennessee. Tulsa is really not a bad city compared to other cities. The economy here is stable with an unemployment rate of 5%, not bad compared to the other cities. Tulsa also has a reputation sort of speak of being a religious "mecca", because there is Rhemas Bible College and Oral Roberts University here. I have visited several religious organizations and the warmth that is displayed is like no other that I have experienced before. The people that I have met in church are loving and warm. On another note, although Tulsa has its good points it also has its bad points. Many of the city schools have F ratings (approx. 95%). The teachers leave you with the impression that they really don't care about the quality of your child's education. They have the "I am not getting paid enough to make sure that the children in my class are receiving a quality education" attitude. And, there is nothing that you can do about it. Education from what people have told me here has been a problem for years. Another problem in Tulsa is alcohol and drug dependency. There are a lot of people here that are either drug or alcohol abusers or in recovery. And, domestic violence seems like it is the norm around here. It is common to see men beat women in the public. However, you will never find the perfect place. It is just not going to happen, even if a city has a reputation as being religious.===
Athens-Clarke County, GA
Don't Move here -
3/7/2012The people that stated that Athens was a great place must not live here. Athens is a very poor city and the crime is unlike anything that I have ever seen before. A couple of weeks ago, a man was found robbed, shot, and tossed in a well. The man made friends with someone and was supposed to invest in some land with this person. The newspaper stated that the man picked up his business partner to look at some land. That day he was killed. His car was found on another side of town, along with his wallet and belongings. This is a very bad city--a city where you have to investigate everything. People here are constantly scheming so that they can “get ahead”. However, it is only temporary. This is not a city that you can trust people. You really have to investigate a person's background. Don't just think that because a person is "nice" that they are o.k. This is just one incident that I mentioned; however, there are many more. There are a lot of people in this city who are suffering financially. The government is corrupt especially the Georgia Department of Human Services. I applied for Medicaid and was denied. I asked for an appeal and was told that once you are denied there is no appeal process. I informed that receptionist that all states have an appeal process when there is a denial of benefits. Surprisingly, I was given a form to fill out. I asked for a receipt showing that I had filled out an application, because paperwork can come up missing. I also asked for a copy of appeal form that she stamped and dated as a record of my filing. Surprisingly, I called back to check the status of my appeal and was told that there was no record of my request for an appeal. I informed the supervisor that I had a receipt. She put me on hold to look at the receipt book. When she came back she told me that there was not record of a receipt. However, I never told her that I had a stamped copy of the appeal form. I wanted to hold on to that evidence for the hearing, because they are supposed to according to state rules submit all appeals within five business days. Anyway, the supervisor submitted my appeal over the phone. She asked the reason for my appeal and I told her. When I told her the reason for my appeal a couple of weeks later I found out that she went into the computer and modified some of the information so that they could win their case. However, I did not tell her all the reasons for my appeal, because I suspected that they would do something possibly crooked. It is the norm here. I have not had my hearing yet. I will bring up all the information that I have not mentioned here or to them at the hearing. Another, issue that people have to be careful about is the apartments. If you visit an apartment community be careful. I visited an apartment community and was informed that the first month would be free with a one year lease. I was shown a model apartment with washer dryer hookups. When I signed the lease and got the keys to my apartment and opened the door I did not have the washer and dryer hookups. I complained to the apartment manager and she hung up on me. I called back and was informed that I would have to purchase a laundry card to use at their facility. Now, I am taking them to court.... Please, do not move here. Crime and deception is called normal. Also, if you visit or move here don't tell people too much about where you work. People will ask questions to measure you up before robbing you. I have only one acquaintance in this city and we both agree that people here are sly about sizing you up---both black and white.
Athens-Clarke County, GA
Great to place to visit, but do not move here -
1/1/2012I just relocated to Athens. I must say that after a month I don't like it. The crime is really bad here. The crime in the city is mostly robberies, burglaries, and thefts. The city is very, very, very poor. People are basically in survival mode and will do anything just able to survive even if it means to defraud someone or steal. I will be moving again. I would suggest not moving here. There are no safe places in the city. Several of the university buildings have been broken into numberous times. It was in the newspaper that a man was hold up on the parking lot of a retail business one night after a visit to the local grocery store. I would not suggest that anyone move here. The city is extremely poor. I really don't understand why the city is so poor when it is a university town and there are educational opportunities.
Nashville, TN
Nashville Crime -
9/21/2011The crime statistics is right on the money. Nashville does have a lot of crime. Nashville was also ranked one of the most depressed cities by Bloomberg Businessweek. I believe that is true as well. I knew a number of people on prozac and other anti-psychotic drugs. I think that Nashville is a good place to visit. The crime just makes it unattractive. Also, Nashville has a lot of racism. Interracial couples will not do good there.
Chicago, IL
re: Chicago & surrounding suburbs - 1/25/2011 -
9/18/2011Martina, many people have said some of the same things that you have said about Chicago. My step-sisters and brothers live there. I live in Tennessee. I heard that there are piles of trash in the neighborhoods. I have heard on the news that Chicago is corrupt and had a corrupt governor. So, I think that your story is true, yet, humorous! Sking on piles of garbage....lol.
Milwaukee, WI
re: Child Protective Services - 3/21/2011 -
5/17/2011Your case is very simple. The courts use the best interest of the child standard. Ask an attorney about the best interest of the child standard and how it applies in your particular case. If you can not afford an attorney Legal Aid is an option there address is 521 North 8th Street
Milwaukee, WI 53233-2404 Tel: 414-727-5300. Your case is a simple case. However, I am not able to provide legal advice, because I am not an attorney. That is why I am recommending that you speak to one and ask about that particular standard. However, I am a student.
Minneapolis, MN
Great place for Whites, but no minorites -
5/16/2011The unemployement rates are low for white minorities, but very high for african-americans, asians, and other races. Discrimination there is worst than many places in the South. Please, refer to the census bureau website.
Boston, MA
re: My Experiences in Boston - 7/23/2009 -
5/16/2011Thank you for advance notice.
Chattanooga, TN
Great city, but terrible for allergy sufferers -
5/16/2011I have been living here for over a year. It is a great city and the people here are wonderful. The only problem that the city has is poor air quality due in part to high pollen counts. In the spring it is not uncommon to see people in the emergency room with asthma related problems caused by allergens in the air. Prior moving here I had mild allergies; however, after I moved here I have had severe allergies every spring with frequent trips to the emergency room. If you are considering moving here don't forget to take in consideration the air quality. You need clean air to breathe. I found airnow.gov helpful to help me monitor the air quality especially if I plan on spending alot of time outdoors. In addition, I have found pollen.com helpful to monitor the pollen counts.
Columbia, TN
Columbia, Tennessee -
12/22/2009The jobs in Columbia, Tennessee are scarce in comparison to cities. It has been that way since the '90's. In the 90's General Electric and other major companies left the area. Recently nearby Saturn has announced a major layoff leaving many GM employees unemployed.
Real estate prices are affordable. However, if you purchase a home and later decide to sell it you will have a hard time. Many homes have been on the market for about a year or more. Many residents in the area just can't afford to purchase a home.