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Diving from Columbus to Charleston West Virginia by night!

Posted 08-04-2013 at 11:02 AM by moving2013

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Originally Posted by wtr1906

I guess it really depends on what route you take.....I drive thru Charleston 3 or 4 times a month for work and I take 23 S to 35 E to 64 into Charleston. That route is not hilly so much but it is mostly 2 and 4 lane roads and less highways. But 10pm, you should be fine. Its mostly going to be truckers on the road at that time of the night

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People loking to or planning a move TO OHIO. Why are you moving?

Posted 08-03-2013 at 08:34 PM by MnpbC

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Originally Posted by jdawnbailey

I posted a thread about moving to Ohio a few months back. We have now decided on Mansfield/ashland area. We r takin a trip up there n june and have scheduled the move n july. Any advice on the areas or tips to make moving out of state easier?

Did you move? I'm still planning my trip and trying exactly figure out my living situation when we arrive. How is it in Mansfield area??

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Driving from Columbus OHIO to Raleigh: how safe is the drive through West Virginia? Any advices? :)

Posted 08-03-2013 at 05:58 PM by moving2013

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Originally Posted by WordWrangler

I just made the drive back to Raleigh from Charleston, WV a few days ago. Took six hours from there, and despite what Jorrie says about the local yokels in Beckley 15 years ago (are you sure it wasn't more than that??? LOL) I believe you'll find it to be hilly and curvy, but good road and plenty of traffic for company. DEFINITELY stop at the Tamarack exit in Beckley to move around a bit, fuel up, or maybe look at some art. The stretch between Charleston and Beckley will be difficult if you're

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West Hills slides and soil issues?

Posted 08-03-2013 at 03:17 PM by Jiggs72

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Originally Posted by skiffrace

As far as slides, they are ok, except the times when they slide:
West Hills home smashed in landslide | OregonLive.com

Nobody knows how they will withstand the earthquake. Typically, houses in the river valleys fare the worst due to liquification of soul.

You did not say whether you are getting a programming job at Nike. If so ,you are in for a rude awakening.

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Dad's Passing...

Posted 08-03-2013 at 08:53 AM by woodworkingmenace (History)

My Dad passed away this morning, at approximately 9:35am.

My Brother called my house at 4:05am, and told my Son that my Dad wanted to go to the Hospital.

Every so often, they, (my oldest Brother), would call the house, givng us updates, and I would just let my Son take the messages.
I figured I had time, when they actually moved my Dad to a room, instead of the Emergency Room... I was wrong and didnt get up there in time for his passing.

My younger...

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