new city

My first post; I'll try to keep the context brief but can detail more if needed. More logistics/lifestyle than technique; no harm skipping this if the former doesn't interest you. White 25 yo in central Alabama (USA). Not-ideal logistics: at least a half-hour drive to the nearest city/area with...

When moving to a new city and living in a AirBNB for a week. Logistics is everything right? What steps do you take? How do I find roomates that I want to live with? What places to look for?