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Last year, a Corpus Christi cryptomine guzzled over 11 million gallons. Now, its water usage is being kept secret.
By Raul Alonzo at Texas Standard
· June 16, 2026
· 1 min read
Amid its water crisis, the city declined to supply public records on the Bitcoin mine's usage, citing a state law that allows nondisclosure of an individual customer’s account.
The disturbing incident in Arizona raises concerns for local parents of children with autism in The Woodlands, who rely on therapy centers for crucial support. Many of these centers operate in the area, serving families within the Conroe ISD and Tomball ISD school districts. The safety and well-being of vulnerable children, like the nonverbal 5-year-old boy in the surveillance video, depend on the trustworthiness and professionalism of therapy staff. This incident may prompt some parents to scrutinize the hiring practices and employee screening processes of local therapy centers, ensuring that similar incidents do not occur in The Woodlands. The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office, which serves The Woodlands, may also face questions about its role in investigating and preventing abuse in local care settings. As the community seeks to protect its most vulnerable members, it will be important to examine the safeguards in place at local therapy centers.
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Published: June 16, 2026 ·
Source: Texas Standard ·
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