Texas prison staff falsified records about temperatures behind bars, internal investigation finds

NEW: Someone asked the state to release temperature logs taken at its prisons. Some of the logs didn't exist or were defaced by staff.

So the logs were falsified.

Those are the findings of an internal agency investigation. I got a copy.

Why is the accuracy of prison heat logs important? They help the warden decide when conditions are dangerous for inmates and staff. Also, they're part of a federal lawsuit against the Texas prison agency. The presiding judge is mulling whether to require Texas prisons have A/C. That's right. Most of them don't have it.

https://www.kut.org/crime-justice/2025-03-21/texas-prison-jail-investigation-heat-hot-false-falsified

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2025-03-21 13:36:13

Vouchers- costs more for Texas

Did you know that the voucher proposal will cost Texas more per student than for public school student? That’s because ALL of the voucher cost ($10,000 per student) comes out of the Texas general fund whereas only about $4500 of the public school payments come out of the Texas general fund. Also, the public schools are paid based upon attendance but vouchers are paid to private schools regardless of attendance. Call your Texas State Representatives!

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2025-03-21 11:28:24

Texas Pecans: The Best Nut in the World?

Texas is a huge producer of pecans, and I honestly think they have the best flavor. Do y’all agree, or am I just biased? Also, where’s the best place to get high-quality Texas pecans? I saw Millican Pecan mentioned in a few places—they’ve been around since the 1800s! Curious if anyone has tried their pecans.

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2025-03-21 07:15:38

Looking for local Mexican Oregano - Lippia graveolens - to grow

Hey all, just as the title says, I'm looking for local nurseries that have Mexican Oregano - Lippia graveolens - to add to my garden. I've found online sources but they are crazy expensive after shipping so I'm hoping to find local. I've checked the larger nurseries around town and haven't had any luck. Has anyone seen any around?

Thanks!

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2025-03-21 15:02:12

Stores with cool men’s/gender neutral jewelry? But like not fancy.

I want some rings (wooden or full stone), bracelets (hemp, chord, etc), and necklaces (those long one with a simple wooden pendants or similar). I know this is oddly specific, but I’ve tried ordering several and none come how I expect. I wanna actually try on the stuff and see the sizes.

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2025-03-21 14:40:21

Heart Health Screening (free) with free gift card

A research company is offering a free cardiovascular screening March 20-22 in Greenville. They will give you a VISA gift card for participating, and the test only takes 5-10 minutes. Plus, you’ll get knowledge of your heart health you probably wouldn’t get at a doctor using traditional tests.

Why is this test different? Most doctors only perform lipid panels to assess cardiovascular health. This test includes a standard lipid panel, plus lp(a) testing, HbA1c testing, hsCRP testing, and eGFR testing.

  • lp(a) is a type of LDL that is particularly potent at driving cardiovascular disease. Very few people get tested because it’s expensive, even though ~20% of Americans have genetically high levels. The good news is you only need to get this test once in your life.

  • HbA1c measures blood sugars over the past 3 months, and is the gold standard for assessing diabetes.

  • hsCRP tests for subtle inflammation that can drive cardiovascular disease.

  • eGFR measures kidney function.

All of this is free and takes 5-10 minutes. This knowledge could help save your life or prevent you from having a heart attack, stroke, hearing loss (from blood vessel damage), erectile dysfunction, kidney damage (from blood vessel damage), vision loss, and many more things. Plus you’re helping research be conducted that can lead to treatment for millions of people.

Additionally, you’ll get a VISA gift card for $45 that can be used at any store. I’ll post the link below. Message me if you have questions.

I got the test done yesterday and it was a piece of cake. You do not need to fast. Just show up.

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2025-03-21 13:15:20

Imago MRI

Is this place legit? I have an appointment this Saturday. How does this place only charge $500 for the same MRI that Prisma said was going to be $3609 with insurance?

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2025-03-21 12:29:39

Google Wallet Auto Insurance

Does anyone know if the police in greenville accept Electronic copies of Auto Insurance. Such as a Google wallet?

The reason I ask is becuae of a lot of Insurance companies are gravitating towards digital copies instead of paper.....

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2025-03-21 12:13:27

H20 nerds - anyone had their water tested?

Yes, I know Gvl water is the best! I'm just curious, if any testing results differed from the annual report put out from the city. Ultimately, I'm wondering if a water filter system is overkill as our water is already so good. Thanks

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2025-03-21 11:33:33

Breakfast

What’s your favorite restaurant in Greenville for breakfast?

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2025-03-21 03:52:30

Tacklebox Pub & Grub

Has anyone tried this spot at Vaughns? Looking for a good spot for classic fish and chips!

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2025-03-21 01:56:49

Any new restaurants or store to go to in Greenville that are unique?

I’m not talking about whataburger but a small business boba shop or a new burger place, or even a cool clothes shop that is a hole in the wall? Just trying to try something different as Greenville is growing faster than I can keep up with and I rarely even go downtown as is

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2025-03-21 01:19:42