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Time of India
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Sport Science' star John Brenkus' cause of death confirmed as suicide by medical examiner
John Brenkus, the creator and host of the Emmy Award-winning show Sport Science, died by suicide, the Virginia Department of Health's Office of the Chief Medical Examiner confirmed to TMZ Sports. The news of Brenkus' demise at age 54 was shared by his family on Sunday. In their note, the family revealed that the star had been privately battling depression. 'John lost his fight with this terrible illness on May 31st, 2025,' the family wrote in a heartfelt statement posted on X. The entire statement reads, "It is with profound sadness that we share the news that John Brenkus has passed away. John, co-founder of BASE Productions, founder of and co-creator and host of the 6-time Emmy Award-winning Sport Science, had been battling depression. John lost his fight with this terrible illness on May 31st, 2025. His heartbroken family and friends request privacy at this time, and encourage anyone who is struggling with depression to seek help. " Brenkus rose to fame in the early 2000s with Sport Science, a series that merged science and athleticism to break down the performance mechanics of elite athletes. The show gained a global fan following after being picked up by ESPN. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like People Born 1940-1975 With No Life Insurance Could Be Eligible For This Reassured Get Quote Undo Tributes poured in across social media from colleagues and fans alike. NFL insider Adam Schefter and former NFL star Marcellus Wiley were among those who shared their memories and condolences online, remembering Brenkus for his groundbreaking work and warm personality. His death has sent shockwaves through both the sports and broadcasting communities, with many expressing sorrow and underscoring the importance of mental health awareness. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Greenbrier Farms closing to public, will still host trio of seasonal offerings
CHESAPEAKE, Va. (WAVY) — Greenbrier Farms announced it will immediately close to the public outside of its traditional Christmas, strawberry and pumpkin seasons due to what it says is 'increasing operational restrictions and pressure from the city of Chesapeake permitting and zoning, as well as the Chesapeake Health Department.' The city, however, said in a statement that its efforts to help the farm had been 'rebuffed.' In a Facebook post, said it remained committed to the three seasonal events, but nothing else. 'While we remain committed to offering our Christmas tree lot in the winter, strawberry U-pick season in the spring and pumpkin patch in the fall,' Greenbrier Farms said, 'we are no longer permitted to open under our business model for additional public activities, events or general visits outside of these designated times.' It said its strawberry picking season had come to an end for the current season. It said it would no longer open to the public for visits to the playground, barnyard animals, walking the grounds or enjoying scenery. 'These everyday experiences have been part of what makes Greenbrier Farms special, and we understand how meaningful they've been to so many,' the farm said. 'We share in your disappointment and thank you for the many memories made here over the years.' The city of Chesapeake said in a statement Thursday afternoon that it has not shut down the farm and has taken no action to do so. Earlier today, Historic Greenbrier Farms announced via social media that they intend to close portions of their operations. In the announcement, the owners expressed that the City's zoning and permitting requirements, along with certain Virginia Department of Health requirements, are the cause for this closure. Several years ago, the City changed the zoning ordinance to permit operations such as Greenbrier Farms. Prior to that zoning ordinance change, the use was not permitted and the City received numerous complaints from the community. The City's goal was to find a way to permit the operation while addressing community concerns. Since that time, the City has reached out on multiple occasions to the owner to offer assistance and support in obtaining a permit. All of these efforts have been rebuffed. Additionally, the City has attempted to broker a resolution between the owner and the Virginia Department of Health, but the owner has not been open to those efforts. The City has not shut down Greenbrier Farms, has taken no action to shut down Greenbrier Farms, and remains committed to assisting the owner with getting approval from the Virginia Department of Health. — city of Chesapeake statement on Greenbrier Farms announcement You may recall Greenbrier Farms played host to a rally for now-President Donald Trump last June. Previously: Trump supporters line up as early as 15 hours ahead of rally in Chesapeake Greenbrier Farms also said that while it will welcome people back to the farm for its pumpkin patch in the fall, it would no longer host The Haunting at the farm. Also, during its Christmas season, it will no longer offer its previous Christmas activities, though it said it would still sell Christmas trees and provide free photos with Santa while people buy a tree. 'We want to thank our community for your unwavering support, cherished memories and generations of patronage,' Greenbrier Farms said. 'This farm has always been about people as much as it's been about produce — and though these changes are not what we hoped for, we look forward to remaining part of your seasonal traditions.' On its website, the 500-acre highlights its 'family-friendly Chesapeake destination that has been around since 1916,' and noted it is a 'fully operating nursery that also offers pick-your-own tulips, strawberries, peaches, sunflowers, wildflowers, vegetables, herbs, pumpkins and cut-your-own Christmas trees.' It also touts itself as a premier wedding destination in southeastern Virginia, and hosted private and corporate events, along with birthday parties. Along with that, it has hosted a farmer's market as well as pick your own tulips, strawberries, peaches, sunflowers, wildflowers, vegetables, pumpkins and Christmas trees. It has also hosted numerous farm events — among them, its Summer Bash, Belles & Blooms, Boots & Belles, Opening Day, Kegs & Eggs, an Easter egg hunt, Derby Day, a fall festival, The Haunting, the Oyster & South Festival, Santa's Workshop, Breakfast with Santa and Crepe Myrtle Days. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Second measles case reported in Virginia this year
VIRGINIA () — Health officials said a measles case was reported in Virginia last week, making it the second case in the Commonwealth this year. The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) said the person is a teenager between 13 and 17 years old and recently traveled internationally. They currently live in the , which includes Culpeper County, Stafford County, Spotsylvania County, Manassas and other cities in the Northern Virginia region, as well as the westernmost portions of the state. VDH said the teenager was at the following sites, potentially exposing others: Charlottesville Albemarle Airport on Tuesday, May 20, between 2:15 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. Play it Again Sports, located at 1885 Seminole Trail in Charlottesville on Tuesday, May 20 from 2:40 p.m. to 5 p.m. Goodwill Store and Donation Center, located at 440 Gander Drive in Charlottesville on Tuesday, May 20 from 3:10 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. UVA Health Primary Care Riverside, located at 2335 Seminole Lane, Suite 200 in Charlottesville on Thursday, May 22 from 2 p.m. to 7:10 p.m. UVA Health University Medical Center Emergency Department, located at 1215 Lee St. in Charlottesville on Friday, May 23 from 12 a.m. to 6 a.m. This is the second case of measles reported in Virginia in 2025. The , when a young child aged 0-4 years old contracted the disease. Virginia health officials release more information on areas exposed to child with measles If you were at the above-listed locations on the day and times specified, VDH encourages the following: If you have received two doses of a measles-containing vaccine or were born before 1957, you are protected and do not need to take any action. If you have never received a measles-containing vaccine (either the measles, mumps and rubella [MMR] vaccine or a measles-only vaccine, which is available in other countries), you may be at risk of developing measles. Anyone who might have been exposed and is considered to be at risk of developing measles should contact their healthcare provider immediately. Non-immune individuals may qualify for post-exposure treatments. People who might have been exposed and are not immune should contact their health care provider or local health department immediately to coordinate administration of post-exposure prophylaxis. Watch for symptoms for 21 days after the date of your potential exposure. If you notice symptoms of measles, immediately isolate yourself by staying home. Contact your healthcare provider right away. If you need to seek healthcare, call ahead before going to your healthcare provider's office or the emergency room to notify them that you may have been exposed to measles and ask them to call the local health department. This call will help protect other patients and staff. Anyone with an immunocompromising condition should consult with their healthcare provider if they have questions or develop symptoms. If you have received only one dose of a measles-containing vaccine, you are very likely to be protected and your risk of being infected with measles from any of these exposures is very low. However, to achieve the highest level of protection, contact your healthcare provider about getting a second vaccine dose. For more information about measles, click . Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
New boil water advisory issued in Richmond, months after January water crisis
Anna Wilson fills jars and bottles from Wayside Spring in the Forest Hill neighborhood during a citywide water outage in Richmond, on Jan. 9, 2025. (Photo by Parker Michels-Boyce for the Virginia Mercury) Richmond officials issued a new boil water advisory Tuesday for large swaths of the city, less than six months after a catastrophic water crisis left much of the region without safe drinking water for days. The latest advisory, announced by the city of Richmond in coordination with the Virginia Department of Health, affects residents served by the Ginter Park Tank, including neighborhoods such as Byrd Park, Brookland Park, Carver, Carytown, Chamberlayne, the Fan, Jackson Ward, Oregon Hill, Randolph and the VCU Monroe Park campus. Some customers may experience total service loss or low pressure. Others may not notice a change, but officials urged all residents to conserve water immediately and to boil water before consuming it. 'This advisory comes after the city's water treatment plant experienced an operational issue in the early morning hours on Tuesday, May 27, and after the water system had been restored to full production,' the city said in a statement. 'The filters re-clogged after running at full production for over an hour.' The pressure drop has impacted the Ginter Park tank, and while the city says it is monitoring efforts to restore full pressure, no timeline has been given. The city warned that the list of affected areas could grow if usage continues to outpace supply. 'As a cautionary measure, all residents are asked to conserve water to ensure all needs are met during this time,' the statement said. 'We will continue to monitor the situation closely and provide updates to our customers as new information becomes available.' Officials urged residents to avoid drinking tap water, making ice, brushing teeth, cooking, or washing food or dishes with unboiled tap water. Full water safety guidelines and neighborhood maps are available at The advisory is likely to draw renewed scrutiny to Richmond's water system, which remains under investigation following the massive January breakdown that left thousands without water or usable water pressure for nearly a week. In April, the Virginia Department of Health released a scathing 314-page report on the January event, calling it 'completely avoidable' and the result of 'a long chain of preventable failures' at the city's century-old Water Treatment Plant. 'This crisis could have been prevented with better operational decisions,' State Health Commissioner Dr. Karen Shelton said at the time. 'Our goal now is to ensure corrective actions are taken swiftly and effectively, so Richmond-area families can trust their water supply.' The report, based on an independent probe by the engineering firm Short Elliott Hendrickson, detailed a cascade of failures, such as untested batteries, broken valves and neglected emergency protocols. When a winter storm knocked out overhead power lines on Jan. 6, the plant's backup systems failed, flooding underground equipment rooms and halting production. The city's response was slow and, in many cases, ineffective. By the time Richmond issued a boil advisory that afternoon, pressure had already dropped dangerously low. Water systems in Henrico, Hanover and Goochland counties, which connect to Richmond's, were also impacted. Full restoration didn't come until Jan. 9, and the boil order wasn't lifted until Jan. 11. Gov. Glenn Youngkin called the disruption 'unacceptable' and said, 'It should never happen again.' As a result of the January failure, the city received a second formal notice of violation and is now under a mandate to develop and implement a corrective action plan. The SEH report identified over $63 million in additional needed improvements, on top of $60 million already proposed in the city's capital plan. Those upgrades include modernizing electrical systems, automating emergency operations, and redesigning the clearwell overflow system to prevent future floods. While Mayor Danny Avula said he was 'incredibly proud' of the work done so far by the Department of Public Utilities, the VDH's findings painted a picture of what one official called a 'culture of complacency,' where temporary workarounds were the norm and long-standing vulnerabilities went unresolved. Now, just weeks later, the system has suffered another setback. The city said it will continue to post updates on its website and social media platforms. Residents are encouraged to check those resources regularly and to follow all water safety precautions until the advisory is lifted. SUPPORT: YOU MAKE OUR WORK POSSIBLE
The Independent
27-05-2025
- General
- The Independent
Virginia's capital is under a boil-water advisory after more water treatment operations issues
Officials issued a boil-water advisory Tuesday in parts of Virginia's capital city, leaving many residents without drinkable tap water following an operational issue at the city's water treatment plant for the second time this year. Richmond officials said that the city's water treatment plant experienced an operational hiccup that clogged some of the plant's filters. In the morning, the water system had been restored to full production, but reclogged roughly an hour later. Large swaths of the city, spanning Richmond's west end to downtown by the Capitol, and its northern neighborhoods, were under the advisory. In a news release, officials said all residents were asked to conserve water. Richmond Mayor Danny Avula said in a statement he would examine what caused the clogging and identify any future improvements at the water treatment facility. The boil-water advisory follows a nearly week-long period in January when approximately 230,000 Richmond residents were without drinkable tap water after a power failure caused a malfunction at the water treatment facility. In April, the Virginia Department of Health released a report saying the crisis was avoidable, pointing to city officials' poor emergency planning and faulty maintenance practices.
