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A high school football star died in front of his teammates after suffering a heart attack during practice.

Jayvion Taylor, 15, was around 40 minutes into practice on Monday night at Hopewell High School when he collapsed after a water break.

Two coaches attempted CPR on Taylor and dialed 911 with paramedics arriving and taking him to a hospital where he died.

Taylor was a 10th grade student who played football for the school, which has since remembered him as being a ‘genuine and remarkable student’. 

His coaches and teammates also shared similar sentiments about the teenager. 

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Jayvion Taylor, 15, was around 40 minutes into practice on Monday night at Hopewell High School when he collapsed after a water break

Taylor was a 10th grade student who played football for the school, who have since remembered him as being a 'genuine and remarkable student'

Taylor was a 10th grade student who played football for the school, who have since remembered him as being a ‘genuine and remarkable student’

Speaking with WTVR, fellow player Orrin Besley told the outlet: ‘He was straight positive, like one of the best guys I’ve ever know.’

Teammate Cory Seacat had been on the field when Taylor collapsed, saying: ‘I went to the back of the field, and I saw everybody around here. 

‘[I] couldn’t get close to him. I heard it was Jay, we had to take a knee. They told us to get to the locker room. We just prayed.’

While classmate Chase Stith added: ‘I thought he still was going to make it, and fight through this, because he’s one of the strongest people I know, I thought he was going to make it through it.

‘It didn’t matter who you were. If you were one of the most known people of the school, or if you were somebody who wasn’t talkative, he would try to get to know you and understand you.’

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A statement from the school said: ‘This 15-year-old young man was considered one of the most genuine and remarkable students our staff have ever worked with. 

‘He was considered a ‘light’ to all who met him and left a lasting impact.’

Two coaches attempted CPR on Taylor and dialed 911 with paramedics arriving and taking him to a hospital where he died

Two coaches attempted CPR on Taylor and dialed 911 with paramedics arriving and taking him to a hospital where he died

His family have also since confirmed that Taylor passed away after a heart attack, telling CBS 6 they appreciated the community support. 

Head coach of the Virginia Tech college football team Brent Pry said during an unrelated press conference that he sent his prayers were with the community. 

Pry said: ‘I’m not sure how many of you are aware… about the tragedy there yesterday with one of their young football players.

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‘I can’t imagine for that team, the coaches, the players, the high school, the community … so thoughts and prayers there with [the coach] and his team.’

Earlier in the week, classmates and family gathered in the school gym to honor the teenager with a balloon release scheduled on Saturday night. 

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Debby’s remnants hit DMV LIVE updates: Tornado Watches for entire area; Flash Flood Warnings issued

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7AM UPDATE

TORNADO WATCHES are in effect for the entire DMV and FLASH FLOOD WARNINGS are in place for parts of the region on Friday as the remnants of Debby bring heavy rains, flash flooding and damaging winds.

TORNADO WATCH FOR:

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DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA

MARYLAND COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE

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ANNE ARUNDEL         BALTIMORE           CALVERT
CAROLINE             CARROLL             CECIL
CHARLES              DORCHESTER          FREDERICK
HARFORD              HOWARD              KENT
MONTGOMERY           PRINCE GEORGES      QUEEN ANNE`S
SOMERSET             ST. MARYS           TALBOT
WICOMICO             WORCESTER

MARYLAND INDEPENDENT CITIES INCLUDED ARE

BALTIMORE CITY

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VIRGINIA COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE

ACCOMACK             ARLINGTON           CAROLINE
ESSEX                FAIRFAX             FAUQUIER
KING AND QUEEN       KING GEORGE         KING WILLIAM
LANCASTER            LOUDOUN             MIDDLESEX
NORTHUMBERLAND       PRINCE WILLIAM      RICHMOND
SPOTSYLVANIA         STAFFORD            WESTMORELAND

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VIRGINIA INDEPENDENT CITIES INCLUDED ARE

ALEXANDRIA           FAIRFAX             FALLS CHURCH
FREDERICKSBURG       MANASSAS            MANASSAS PARK

ADJACENT COASTAL WATERS INCLUDED ARE

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DELAWARE BAY WATERS NORTH OF EAST POINT NJ TO SLAUGHTER BEACH DE

DELAWARE BAY WATERS SOUTH OF EAST POINT NJ TO SLAUGHTER BEACH DE

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CHESAPEAKE BAY NORTH OF POOLES ISLAND MD

CHESAPEAKE BAY FROM POOLES ISLAND TO SANDY POINT MD

CHESAPEAKE BAY FROM SANDY POINT TO NORTH BEACH MD

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CHESAPEAKE BAY FROM NORTH BEACH TO DRUM POINT MD

CHESAPEAKE BAY FROM DRUM POINT MD TO SMITH POINT VA

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TIDAL POTOMAC FROM KEY BRIDGE TO INDIAN HEAD MD

TIDAL POTOMAC FROM INDIAN HEAD TO COBB ISLAND MD

TIDAL POTOMAC FROM COBB ISLAND MD TO SMITH POINT VA

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PATAPSCO RIVER INCLUDING BALTIMORE HARBOR

CHESTER RIVER TO QUEENSTOWN MD

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EASTERN BAY

CHOPTANK RIVER TO CAMBRIDGE MD AND THE LITTLE CHOPTANK RIVER

PATUXENT RIVER TO BROOMES ISLAND MD

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TANGIER SOUND AND THE INLAND WATERS SURROUNDING BLOODSWORTH
ISLAND

CHESAPEAKE BAY FROM SMITH POINT TO WINDMILL POINT VA

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RAPPAHANNOCK RIVER FROM URBANNA TO WINDMILL POINT

DELAWARE COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE

KENT                 NEW CASTLE          SUSSEX

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PENNSYLVANIA COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE

ADAMS                BERKS               BRADFORD
BUCKS                CARBON              CHESTER
COLUMBIA             CUMBERLAND          DAUPHIN
DELAWARE             JUNIATA             LACKAWANNA
LANCASTER            LEBANON             LEHIGH
LUZERNE              LYCOMING            MONROE
MONTGOMERY           MONTOUR             NORTHAMPTON
NORTHUMBERLAND       PERRY               PHILADELPHIA
PIKE                 SCHUYLKILL          SNYDER
SULLIVAN             SUSQUEHANNA         UNION
WAYNE                WYOMING             YORK

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645AM UPDATE

Tornado Warnings for all parts of DMV have expired. Flash Flood Warnings have been issued for parts of D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.

The National Weather Service in Sterling Virginia has issued a

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* Flash Flood Warning for…
 Northwestern District of Columbia…
 South Central Montgomery County in central Maryland…
 Arlington County in northern Virginia…
 Northeastern Fairfax County in northern Virginia…
 The Western City of Alexandria in northern Virginia…
 The City of Falls Church in northern Virginia…

* Until 945 AM EDT.

* At 637 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing
 heavy rain across the warned area. Between 0.5 and 1 inch of rain
 has fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 3 to 5 inches in 1 hour.
 Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are possible in the
 warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin
 shortly.

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 HAZARD…Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.

 SOURCE…Radar.

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 IMPACT…Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban
          areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as
          other poor drainage and low-lying areas.

* Some locations that will experience flash flooding include…
 Arlington…                       Alexandria…
 Bethesda…                        Annandale…
 Springfield…                     Vienna…
 Groveton…                        Falls Church…
 Mantua…                          Fort Belvoir…
 Pimmit Hills…                    Mclean…
 American Legion Bridge…          Rosslyn…
 Potomac…                         Burke…
 Oakton…                          Lincolnia…
 Tysons Corner…                   Franconia…

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

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Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.

Move to higher ground now. Act quickly to protect your life.

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640AM UPDATE

The National Weather Service has issued Tornado Warnings for parts of Maryland and Virginia as the remnants of Debby hit the Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia regions with heavy rains, flash flooding and damaging winds. 

A TORNADO WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 645 AM EDT FOR EAST
CENTRAL FAIRFAX  AND THE SOUTHWESTERN CITY OF ALEXANDRIA…

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At 639 AM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over I395 and I495 Interchange, or over Springfield,
moving north at 55 mph.

HAZARD…Tornado.

SOURCE…Radar indicated rotation.

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IMPACT…For those in the direct path of a tornado touchdown, flying
        debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter.
        Damage to roofs, siding, and windows may occur. Mobile
        homes may be damaged or destroyed. Tree damage is likely.

This dangerous storm will be near…
 Annandale around 645 AM EDT.

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Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include North
Springfield, Hayfield, and West Springfield.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.

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630AM UPDATE

VIRGINIA TORNADO WARNING

The National Weather Service in Sterling Virginia has issued a Tornado Warning for…
 Southern Arlington County in northern Virginia…
 Southeastern Fairfax County in northern Virginia…
 East central Prince William County in northern Virginia…
 The southwestern City of Alexandria in northern Virginia…

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* Until 645 AM EDT.

* At 622 AM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
 was located near Woodbridge, moving north at 55 mph.

 HAZARD…Tornado.

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 SOURCE…Radar indicated rotation.

 IMPACT…For those in the direct path of a tornado touchdown,
          flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
          shelter. Damage to roofs, siding, and windows may occur.
          Mobile homes may be damaged or destroyed. Tree damage is
          likely.

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* This dangerous storm will be near…
 Springfield, Groveton, Fort Belvoir, Woodbridge, Burke, Lorton,
 Franconia, Hybla Valley, and Newington around 625 AM EDT.
 Alexandria, Annandale, Huntington, Lincolnia, and I395 and I495
 Interchange around 630 AM EDT.
 Mantua around 635 AM EDT.

Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include
Hayfield, North Springfield, Mount Vernon, West Springfield,
Ravensworth, Mason Neck, and Potomac Heights.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

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TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.

MARYLAND TORNADO WARNING

…A TORNADO WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 630 AM EDT FOR
NORTHWESTERN CHARLES COUNTY…

At 622 AM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Woodbridge, moving north at 45 mph.

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HAZARD…Tornado.

SOURCE…Radar indicated rotation.

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IMPACT…For those in the direct path of a tornado touchdown, flying
        debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter.
        Damage to roofs, siding, and windows may occur. Mobile
        homes may be damaged or destroyed. Tree damage is likely.

Locations impacted include…
Bryans Road, Potomac Heights, Marbury, and Rison.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

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TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.

If a tornado or other severe weather is spotted, report it to the
National Weather Service or your local nearest law enforcement agency
who will send your report. This act may save lives of others in the
path of dangerous weather.

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6AM UPDATE

A TORNADO WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 615 AM EDT FOR WEST

CENTRAL CHARLES COUNTY…

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At 602 AM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado

was located over Fairview Beach, moving north at 40 mph.

HAZARD…Tornado.

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SOURCE…Radar indicated rotation.

IMPACT…For those in the direct path of a tornado touchdown, flying

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         debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter.

         Damage to roofs, siding, and windows may occur. Mobile

         homes may be damaged or destroyed. Tree damage is likely.

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This tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of

west central Charles County, including the following locations…

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Nanjemoy.

Debby’s remnants hit DC live updates: Tornado Warning remains in effect 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

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TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest

floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a

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mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter

and protect yourself from flying debris.

Tornadoes are extremely difficult to see and confirm at night. Do not

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Death of Virginia resident linked to Boar’s Head Listeria outbreak, CDC says

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced Thursday that someone has died in Virginia due to a listeria food poisoning outbreak linked to Boar’s Head deli meats. 

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According to the CDC update, the outbreak has now claimed three lives. 

The most recent victim, an adult aged 65 or older, was from Virginia’s Eastern Health Region, which includes Virginia Beach and Norfolk. The Virginia Department of Health has not released further details about the individual.

Dr. Amesh Adalja of the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security emphasized the seriousness of the situation. 

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“It’s not surprising. This is a widespread outbreak, and it involves a very commonly consumed food product,” Dr. Adalja told FOX 5. “When you think about listeria, it’s important to remember that it is the most deadly of the foodborne infections that we know.”

Dr. Adalja stressed the importance of taking this outbreak seriously and warned that more illnesses are likely in the coming weeks. “People might have contaminated deli meats in their fridge, and they might be making sandwiches with them today,” he added.

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The CDC reports that a total of 43 people have been affected by the outbreak. 

Boar’s Head sent FOX 5 a statement Thursday saying, “Food safety is our top priority, and we express our deepest sympathies for the affected families. As soon as we learned that our liverwurst was linked to the outbreak, we voluntarily expanded our recall, as a precautionary measure, to include all other products made at the same facility. We are conducting a full review of processes and procedures to ensure we consistently meet the highest standards of safety and quality.”



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Dana Holgorsen Doesn’t Regret Leaving West Virginia: ‘I Had Reasons’

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Dana Holgorsen Doesn’t Regret Leaving West Virginia: ‘I Had Reasons’


Dana Holgorsen didn’t last very long as the head coach at the University of Houston, getting fired just five years after taking the job. The Cougars won just four games in their inaugural season in the Big 12 Conference, one of which came against West Virginia, as you know, on the Hail Mary as time expired.

Holgorsen took the offseason to vet through his options before finally landing a consulting gig for Sonny Dykes at TCU. He will consume film of opponents during the season and give some tips and advice throughout the week to the assistants and coordinators as they prepare their gameplan. He will not have a role on gamedays.

Thursday morning, Holgorsen spoke with the media at TCU about taking the job, his time at Houston, and other things. He was asked about going from a Power Four school to a Group of Five school, the reasoning behind it, and why he left West Virginia.

“What’s funny is I did it twice. In this profession, you’ve got to take some gambles. When Sonny (Dykes) and I were at (Texas) Tech, we were there together for six years and he had to leave to advance his career. He left to go to Arizona to advance his career. I stayed for two more years and then I had to leave to go to Houston. Kevin Sumlin just got the Houston job and offered me the OC job and I took a pay cut for the same reason Sonny when to Arizona. We were co-coordinators at Tech, but we all know that we weren’t calling the plays. That belonged to Mr. Mike Leach. You had to get away to grow. I did that and two years later I’m at Oklahoma State and three years later I’m at West Virginia, so the gamble paid off. I did it again six years ago when I was at West Virginia in the Big 12 and left to go to Houston. I had reasons why I did that. I had been at West Virginia for eight years and was very successful. But there was a couple of things that I was concerned about that made me do that. I do not regret that. You look at what happened at Houston. I mean, we were 4-8 in the first year in the Big 12 I guess that’s not good enough. But a couple years prior to that in the American, which is why I went there, we won 20 games in two years. We had some success and I don’t regret that either.”

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Holgorsen went 61-41 during his eight years at WVU and had two 10-win seasons.

What could those reasons have been? Well, it could be a number of things, but he has stated before that he didn’t feel West Virginia was in a spot to be able to compete in the Big 12 on a regular basis because of its recruiting base. It could have also been the pressure building around his job security following a late season collapse in 2018 with what was believed to be his best all-around team. He probably looked at the roster and knew that it was going to be an uphill battle in 2019 which would put him in danger of losing his job. Plus, Houston is a place he’s always loved and when the opportunity opened up, he felt like he could have more success there with a state rich with high school talent.

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