STAUNTON, Va. -- Joseph White, known for finding unique ways to write about sports and other topics during an award-winning career at The Associated Press, has died at age 56.
White died Saturday, according to Jonathan Hines of the Coffman Funeral Home in Staunton, Virginia, where White was enjoying a second career as the owner of a grocery store and restaurant. Hines said the cause of death is unclear.
White's brother, Allan Moye, said his brother was found unresponsive on the floor of his home by roommates.
White had recently cut short a hike of the Appalachian Trail after breaking his wrist.