An aspiring writer and radio producer out of Lubbock, Texas. Jacob graduated from South Plains College in 2014 with an AAS degree in Sound Technology and is set to graduate in 2019 with a Bachelor's in Media Communications from Full Sail University in Florida. Jacob anchors KFYO News on weekday mornings and contributes to KFYO.com.
Jacob Estrada
Lubbock Chapter of March of Dimes Hosts Annual Fundraiser
The March of Dimes walk is free and open to the public as long as participants register at 10 a.m. before the walk begins on Saturday, April 27th.
Demolition Nears for Historic Lubbock Municipal Coliseum
In May of 2018, Texas Tech University released plans to demolish the Coliseum for around $3.5 million dollars. Demolition will begin soon and last until August.
LPD Invites Public to Attend the Police Academy Graduation and Award Ceremony
The ceremony will introduce a new class of 10 police officers to the Lubbock Police Department and recognize current officers for their dedication and service.
Lubbock Fire Marshal’s Office Investigates Apartment Fire
The former Eagle Pointe Townhomes apartment building was up in flames when firefighters arrived just after midnight on Tuesday.
Registration Opens For Willie McCool Memorial Half Marathon
West Texas Endurance will host the marathon on May 4th. It'll feature a 5K and a 10K race that both begin at the Silent Wings Museum.
Tim Siegel Releases Book On His Son’s Tragic Accident
Former Red Raider Tennis Coach Tim Siegel has announced on Twitter that he’s written a book about his son's tragic accident and how his family has persevered.
Police Respond to an Alleged Stabbing in East Lubbock
Just after 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, police were called to the 2400 block of East 30th Street and found a man nearby with serious injuries.
The USDA Increases Borrowing Limits for Certain Loan Programs
The 2018 Farm Bill has increased the amount that producers can borrow through Direct and Guaranteed Operating Loans, and Farm Ownership Loans.
Lubbock Code Enforcement Department Deploying to Slaton Bean
Code inspectors will be in the area from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday to look for local ordinance violations like junked vehicles and overgrown weeds.
Lubbock Police Arrest Suspect in Fatal Nightclub Shooting
Twenty-eight-year-old Kirvyn Alexander was reportedly shot and killed Sunday morning at the Hitching Post Club in Lubbock.
Racer Classic Car Wash Offers Free Car Washes For a Day
To celebrate their brand-new location on Milwaukee Avenue and 67th Street, Racer Classic Car Wash is offering free car washes at that location all day on Friday, April 5th.
Lubbock Man Sentenced to Decades in Prison for Aggravated Robbery
In November of 2016, 43-year-old Clinton Scott Townsend held a cashier at gunpoint at a local EZ Mart. Thursday, a judge sentenced Townsend to 33 years in prison.