Rob Snyder is the News & Sports Operations Manager for News/Talk 95.1/790, KFYO and Talk 1340 KKAM in Lubbock, plus the Brand Manager for News/Talk 1470, KYYW in Abilene, ESPN 960 (KGKL) in San Angelo, and News/Talk 1290 in Wichita Falls. Snyder also contributes news & sports reports to TSN, the Texas State Network, which is heard on Talk 1340 & KFYO. In 2018, Snyder was named one of the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce's "Twenty Under 40". In addition, Snyder has previously served as the CBS Sports Radio and ESPN Radio stringer for Texas Tech Football & Men's Basketball games in Lubbock during the 2000s and 2010s. From 2016-2019, he was the co-host of the West Texas Friday Night Scoreboard Show which is broadcast across more than 45 stations during high school football season. And, from 2001-2004, Snyder was the Network Producer for Texas Tech Football & Red Raider Basketball broadcasts from the All Sports Radio Network. A native Texan, Snyder graduated from Klein High School in north suburban Houston. He attended Texas Tech University before joining KFYO & Talk 1340 KKAM in January 2001. You'll hear Snyder anchoring newscasts on KFYO & Talk 1340, and filling in on various talk shows. Have a question or comment? Send an e-mail to: robert.snyder@townsquaremedia.com
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Shallowater High School Hires Rodney Vincent as New Football Head Coach
Vincent coached in the Austin area before being hired by Shallowater ISD on Monday night. He will serve as the AD/Football Head Coach for Shallowater High School
GoFundMe Fundraiser Started for Lubbock Church Vandalized on Saturday
The St. Andrew Greek Orthodox Church was vandalized by unknown suspects over the weekend. There was extensive damage to the interior of the church.
Lubbock and West Texas Show Significant Improvement in Latest Drought Monitor Update
May's rains have changed the fortunes of Lubbock, and much of the South Plains, concerning ongoing drought conditions across the region
University Medical Center in Lubbock Responds to Concerns Voiced by Activist Group About Banner’s Message of Support
The Freedom From Religion Foundation criticized UMC in Lubbock for a banner hanging from a parking garage. UMC responded exclusively to KFYO News.
Sales Tax Allocations Show Most of Texas Economy Improving as COVID-19 Pandemic Ends
Amarillo was 11th, and Lubbock 12th, in the state Sales Tax Allocations for June 2021. Both cities also saw their Year-to-Date payments exceed $40 million
Midwestern State University Officially Added to Texas Tech University System
Effective September 1, MSU Texas will become the fifth institution that is a part of the Texas Tech University System. Chancellor Tedd L. Mitchell said MSU Texas is a "perfect cultural fit" for the Texas Tech System.
Texas Farmers and Ranchers May be Eligible for More Drought-Related Assistance from USDA
Specifically, related to ongoing drought conditions across most of Texas that have affected the ability for livestock to forage for food
Clifton Shaw Elected Mayor of Slaton in Runoff Election
Clifton "Clif" Shaw was elected the new mayor for Slaton. Slaton voters also tabbed Valarie Cubit to fill the unexpired term for Ward 4 on the city commission.
Texas Tech’s Wes Welker and Texas’ Colt McCoy on This Year’s Ballot for the Texas Sports Hall of Fame
Wes Welker and Colt McCoy are among the 20 athletes on this year's ballot for the Texas Sports Hall of Fame. Online voting starts July 1.
Frenship ISD’s Dr. Michelle McCord Named Texas PTA Superintendent of the Year
Dr. McCord is the Superintendent of Frenship ISD, located in Lubbock County. She has been with Frenship ISD since 2010 after previously working in Wichita Falls ISD, Iowa Park ISD and Allen ISD