Jacob joined the ABC13 family in April 2022 after spending two years in banking and project management. He graduated from Liberty University in May of 2019 with a degree in Digital Media Performance.

He has done sports reporting for LBX (formerly LFSN), play-by-play for Liberty men’s hockey, and hosted the morning GUAG (Get Up and Go) radio show for 90.9 “The Light.” He also was a weekend DJ at a roller rink back home in his native Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Jacob is an avid fan of the Pittsburgh Penguins hockey team. He loves playing hockey with friends and roller skating.

“It is truly incredible to be a part of this team and have the opportunity to speak directly to the people of Lynchburg every day," Jacob said. "I look forward to meeting people and making friends throughout the community. I have wanted to do this job for my entire life and getting this opportunity brings the biggest smile to my face.”

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