Julie Castaneda
PRODUCER
Lubbock, TX
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Julie was born and raised in the Lubbock area, Graduating high school in Shallowater.
She then went to South Plains College in Levelland where she got her Associate of Arts in Radio, TV, and Film.
She graduated from Texas Tech University in May of 2016 with her Bachelor's Degree in Broadcast Journalism.
She joined KCBD in August 2018 until 2021 and she recently returned to KCBD in October 2022.
Julie has a daughter, Lanna.
She likes to help out in the community and currently serves as the Treasurer for the Shallowater High School Band Booster Board.
She also enjoys listening to local live music and reading.
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This Saturday, May 6th, thousands of young entrepreneurs will be lining the streets of Lubbock, setting up their lemonade stands and working to make their very own money.
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Workforce Solutions South Plains Job Fair, April 11
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This week, WesTex Federal Credit Union surprised a Lubbock mother who was nominated for her selfless love and acts as a caretaker for a family member.
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One pedestrian has been killed and another seriously injured after being stuck by a vehicle on FM 2641 and University on Saturday morning.
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A new movie hitting the silver screens has a few West Texas ties, it’s called “Destination Marfa.’ According to marfamysterymovie.com, ‘Destination Marfa’ follows four lifelong friends who decide to veer off the road and venture into a small West Texas town known as Marfa, where they encounter mysterious lights as the line between reality and fantasy becomes increasingly blurred. It stars Tony Todd and Stelio Savante.
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A longtime teacher at Shallowater ISD was nominated this week for selflessly helping students, staff, and the community during the pandemic.
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A Lubbock fitness and wellness director and his son are celebrating after being on the cover of two fitness magazines together.
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If you’re driving out near Shallowater, you can’t miss the 28 acres of sunflowers. Hamilton Farms kicked off their ‘Sunflower Days’ Wednesday morning, showing off farm-fresh food items and educating the community about what they can get locally.
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After record rainfall last month, many parts of the city are overgrown with weeds.
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WesTex Federal Credit Union stopped by UMC Home Health And Hospice Office to give back to one special nurse.
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A little league coach in Lubbock just finished chemotherapy, but that’s the second crowning achievement for Jesus Martinez this week.
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for This Week’s Pay It Forward, WesTex Federal Credit Union Stopped by Lubbock ISD’s Mackenzie Middle School to surprise a teacher. Bekka Berryhill is an eighth-grade history teacher at Mackenzie Middle School. She was nominated by her sister. The principal of the middle school, John Martinez, also shared lots of good things about Berryhill.
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It’s not expected to be a drought buster, but Lubbock producers are grateful for every drop that hit the fields since Friday.
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For this Week’s Pay It Forward, Mrs. Shirley Webb was nominated for inspiring others and her giving heart. WesTex federal credit union was able to help surprise the former Lubbock high teacher during a fashion show.
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Wednesday, homebound residents in and around Lubbock had special visitors knocking on their doors. Law enforcement agents delivered for “Meals On Wheels” in observation of Peace Officer Memorial Day.Members of the Lubbock Police Department, the Lubbock County Sheriff’s Office, and State Troopers de
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On this week’s Pay it Forward, a few coaches with “Wreck Em U” basketball program was nominated to help with facility costs and more.
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The Roosevelt Volunteer Fire Department fought a large grass fire in the 4100 block of East 1st Street on Saturday afternoon.
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The Veterans of Foreign Wars Lubbock hosted a ceremony on Saturday for the family of a World War II veteran who went missing in action in 1941.
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Lubbock Fire Rescue was called to a structure fire at North Slide Road and Clovis Highway, near the city limits, on Saturday afternoon.
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This week, WesTex Federal Credit Union stopped by Garcia’s Mexican Restaurant to surprise a worker who was nominated for his kindness. Carolyn McGee nominated John for this week’s Pay It Forward.
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The Battle of the Stands is happening Saturday, Apr. 23. Lemonade stands that is. The West Texas Chapter of The Alzheimer’s Association is preparing for its first-ever Battle of the Stands.
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On this week’s Pay It Forward, WesTex Federal Credit Union stopped by Texas Tech University’s Student Health Services to surprise a worker that has been helping students for 30 years.Kim Sanders has been helping red raiders at TTU’s Student Health Services since 1991. She was nominated for this wee
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Students at Kingdom Prep Academy (KPA) packed 10,000 meals to be delivered to those in need in Haiti, as a part of their second annual ‘Feed the Need’ event.
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There’s a free breakfast for all first responders this weekend. Performance Motorcoaches and Boots and Badges Of South Plains teamed up to treat the first responders and nurses. Other Lubbock businesses are helping by donating food and money to the event.
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Starting Thursday, you can once again start getting tickets for expired vehicle tags. Governor Greg Abbott’s waiver on registrations will expire at midnight.
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It’s been more than a year since healthcare providers began their fight against the coronavirus pandemic. Frontline workers at University Medical Center Hospital are looking back on a battle they never expected to face.
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For this week’s pay it forward, WesTex Federal Credit Union received a nomination about a couple in ropes that are now helping others after a tragic event.
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it looks like your property taxes may go up later this year, without substantial cuts in the city and county rates.
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Mallory and Arnis Robbins, of Evie Mae's BBQ, thought they’d have a handful of businesses reach out, but in true Lubbock fashion, the response has been massive.
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When the news of beard’s departure broke Thursday morning, it didn’t take long for a frenzy of reaction to hit social media here in Lubbock and across the country.
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About three weeks ago, a dog and her four puppies were rescued by Sallie Morris, Owner of Morris Safe House. But what makes this rescue story unique is the lengths this mother went through to make sure her puppies survived the harsh winter storm.
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Thursday, at Lubbock’s monument of courage, 12 Medal Of Honor recipients were honored and remembered for their sacrifices.
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On Wednesday, United Supermarkets presented a check for $75,000 to Alström Angels for their Milestones Development & Play Park project.
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This week, WesTex Federal Credit Union went to Seminole Middle School to surprise a coach.
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The city of Lubbock needs your help. Wednesday morning, the City will release a survey on its website, taking suggestions about what you think the Downtown Civic Park should have or not have.
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Due to COVID-19 challenges and restrictions, this year Hospice of Lubbock moved the Mayors’ Beans & Cornbread Luncheon from inside the Civic Center, to a drive-thru in the YWCA parking lot off 66th and University.
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Superintendent Dr. Kathy Rollo said so far, the district is not changing anything regarding the upcoming spring graduation plans.
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This week, Frenship ISD’s Heritage Middle School hosted a special guest who helped teach the band students. Retired Army Band Director, Colonel Thomas Palmatier.
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On this Week’s Pay It Forward, A Lubbock ISD teacher was nominated for her positivity and compassion despite a hard year.
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March is brain injury awareness month, which is signified by a green ribbon or fabric. Here in Lubbock, March 3rd is Team Luke Hope For Minds Day. Tim Siegel is asking everyone to wear green on Wednesday, March 3.
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Lubbock Congressman Jodey Arrington, joining calls for overhauling the state’s power grid. He told KCBD Thursday, there are lessons to learn from last week’s storm. The Congressman shared his criticism for ERCOT and his praise for Lubbock’s response to COVID-19.
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A farm in Shallowater is expanding its opportunities for community events to promote business.
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This week, Westex Federal Credit Union stopped by Lubbock ISD’s Wolffarth Elementary School to surprise one of its teachers.
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Dogs have long been used to sniff out everything from drugs to bombs. Now some of our four-legged friends will be trained to help farmers.
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Small businesses in Lubbock are not exempt from these rolling outages due to the winter weather either.
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Plumbers across the South Plains are in high demand as pipes and lines freeze from the frigid temperatures.
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Some say the way to someone’s heart is through their stomach.
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As residents across the South Plains brace for the extreme cold weather, nonprofit organizations are gearing up, preparing to help those who don’t have a warm place to stay.
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On this week’s Pay It Forward, WesTex Federal Credit Union surprised a mother and daughter in Wolfforth after one of their friends nominated them. Kathleen Maples nominated Patricia sharp and her daughter, Alexis, for this week’s pay it forward after befriending them during the pandemic.
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If you did not know already know, the 55th Super Bowl is this weekend. Former Texas Tech Quarterback, and current Kansas City Chief quarterback Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at 5:30 Sunday evening. Grocery stores in the Hub City have been getting ready for the last few
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