Katalina Bell is saying goodbye to KTAB 32 Abilene, with her final day at the Nexstar station set for July 1, 2026.
Here is what Bell posted online about her KTAB departure:
"After two amazing years, my time at KTAB is coming to an end. July 1st will be my final day on air.
When I moved to the Big Country, I never imagined how much this community would come to mean to me. From covering severe weather and sharing forecasts to visiting schools, hosting a podcast, and connecting with so many of you along the way, these past two years have been filled with memories I will always cherish.
Thank you for trusting me, supporting me, and allowing me to be a small part of your lives the last 2 years. It has truly been an honor to serve this incredible community.
As for what’s next, I promise that announcement is coming soon.
For now, I just want to say thank you. The Big Country will always have a special place in my heart."
Bell joined KTAB (and KRBC) as a meteorologist in July 2024 after graduating from Texas A&M University with a Bachelor of Science in Meteorology. During her two years forecasting weather in West Texas, she delivered daily forecasts and covered changing weather conditions for viewers across the Big Country.
"Back in the summer of 2024, Kat and I started our journeys in the Big Country together as weekend meteorologists for KRBC and KTAB. What started as two young meteorologists learning the ropes quickly turned into a great friendship and partnership," Meteorologist Carter Vandrasik added. "Over the years, we visited schools all across the Big Country, met hundreds of students, covered everything from severe weather to winter storms, and even started the Carter & Kat’s Weather Chat podcast. Some of my favorite memories at the station involve those school visits, community events, and the countless weather conversations we shared."
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Originally from Bulverde, just outside San Antonio, Bell developed her passion for weather while studying at Texas A&M. While in College Station, she was active in TAMSCAMS, a student-run organization within the Department of Atmospheric Sciences.
Bell also gained hands-on research experience as an undergraduate research assistant under Dr. Timothy Logan, studying lightning sprites and aerosols associated with tropical cyclones. Her work included participation in a rapid response research team focused on collecting data during developing weather events to support meteorological and disaster preparedness research.
In addition to research, Bell worked as a student meteorologist delivering forecasts across television and radio platforms.
No word yet on Bell’s next career move following her departure from KTAB.
