KRGV’s Chief Meteorologist Tim Smith has been named the 2026 National Weatherperson of the Year by the Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH). The announcement took place during a surprise “breaking news” segment onair earlier in the month, immediately following his first forecast of the evening.“This is a huge honor for the whole Valley,” Smith said, as colleagues and family members surprised him on set with balloons and trophies. “It has my name on there, but this is about everyone who voted. This belongs to you.”To win, Smith had to beat out four other national finalists in a public vote ...