Avaionia Smith Joins KMVT 11 as Chief Meteorologist

The former KCEN and WTOK meteorologist takes on new role in Twin Falls, Idaho

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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Avaionia Smith, a meteorologist with experience at TV stations in Waco, Texas and Meridian, Mississippi, has joined KMVT 11 in Twin Falls, Idaho as the station's new chief meteorologist. Smith left her previous position at KCEN in Waco in May 2025 and has now taken on the chief meteorologist role at KMVT.

Why it matters

Smith's move to KMVT 11 in Twin Falls represents a career advancement, as she takes on the lead meteorologist position at the station. Her prior experience at TV stations in Texas and Mississippi has prepared her for this new role in Idaho, where she will be responsible for delivering weather forecasts and coverage to viewers in the Twin Falls area.

The details

Avaionia Smith previously worked as a meteorologist at KCEN in Waco, Texas, joining the station in May 2024 after a stint at WTOK in Meridian, Mississippi. At WTOK, she served as the meteorologist for the "Good Morning Meridian" program, starting in May 2022 after graduating from Jackson State University.

  • Smith left her position at KCEN in Waco in May 2025.
  • Smith joined WTOK in Meridian, Mississippi in May 2022 after graduating from Jackson State University.
  • Smith joined KCEN in Waco, Texas in May 2024.

The players

Avaionia Smith

A meteorologist who has joined KMVT 11 in Twin Falls, Idaho as the station's new chief meteorologist.

KCEN

A TV station in Waco, Texas where Smith previously worked as a meteorologist.

WTOK

A TV station in Meridian, Mississippi where Smith previously worked as a meteorologist.

Jackson State University

The university where Smith graduated before beginning her meteorology career.

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The takeaway

Avaionia Smith's move to KMVT 11 in Twin Falls represents an important career milestone, as she takes on the lead meteorologist role at the station. Her prior experience at TV stations in Texas and Mississippi has prepared her well for this new position, where she will be responsible for delivering weather forecasts and coverage to viewers in the Twin Falls area.