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Second source confirms new KIRO weather hire




KIRO insider confirms my previous post that Robert Van Winkle will join the station as the third meteorologist, working weekends.  His official start date is Monday, so take a peek next weekend.    Doubt he will do any reporting, but who knows.   If you don't like him, please DO NOT 'RIP' VAN WINKLE.

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  1. Mike BarerAugust 17, 2025 at 6:29 AM

    Wish him the best!

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  2. AnonymousAugust 17, 2025 at 7:44 AM

    Good to see KIRO hiring a pro.

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  3. IDC9August 17, 2025 at 8:15 PM

    Excellent move by KIRO! Long overdue!

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  4. Rhett WorkmanAugust 18, 2025 at 7:00 AM

    Found this news article with more on Mr. Van Winkle: https://www.naplesnews.com/story/news/local/2022/07/22/robert-van-winkle-swfls-sunniest-weatherman-now-symphony-ambassador/10125765002/

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  5. AnonymousAugust 19, 2025 at 4:53 PM

    Wasn't Robert Van Winkle Vanilla Ice's Real Name

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  6. AnonymousAugust 23, 2025 at 4:22 PM

    Doesn’t look like Vanilla Ice

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  7. AnonymousAugust 24, 2025 at 12:09 AM

    Welcome to KIRO and the great northwest!
    Kirkland resident

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