Mark Austin, Mike Osterhage, Ursula Pari, David Sears, Marilyn Moritz, and Jessie Degollado will retire from KSAT12 on July 1, 2024. (KSAT)
Admired, trusted, and dedicated; the careers of Mark Austin, Mike Osterhage, Ursula Pari, David Sears, Jessie Degollado, and Marilyn Moritz have profoundly impacted San Antonio and South Texas for generations. This decision marks the conclusion of historic careers that left an indelible mark on the industry.Moritz‘s retirement will be effective on June 26 while the others will retire on July 1, 2024.
Celebrating Combined Experience at KSAT12
With a combined 180 years in local journalism at KSAT12, these professionals have made significant contributions by telling the stories of South Texans. Their careers have been beacons of credibility and professionalism, delivering breaking news and vital weather forecasts directly impacting viewers every day.
Ursula Pari’s Dedication to Journalism
Ursula Pari, with a career spanning over thirty years, has earned the trust of thousands who welcome her into their homes every weekday evening. Pari expressed her gratitude: It’s been a privilege to be welcomed into homes across South Texas for 28 years, and I am grateful every single day that KSAT12 gave me the chance to join this vibrant and diverse community
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Jessie Degollado’s Impact on Hispanic Journalism
Jessie Degollado, whose illustrious career began in 1984 at KSAT12, has been instrumental in championing Hispanic journalists. Her pride in her work is evident: Saying goodbye to my KSAT12 family of 40 years will be difficult, no doubt. Yet I am so proud of the work I’ve done covering stories that mattered to our viewers
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David Sears: From Intern to Anchor
A native San Antonian, David Sears‘s more than 40-year career saw him evolve from an intern to wearing many hats within the newsroom. Reflecting on his journey, Sears shared: I walked into KSAT12 as an intern in 1982. I was hired as a part-time sports producer in 1984 by then-news director Jim Boyle, then went full time, then started my on-air dream in 1989. I cannot thank the viewers enough for allowing me into their homes and their daily lives.
Mark Austin: The Morning Co-anchor
Mark Austin, co-anchor of Good Morning San Antonio for 25 years, quickly became a leader in the newsroom with his work ethic and vibrant personality. Celebrating his unique career path Austin said: I wasn’t always a morning person but, somehow, I’ve made a career out of being one… KSAT12 and San Antonio will always be home for me
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The Weather Authority: Mike Osterhage
Mike Osterhage, as Good Morning San Antonio meteorologist and SA Live co-host has been an engaging presence for about three decades. His perspective on retirement shows appreciations for his career at KSAT: I’ve been in TV news for 38 years… 29 of those at KSAT. That’s unheard of at most stations…
The Investigative Insights of Marilyn Moritz
Marilyn Moritz’s tenure as a general assignments reporter, anchor, investigative reporter, and most recently consumer reporter has touched many lives. Her sentiment reflects a fulfilling career: I walked in the door of KSAT one afternoon in 1985 and was reporting live three hours later… I’m always touched when people stop me in the grocery store to say that something I did helped them.
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