Parella Lewis joined Arkansas's first dual weather team in June, 2001. She first caught the broadcast bug by becoming a talk-show host for a radio station, where she moved on to become the news director. Parella then took the next logical step in her broadcast career by becoming the 5, 6, and 10 weather anchor for Lafayette, Louisiana's ABC affiliate. She is a graduate of the University of Louisiana.

Parella enjoys giving KARK viewers information that really affects them; not only what the weather will be like, but what impact it will have on them. For example, she spent an entire mid-July newscast inside a vehicle to demonstrate just how hot the car would get for someone left inside. She understands that giving a fast, accurate forecast can be crucial to the safety of our viewers, and she strives to do just that.

As a child, Parella traveled the globe with her family, who are heavily involved in international missions. As a result, she was exposed to a variety of weather conditions from around the world. In addition to her international travels with her family, she also loves getting involved in her community. She has volunteered for various law enforcement agencies, and one of her special interests is giving troubled teens a second chance.

When not at work, Parella enjoys music and spending time in the great Arkansas outdoors. She is a member of the Central Arkansas chapter of the American Meteorological Society.