30 YEARS AT ABC-15! 30 years ago today, I moved to Myrtle Beach and became the chief meteorologist at ABC-15. I didn't give 30 years much thought until I chatted with Dad. He said, "Son, do you realize you've been at your station now for as long as I was in the Marine Corps?" That shocked me because my entire childhood through college was always associated with the military. Dad's career was long and illustrious and seemed like a lifetime. It's hard for me to fathom I've been doing this gig for that long. It's been an amazing journey! There are many meteorologists better than me, but very few work as hard as I do. When the weather is potentially dangerous, I don't mind working 24/7 to see our community through a storm. The goal is to always give you the best weather information possible. I've always taken pride in being the voice of reason...a no-nonsense meteorologist providing honest and useful information so you can make decisions that protect you and your family. In the community, I average roughly 200 appearances a year at schools, civic groups, churches, festivals and other events. I believe one of God's spiritual gifts to me is a servant's heart. When I put others first, it brings me great joy and hopefully, makes someone else's life a little better. I simply try to live this from Philippians 2:3 “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves.” The most important person in my broadcast career has been my boss and friend, Victoria Spechko. She started at ABC-15 as a reporter and now leads our entire new team as news director. For 30 years she has been a rock in my life through many good times and even some bad times. I know I can always count on her to have my back and the backs of her staff. Thanks, Vic! You'll never know how truly grateful I am for your guidance and friendship. ABC-15 has always been a special and wonderful place to work and it's because of the family atmosphere. I adore my coworkers, past and present. They have enriched my life immensely and I'll forever be grateful for each of them. Finally, the most important "Thank you" is for you, my viewers and my social media followers. We're taught our entire lives not to worry about what other people think, but in this business, what YOU think ultimately determines my success. I consider it an honor and privilege to serve you and I hope I have done that well. THANK YOU for the amazing life and career you have given me and my family. I can only pray I have managed to return a small part of the blessings you have bestowed upon me! This is home and where I want to be for the duration of my career. As you can see from the posted photos, my clothes and hairstyle have changed dramatically and I have certainly aged, but my passion for the weather, this community and the people haven't waned a bit. To all of you, my heartfelt thanks for your support for three decades!
@EdPiotrowski I remember when that young man on the left walked in the door 😊 I knew within minutes that you were a good man and within a few short days that you would be a gem at @wpdeabc15 You are amazing- as forecaster, community servant, and man! I am lucky to have crossed paths with you!
@EdPiotrowski Congrats my friend !! You’re the best !
@EdPiotrowski You are beloved by this community and very trusted.
@EdPiotrowski You’ll always be a legend in these parts, Ed! Thank you. And congrats!
@EdPiotrowski Congratulations @EdPiotrowski … 30 big ones… that’s huge! You are now officially an institution! 🍾🍾🎉🎉
@EdPiotrowski Huge Ed!! Nicely done my man. Myrtle Beach has been lucky to have you for so many years keeping everyone ahead of the weather and safe
@EdPiotrowski I remember seeing you in a parade and yelling you da man! And you laughed! And now you are- everyone listens to Ed!