GREENSBORO, N.C. — For more than three decades, viewers across the Piedmont Triad have started their day the same way — checking the skies with a familiar, reassuring voice: Ed Matthews. Now, after more than 35 years at WFMY News 2, Matthews is preparing to retire this May, closing out a remarkable chapter in Triad television.
A career built on trust and connection
Since joining WFMY News 2 in August 1988, Matthews has become far more than a meteorologist. He’s been a constant, steady, trusted presence guiding families through snowstorms, hurricanes, tornadoes, and quiet Carolina mornings alike.
“I have been so blessed to have had such a wonderful and rewarding career,” Matthews said. “Words cannot express how great it has been to combine my love for animals and tracking the weather into a wonderful and fulfilling career. I give much credit to my fantastic viewers who have put their faith and trust in my daily forecasts. I thank you all for your support through the years!”
As he gets ready to step away, Matthews leaves behind a legacy built on reliability, warmth, and a genuine connection to the community he has served for generations.
But his impact goes far beyond longevity. It’s rooted in the responsibility of guiding viewers through dangerous, often life-threatening moments — delivering critical information when it matters most.
When severe weather became personal
That responsibility became deeply personal during the historic April 2011 tornado outbreak. As a deadly storm tore through Sanford — his hometown — Matthews tracked it live on air, knowing it was headed straight toward his own family. His mother’s home was severely damaged, and tragically, his cousin lost his life…