According to, friends call him "Stormy" because outdoor conditions are often at their worst when he fills in at the weather desk. He is a member of the American Meteorological Society and holds the AMS Seal of Approval for Television and the AMS Seal of Approval for Radio. Siltzer completed the Broadcast Meteorology Program at Mississippi State University. He did great work and got through everything with a smile and a pleasant demeanor. "Jay overcame numerous obstacles and always kept moving forward with positive energy. "He's one of the toughest guys I know," said former WLOS sports anchor Stan Pamfilis. He is a regular contributor to the segment called Carolina Kitchen. Thank you," he said.įor the past several years, Siltzer has co-anchored News 13 This Morning and also News 13 at Noon. I trust I'll see you around right here in the mountains. I hope you will be as gracious to my successor as you have been to me.
This fall he said he'll begin teaching history and doing some PR work. I love this station and my co-workers, but I need some sleep and a normal schedule."
the past 18 years has taken its toll on me physically. He continued by saying his announcement begs the question of why he is retiring. More importantly, I appreciate your kindness during the best and worst times of my life, especially during the death of my wife, followed by the passing of my son." It has been a privilege I have never taken lightly. for welcoming me into your homes and workplaces first as a reporter, then as a meteorologist and finally as a news anchor. "I'm retiring from WLOS at the end of this month," he said in the May 2 morning broadcast that was titled "Jay's Special Announcement." "Thank you. This year was his 24th year at WLOS and his 30th year in the news business. Siltzer, who lives in Hendersonville, joined WLOS in 1999. Longtime news anchor and former meteorologist Jay Siltzer announced his retirement from WLOS on the morning broadcast of May 2.
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