Dee Pridgen

828newsNOW News Editor Dee Pridgen thrives on making sense out of the chaos of a newsroom. She is a graduate of Troy University’s Hall School of Journalism and has more than 35 years’ experience as a reporter and editor.

Local
10 months ago
Wildfire burning north of Swannanoa

The North Carolina Wildfire Map shows the fire at 3 acres and 0 percent contained

Business
10 months ago
Ramp season at West Village Market

Nothing screams springtime more than ramps!

Local
10 months ago
DuPont announces temporary parking area closures

Several DuPont State Recreational Forest parking and access areas will be closed for maintenance.

Local
10 months ago
Recovery crews stay busy at Lake Lure

Crews are working to remove tons of sediment and debris that are clogging the once pristine mountain lake.

Local
10 months ago
Wildfire updates: Almost 4,000 acres scorched in 3 WNC blazes

Three wildfires burning across Western North Carolina have charred almost 4,000 acres in the last few days.

Business
10 months ago
Work remains, but some Chimney Rock shops could reopen by June

Many businesses did not have flood insurance because they were not in a flood zone

Local
10 months ago
Cause of 500-acre Bee Rock Creek Fire under investigation

McDowell County has issued evacuation orders on Wild Acre Road off NC 226A.

Business
10 months ago
Town is open even if lake is not, Lake Lure officials say

Places to stay, restaurants and several parks and trails are open.

Local
10 months ago
Garden guide: Revitalize your flower gardens on a budget

These strategies can help anyone save some cash and still end up with attractive gardens and more.

Crime & Safety
10 months ago
Man charged with attempted murder after domestic violence call

Deputies found two family members suffering from life-threatening stab wounds.