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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
1 year ago
Public meeting set for Yancey County bridge replacements

The NCDOT will host a public meeting June 11 to discuss plans to replace three Yancey County bridges damaged by Tropical Storm Helene.

Local
1 year ago
Cold front brings storms Tuesday, drier air arrives Wednesday

A cold front moving across the region Tuesday is expected to trigger scattered showers and thunderstorms

Business
1 year ago
Smelling something funky? Your HVAC might be the culprit

Gentry Service Group provides heating, furnace and AC repairs on all kinds of equipment in residential and commercial HVAC settings.

Local
1 year ago
Chimney Rock to reopen with limited capacity, reservation system

Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park is set to reopen to the public after a nine-month closure because of damage from Tropical Storm Helene.

Local
1 year ago
Helene-damaged parks to reopen slowly, full repairs years away

The city of Asheville is taking a phased approach to reopening parks and public spaces damaged by Tropical Storm Helene

Local
1 year ago
Temporary closures ahead as DuPont Forest trail gets fixes

Crews are set to begin making improvements to Reasonover Creek Trail at DuPont State Recreational Forest to support increased use and protect the environment.

Local
1 year ago
Scattered storms possible tonight, calmer weather midweek

Some of the storms may become strong to severe, with damaging wind gusts being the primary threat.

Local
1 year ago
Severe storms threaten Western North Carolina

A line of strong to severe thunderstorms is expected to sweep across parts the area tonight.

Local
1 year ago
Old Fort mayor addresses town’s water, sewer problems

Old Fort Mayor Pam Snypes has issued a public letter addressing persistent water and sewer issues plaguing the town.

Local
1 year ago
Section of I-26 near Green River bridge to be closed

A short section of Interstate 26 East near the Green River bridge will be closed beginning Sunday night, June 8.