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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
2 years ago
Bitter cold overnight and to begin the weekend

Bundle up or stay in — it’s going to be freezing out tonight and tomorrow.

Lifestyle
2 years ago
A Swannanoa Solstice returns to Wortham Center

A Swannanoa Solstice has ushered in the holidays with local folk music and traditions for the last 22 years in performances filled with wholesome holiday cheer.

Metro frozen pipes
Local
2 years ago
Tips to keep water pipes safe in winter

Frozen pipes can be a major issue, especially during colder months, as they can burst and cause significant damage.

Housing
2 years ago
Hundreds of structures destroyed in storm, officials say

Of the 2,100 damage assessment inspections completed by county staff, 314 structures are considered destroyed.

Local
2 years ago
Area under a burn ban and wind advisory

It’s cold and windy, and officials have banned open burning.

Local
2 years ago
Mapping Helene’s more than 2,000 landslides

Of the 103 storm-related deaths confirmed in North Carolina by the Office of Chief Medical Examiner, 23 were listed as being caused by landslides.

school bus weather closures
Education
2 years ago
Potential for black ice prompts school closures

Some school districts in the area are opting for a remote learning day on Wednesday

Local
2 years ago
Commission recap: Swearing in, bond review, DOJ funding

The Buncombe County Board of Commissioners has a new chair and vice chair.

Housing
2 years ago
Property owners can get help applying for Hazard Mitigation Grant

The State Hazard Mitigation Team will be in Henderson County to help homeowners complete their Hazard Mitigation Grant Program applications.

Local
2 years ago
Weather conditions hamper local businesses, schools, services

Snow and ice created dangerous road conditions Tuesday morning