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.

Business
5 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
6 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
6 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
6 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
6 months ago
Man charged with attempted murder after domestic violence call

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

Local
6 months ago
Bee Rock Creek Fire grows to 300 acres

As of Wednesday evening, the fire had burned about 300 acres with 0 percent containment.

Local
6 months ago
Wildfires burning in McDowell, Madison counties

Emergency personnel are on the scene of a wildfire on Armstrong Creek Road off N.C. 226 A in Turkey Cove.

A customer opens the door of a Washington state Dept. of Licensing office in Lacey, Wash., Friday, June 22, 2018 next to a sign providing information about the requirements of Real ID. Some Washington licenses and identification cards will soon be marked with the words "federal limits apply" as the state moves to comply with a federal law that increased rules for identification needed at airports and federal facilities. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)
Local
6 months ago
Are you Real ID ready? Here’s what you need to know

Don’t have your Real ID? There are other acceptable forms of identification travelers may use

Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump delivers remarks on the damage and federal response to Hurricane Helene, Monday, Oct. 21, 2024, in Swannanoa, N.C. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)
Health & Wellness
6 months ago
‘Not warranted,’ FEMA stops paying 100% for Helene recovery

Congressman Chuck Edwards said he was focusing on other ways to help WNC residents recover

Local
6 months ago
Wreck snarls traffic on New Leicester Highway

A second wreck in a matter of days closed New Leicester Highway on Friday

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