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.

The long-vacant Haynes Tower building at A-B Tech's Enka campus is slated to be demolished now that Buncombe County commissioners have approved a contract with D.H. Griffin.
Local
7 hours ago
WNC schools help state save millions through energy efficiency

Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College and Western Carolina University recognized for significant utility reductions

Local
7 hours ago
Give the gift of baseball: Asheville Tourists launch holiday bundle

Supplies are limited for the team’s new holiday package, combining tickets and branded gear

Food & Drink
1 day ago
Buncombe County SNAP update: Funding back, food drive surges

Asheville area residents donate more than 7,000 meals collected for those impacted by delays

Local
2 days ago
828 Scoreboard: This week’s high school football results

Find out how your favorite Asheville area teams fared

FILE - A U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer is seen on March 16, 2025, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)
Crime & Safety
2 days ago
Asheville officials warn of possible ICE deployment

Mayor Manheimer and local officials urge calm, stress civil rights and public safety as community prepares

Local
2 days ago
Smoke spreads across WNC from brush fire, Pisgah burn

Smoke visible from North Canton to Brevard as crews respond to brush fire and planned 1,200-acre burn

Crime & Safety
2 days ago
One dead in West Asheville; road closed for investigation

One person found dead on Oak Terrace Road; authorities ask drivers to use alternate routes while investigation continues

Local
2 days ago
Crash blocks lane on I-26 near New Stock Road

Right lane closed, traffic delays expected until noon in the Weaverville and Woodfin areas

Local
2 days ago
Traffic Alert: US 70 closed in Swannanoa between Park Street and Whitson Avenue

Drivers advised to use alternate routes until reopening

Local
2 days ago
Weaver Boulevard closed at North Main Street this weekend

NCDOT sets detours for Weaverville drivers; local authorities advise slower speeds

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