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
It has begun: 6 planets align, 7th to join the parade soon

Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune – are visible now. In late February, they will be joined by Mercury.

Health & Wellness
10 months ago
Flu causes visitor restrictions at Asheville area hospitals

Visitor restrictions will remain in place until reported flu-like activity decreases.

Health & Wellness
10 months ago
Senior Living Series: Tips to help combat the winter blues

The best way to maintain a positive attitude is to start with the basics, said Kimberly Bailey, a Life Plan Community Nurse with Givens Home First

Local
10 months ago
NC among 22 states suing to stop Trump’s order blocking birthright citizenship

North Carolina’s Jeff Jackson is among attorneys general from 22 states suing to block President Donald Trump’s move to end birthright citizenship

Business
10 months ago
West Village Market stocked with all your Veganuary needs

Whether you’ve committed to taking more steps in nature or eating less animal products, now is a good time to reassess your goals

Crime & Safety
10 months ago
Alexander man gets at least 5 years after pleading guilty to drug charges

Timothy Austin Dolly pleaded guilty to two counts of felony trafficking in cocaine

Education
10 months ago
Buncombe County pulls almost $4.7 million from schools

Helene-related expenditures are forcing Buncombe County officials to rework the budget.

Crime & Safety
10 months ago
Authorities searching for person who made active shooter call

The call sent numerous law enforcement agencies to the McDowell High campus, which was put on lockdown.

Local
10 months ago
Annual homelessness survey set for next week in Asheville

A Point-in-Time count is often referred to as a “snapshot” of a region’s homeless population.

Local
10 months ago
City surveys residents for priorities in Helene recovery

Residents’ responses will help guide the Asheville City Council as it allocates resources and establishes priorities for recovery.