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
11 months ago
NCDOT urges people to avoid non-essential travel

More than 1,100 NCDOT employees are pre-treating roads and getting ready for the storm.

Local
11 months ago
Threat for snow and ice less than 24 hours away

A Winter Storm Watch remains in effect for Western North Carolina

Housing
11 months ago
FEMA seeks properties to lease for Helene survivors

FEMA will pay the rent, while the survivor is responsible for utility costs and other expenses not covered in the lease.

Local
11 months ago
More than $1.65 billion headed to Asheville area for Helene recovery

The awards include $1,428,120,000 to the State of North Carolina and $225,010,000 directly to the City of Asheville

Local
11 months ago
Gulf low to bring snow, ice to Asheville area

The National Weather Service said significant accumulations are possible.

Education
11 months ago
School closures, delays in the Asheville area

Many schools have opted to delay the start of classes Wednesday because of hazardous travel conditions.

Local
11 months ago
Winter storm expected this weekend in Asheville area

An area of low pressure moving along the Gulf Coast is expected to bring wintry weather to the area Friday

Local
11 months ago
Allegiant Air pilots to picket at Asheville Regional Airport

Some 30-50 Allegiant Air pilots are expected to participate in the Asheville picket, sharing their message with passengers.

Local
11 months ago
Names, counties of state’s 104 confirmed Helene victims released

The NCDHHS released a list of the confirmed fatalities related to Hurricane Helene in North Carolina.

Education
11 months ago
School closings and delays in the Asheville area

Many schools have opted for delays or remote learning because of hazardous travel conditions