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
12 months ago
Gov. Cooper works to accelerate repair timelines in WNC

The executive order focused on addressing urgent needs related to drinking water and wastewater treatment

Education
12 months ago
With schools closed, many worry about long-term impacts

Tens of thousands of students in the Southeast are dealing with school disruptions after Hurricane Helene

Local
12 months ago
FEMA resumes door-to-door visits after threats tied to disinformation

Over the weekend, reports emerged that FEMA workers could be targeted by militia.

Local
12 months ago
Buncombe commissioners delay property reappraisals

County officials said it is unknown how market values will be impacted by the flood damage.

Local
12 months ago
Obey parkway closures or be cited, Park Service says

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — The entire North Carolina section of the Blue Ridge Parkway […]

Local
12 months ago
Buncombe County updates: Water reaches downtown Asheville

A Community Care Station opened and progress made in restoring Spectrum service

Local
12 months ago
Early voting starts Thursday

Early voting begins on the third Thursday before Election Day and ends at 3 p.m. on the last Saturday before the election.

Crime & Safety
12 months ago
Bostic man accused of threatening FEMA agents

William Jacob Parsons, 44, of Bostic, was charged with going armed to the terror of the public.

Business
12 months ago
2 efforts underway to help local small businesses

These initiatives are an effort to make sure local small businesses survive and thrive,

Local
12 months ago
Buncombe County updates: Water moves toward downtown

By Monday, water service began to return to areas west of Swannanoa, including Haw Creek and parts of Fairview.