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
8 months ago
Hot, humid conditions persist across Asheville area

Hot and humid conditions will persist across the western Carolinas this week, with daily rounds of showers and thunderstorms expected

Thousands of demonstrators gathered in downtown Asheville on Saturday in coordinated protests against President Donald Trump
Local
8 months ago
PHOTOS: Thousands rally at ‘No Kings’ protests in Asheville

Thousands of demonstrators gathered in downtown Asheville on Saturday in coordinated protests against President Donald Trump

Local
8 months ago
Firefighter killed, 2 injured in training accident near Montreat

Riceville Volunteer Fire Department firefighter died Saturday during a training exercise involving an ATV.

news
8 months ago
NC Wildlife Commission: Don’t be a tick snack

With tick season underway across North Carolina, state wildlife officials are reminding residents how to protect themselves.

Entertainment
8 months ago
Showers, storms likely through weekend across WNC

Warm and humid conditions will persist across the Asheville area through the weekend, with scattered showers and thunderstorms

Local
8 months ago
Traffic Alert issued for graduation ceremonies downtown

Street closures are planned in downtown Asheville on Friday and Saturday to accommodate graduation ceremonies at the Harrah’s Cherokee Center.

Health & Wellness
8 months ago
Sangvai: Mental health, food support critical after Helene

NCHHS Secretary Dev Sangvai toured WNC, learning about two key recovery programs supporting communities impacted by Tropical Storm Helene.

Road Closed sign
Local
8 months ago
Final tasks of I-26 project to brings weeks of overnight closures

Most detours will direct passenger and commercial vehicles to U.S. 25 as an alternate route during the closures.

Local
8 months ago
You can help map Swannanoa River damage

Work is underway on a plan to restore a 6.6-mile stretch of the Middle Swannanoa River, from the outskirts of Black Mountain west to Warren Wilson College.

Entertainment
8 months ago
What to do this weekend in the 828: June 13-15

From an alien festival to board games and tattoos to concerts and Father’s Day events, there are plenty of options for fun this weekend in the Asheville area.