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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.

Water Asheville system Buncombe County schools homes Hurricane Helene lead
Local
10 months ago
Hundreds without water in Asheville after line breaks

City says unusually cold temperatures caused multiple breaks in Haw Creek area

Local
10 months ago
Asheville Art Museum to showcase American Impressionism

Exhibition runs Feb. 7 through June 29, featuring more than 75 artists

Education
10 months ago
Asheville Rotary honors 5 educators as 2026 Teachers of Excellence

Winners from city and county schools receive $2,000 awards for classroom innovation

Crime & Safety
10 months ago
Asheville woman gets 5 1/2 years for fentanyl, meth trafficking

Investigation spanned Buncombe, Henderson and Transylvania counties, leading to multiple arrests

Local
10 months ago
Crash closes part of eastbound I-240 near Patton Avenue in Asheville

Incident impacts one of four lanes; authorities expect heavy congestion

Crime & Safety
10 months ago
Florida doctor pleads guilty to stealing Helene relief supplies

Prosecutors say man posed as volunteer and stole more than $12,000 in supplies in the Swannanoa area

Crime & Safety
10 months ago
Two arrested after drugs, guns seized in search of Barnardsville home

Fentanyl, methamphetamine and firearms found after community complaint prompts investigation, Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office says

Black Mountain Town Hall
Health & Wellness
10 months ago
Black Mountain receives nearly $5M for water system overhaul

Funding targets critical vulnerabilities, including creek crossings, distribution lines and emergency power system

Local
10 months ago
Moving closure on I-40 near Tennessee line causes delays

Barrier wall repairs expected to affect both directions

Icicles on rocks along the Blue Ridge Parkway
Local
10 months ago
Dry, cold air holds in Asheville before rain moves in Thursday

Rain expected Thursday into early Friday, with slight chance of wintry mix in higher elevations