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.

news
12 months ago
Places in Asheville area to join in toy drives, Christmas help

Here are some ongoing toy drives in the Asheville area that you can participate in to help local children and families

Housing
12 months ago
Officials address stories of people living in tents in wake of Helene

Reports are being shared and elevated through social media, often by people from all over the country, who may or may not be on the ground in the region, officials said

Foggy day Fletcher
Local
12 months ago
Rain, some heavy, to give way to colder temperatures

Find out when the rain ends and the frigid temperatures arrive

Local
12 months ago
Buck Creek Fire holding at about 518 acres

The 518-acre fire east of N.C. 80 in the Lake Tahoma area of Marion is about 75 percent contained

Second Gear after Helene flooding
Business
12 months ago
Second Gear rebounds from Helene, reopens in new spot

Second Gear’s building on Riverside Drive was destroyed when Tropical Storm Helene barreled through the River Arts District in late September.

Local
12 months ago
Breakfast with Santa proceeds to benefit YMCA

This family-friendly event will include a photo opportunity with Santa, as well as a meet and greet.

Local
12 months ago
The 828 forecast: Wet start to the week

Multiple storm systems will move across the area through Wednesday afternoon.

Health & Wellness
12 months ago
AdventHealth hosts holiday cooking, nutrition class

The Dec. 18 class is the last of the series and will feature holiday snacks to enjoy with friends and family this season.

The Hop Ice Cream
Business
12 months ago
Get a free scoop of ice cream on Community Scoops Day

Next Thursday, The Hop Ice Cream plans to give away more than 1,100 scoops of ice cream to the Asheville community.

Holiday lights tree fire safety
Lifestyle
12 months ago
Holiday fire safety tips

From trees to decorations to food, here are some safety tips for the holidays.