×

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
9 months ago
UPDATE: Strong storm moving through Buncombe County

Western North Carolina is in for a sweltering stretch of weather this week, with high temperatures and daily chances of strong to severe thunderstorms

Business
9 months ago
Asheville Goodwill to reopen today after warehouse fire

The Goodwill on Patton Avenue in Asheville plans to reopen Tuesday, one day after a fire destroyed a warehouse behind the main facility.

Business
9 months ago
City unveils temporary disc golf course at Asheville Muni

The Asheville Municipal Golf Course is turning part of its storm-damaged fairways into Western North Carolina’s newest disc golf destination

Crime & Safety
9 months ago
Fugitive from Alabama, local woman arrested by Asheville police

Asheville police arrested two individuals with active warrants Thursday night during a crime prevention operation

Local
9 months ago
I-40 West crash causes major delays near Exit 55

A crash on I-40 westbound near Exit 55 at Porters Cove Road is causing significant traffic delays this morning

Crime & Safety
9 months ago
Texas man arrested after multi-county manhunt in WNC

A manhunt that began in Yancey County and stretched into neighboring Avery County ended Monday with the arrest of a Texas man.

Local
9 months ago
Early morning fire extinguished at UNCA office building

Firefighters responded to a structure fire early Tuesday morning on the campus of the UNC Asheville

Crime & Safety
9 months ago
Officers, armored truck seen in Asheville; authorities silent so far

Multiple reports of heavy law enforcement activity Monday afternoon drew attention across Asheville

Local
9 months ago
Man killed in I-40 collision in East Asheville

A man was killed Sunday morning in a crash on Interstate 40 in east Asheville, according to the Asheville Police Department.

Local
9 months ago
WNC residents asked to share views on pollinator protection

The survey, which takes about 5 to 10 minutes to complete, asks participants about their views on pollinators and their importance to the environment.