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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.

Crime & Safety
10 months ago
Body cam, crime scene evidence shown in Asheville murder trial

Deputies, investigators describe crime scene, hospital visit in case against father charged with killing 12-week-old daughter

Community
10 months ago
FEMA OKs another $12.9M for Helene recovery

Buncombe County, Hendersonville, Burnsville among recipients of latest round of federal disaster aid

A group of Marshall Relief Alliance volunteers waits for instructions during a workday in August.
Community
10 months ago
Grassroots group leads Marshall’s recovery after Helene

What began as neighbors with a grill has become a long-term relief alliance

Crime & Safety
10 months ago
Emergency responders testify in death of 12-week-old

Buncombe County firefighters and paramedics describe emaciated, injured condition of Asheville baby

Crime & Safety
10 months ago
Jury hears opening arguments in Asheville infant death case

State says autopsy revealed 17 fractures and signs of neglect; defense claims medical issues to blame

Business
10 months ago
Asheville Business Summit aims to help entrepreneurs thrive

Three-day event to feature workshops, networking and support for businesses still recovering from Helene challenges

Local
10 months ago
Lake Lure sets May 2026 target to reopen lake after Helene damage

Army Corps expects to finish basin, shoreline work by fall 2025

Crime & Safety
10 months ago
Infant’s death at center of Buncombe County murder trial

Father charged in death of 12-week-old daughter; mother expected to testify for prosecution

Local
10 months ago
Crash closes lane on I-26 near Long Shoals Road outside Asheville

Drivers warned of significant delays between Exits 36 and 37

Bradford pear
Local
10 months ago
Officials push to uproot Bradford pears

Asheville area residents can swap invasive trees for up to five free native replacements