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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.

Asheville and Buncombe County residents now drop off their food waste at the North Asheville Community Center at 37 E Larchmont Road.
Local
4 weeks ago
New food scrap drop-off site opens in North Asheville

City says composting program has diverted 1.5 million pounds of waste since 2022

Local
4 weeks ago
High fire risk, near-record warmth expected in Asheville area

Officials urge residents to postpone open burning as surface fuels remain dry

The Fairview Volunteer Fire Department has added a new vehicle to support its search-and-rescue K9 operations, thanks to donations from a local support group and a nonprofit organization.
Crime & Safety
4 weeks ago
Fairview VFD adds SUV to support search-and-rescue K9 operations

Donated vehicle and specialized equipment will help safely transport Scout to emergency incidents

Local
4 weeks ago
Multi-lane crash slows I-240 East traffic in Asheville

Wreck near Westgate Drive causes major morning traffic delays

Crime & Safety
4 weeks ago
Body found during search for missing man in Buncombe County

Deputies discovered the deceased person near Elk Mountain Scenic Highway; identification pending

North Canton Fire Department
Local
4 weeks ago
Vehicle fire closes portion of I-40 in Haywood County

Officials warn of heavy traffic impact east of Exit 27

Asheville Municipal Golf Course
Business
4 weeks ago
Asheville Muni among nominees in 2026 Best of North Carolina Awards

Historic public course nominated alongside other local recreation and fitness businesses

Local
4 weeks ago
Asheville gas prices climb amid Middle East tensions

Lowest local pumps now at $2.48 as global oil market reacts to conflict in Strait of Hormuz

Sports
4 weeks ago
SoCon basketball tourney schedule, tickets and events in Asheville

Southern Conference championship week features games, fan events and free downtown trolley service

Business
4 weeks ago
Asheville Regional Airport posts second-busiest year ever in 2025

AVL serves 2.24 million passengers despite Tropical Storm Helene impacts and terminal construction

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