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
1 year ago
$105 million contract awarded for southern section of I-26 Connector

The southern section will run from the Smokey Park Highway interchange on I-40 to the I-26 interchange

Local
1 year ago
Fashion statement: 828views from the Trump rally

Here’s a closer look at some of the outfits and items spotted at former President Donald Trump’s rally in Asheville

Local
1 year ago
Football season about to kick off in mountains

Here’s a team-by-team schedule of this season’s games

Local
1 year ago
Trump speech bounces from economy to VP Harris

Former president touts cuts in energy costs, blasts Biden/Harris policies

Education
1 year ago
App will let parents track their kids’ school buses

Parents will be able to see where their children’s buses are in real time.

Asheville Regional Airport
Local
1 year ago
Prepare for heavy traffic near airport because of Trump rally

Check traffic reports and flight information before heading to airport

McCormick Field
Local
1 year ago
‘More questions than answers’ about 2025 Tourists season

The Tourists’ 2025 season will occur alongside a $38.5 million renovation project at McCormick Field.

Local
1 year ago
Road closures, parking changes ahead of Trump rally

Former President Trump’s campaign event is set for 4 p.m. at Harrah’s Cherokee Center – Asheville on Haywood Street

Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
Local
1 year ago
Leave guns, disrespect at home, police say ahead of rally

Expect a heavy police presence downtown Wednesday as former President Donald Trump makes a campaign stop in Asheville.

Local
1 year ago
How election officials ensure a fair, accurate count

Absentee ballots are set to be mailed starting Sept. 6, early voting begins Oct. 17 and the general election is Nov. 5.