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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.

Buncombe County Administration Office
Local
11 months ago
Commissioners back $5M grant match for A-B Tech project

Buncombe County board also weighed in on UNC Asheville, AdventHealth and Mission Hospital proposals

Local
11 months ago
Body of missing 14-year-old found in Arden area

Buncombe County authorities say there is no threat to the public

The Bal Harbour Shops Access Pop-Up Tour launched June 13 in partnership with Tanger Asheville, transforming the southeast parking lot of the shopping center at 800 Brevard Road into a high-end retail destination
Local
11 months ago
Scouting America highlights inclusivity, activities at Asheville event

Event features pinewood derby races, canoeing pool, rope bridge and more

Crime & Safety
11 months ago
Man charged in downtown Asheville knife attack

Stabbing victim sustains serious injury in assault at Atkinson Street home

Business
11 months ago
Asheville airport rebrands to highlight regional spirit

AVL’s new design draws inspiration from the Blue Ridge Mountains and highlights community, adventure and passenger experience

Local
11 months ago
Have you seen Elijah Maney? Authorities seek leads

24-year-old Native American last seen near Lambert Branch Road in Cherokee

Business
11 months ago
No Buc-ee’s plans filed in Asheville despite online buzz, officials say

As rumors swirl, community members share excitement, concerns and speculation of possible sites

Housing
11 months ago
Buncombe County property taxes due Sept. 1; interest begins Jan. 6

Payments may be made online, by mail, over the phone, at drop-off boxes or in person

Local
11 months ago
Nearly a year after Helene, some WNC roads still limited to local traffic

While Bat Cave, Chimney Rock and Lake Lure are reopening to visitors, closed roads remain a challenge

Local
11 months ago
Crash on I-40 near Candler snarls traffic

Wreck causes backups on side roads