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.

Business
11 months ago
Expect delays in 7th Avenue area of Hendersonville this week

The Seventh Avenue Streetscape Project is moving to the next phase.

Local
12 months ago
828newsNOW: 2025 Summer Camp Directory

Check out this list of summer camps to help kids stay engaged in learning, exploring and making new friends.

Local
12 months ago
828newsNOW: Academic summer camps

Here are some summer camp options for kids interested in academics

Local
12 months ago
828newsNOW: Athletic and outdoors camps

Here are some summer camps in the Asheville area that cater to kids who enjoy athletics or the outdoors.

Local
12 months ago
NC Republicans seek to force top Democrats to fall in line with Trump agenda

The North Carolina Senate advanced measures this week amplifying recent GOP-backed laws eroding powers of Democratic executive branch officials.

Business
12 months ago
Candler, Linville groups get Land Rovers to help with their work

Two local charities — Appalachian Wildlife Refuge and Linville-Central Rescue Squad — have each been awarded a customized Defender 130

Health & Wellness
12 months ago
Mission nurses rally, say hospital is gambling with patient safety

Mission Hospital nurses rallied Thursday, calling for better staffing at the health care facility.

Local
12 months ago
Pet Connection: Earth

Earth is a 5-month-old pup looking for his forever home.

Local
12 months ago
Multiple wildfires have scorched hundreds of acres across the area

Multiple wildfires are ongoing across the area

Local
12 months ago
Crews battle 50-acre wildfire near Hookers Gap

Crews were battling several wildfires across the state Saturday night, including one on a ridge near Hookers Gap.