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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.

Local
10 months ago
Traffic Alert issued for graduation ceremonies downtown

Street closures are planned in downtown Asheville on Friday and Saturday to accommodate graduation ceremonies at the Harrah’s Cherokee Center.

Health & Wellness
10 months ago
Sangvai: Mental health, food support critical after Helene

NCHHS Secretary Dev Sangvai toured WNC, learning about two key recovery programs supporting communities impacted by Tropical Storm Helene.

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Local
10 months ago
Final tasks of I-26 project to brings weeks of overnight closures

Most detours will direct passenger and commercial vehicles to U.S. 25 as an alternate route during the closures.

Local
10 months ago
You can help map Swannanoa River damage

Work is underway on a plan to restore a 6.6-mile stretch of the Middle Swannanoa River, from the outskirts of Black Mountain west to Warren Wilson College.

Entertainment
10 months ago
What to do this weekend in the 828: June 13-15

From an alien festival to board games and tattoos to concerts and Father’s Day events, there are plenty of options for fun this weekend in the Asheville area.

Local
10 months ago
Unsettled weather pattern brings rain, flood threat to region

A subtropical air mass is expected to return Thursday, bringing scattered showers and thunderstorms to the area.

Local
10 months ago
Air Force vet Moe Davis to challenge Edwards in bid for Congress

Moe Davis, a U.S. Air Force veteran and former chief prosecutor at Guantanamo Bay, has announced his candidacy for Congress

Health & Wellness
10 months ago
From gardens to plates: Asheville’s edible parks help feed the city

Residents can explore Asheville’s edible landscapes via an interactive map that highlights food-producing locations.

Local
10 months ago
Pisgah Legal, partners offer free legal advice to Helene victims

Western North Carolina residents affected by Helene can receive free legal assistance Wednesday through a dedicated disaster recovery hotline.

Crime & Safety
10 months ago
Man sentenced in child kidnapping, sex assault case

Brendan Christopher Poole, 26, pleaded guilty to three counts of first-degree kidnapping in the abduction and sexual assault of three juveniles