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.

Community
3 weeks ago
Asheville residents face hazards in storm aftermath

Officials urge people to stay informed and take precautions as roads, waterways and neighborhoods remain at risk

Community
3 weeks ago
Storm brings ice, power outages, water issues to Asheville area

Travel discouraged as ice coats roads and infrastructure problems grow

Local
3 weeks ago
Ice builds across Asheville area as freezing rain locks up roads

Up to a quarter-inch of ice reported by Sunday morning, with totals still climbing

Local
3 weeks ago
Outages begin overnight in Asheville area as Winter Storm Fern moves in

Duke Energy deploys crews from across U.S. and Canada ahead of icing

Local
3 weeks ago
Winter storm disrupts travel at Asheville Regional Airport

Officials relocate ground transportation and urge passengers to check flight status

Community
3 weeks ago
Ice storm expected to intensify after sunset across Asheville area

Buncombe County sheriff urges residents to stay off roads as freezing rain and sleet move in

Community
3 weeks ago
Flurries, sleet begin in Western North Carolina as storm takes shape

Forecasters warn freezing rain totals remain uncertain; power outages and dangerous travel possible

Community
3 weeks ago
Asheville activates emergency plan ahead of winter storm

Bus service suspended, city facilities closed and parking restrictions in effect through the weekend

Community
3 weeks ago
Winter Storm Fern bears down on Asheville area

Forecasters warn of crippling ice, power outages and dangerous travel beginning Saturday night

Community
3 weeks ago
Buncombe County opens emergency shelters ahead of ice storm

Asheville area officials urge residents to stay indoors, prepare for power outages and seek shelter if needed

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