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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
Severe storms threaten Western North Carolina

A line of strong to severe thunderstorms is expected to sweep across parts the area tonight.

Local
10 months ago
Old Fort mayor addresses town’s water, sewer problems

Old Fort Mayor Pam Snypes has issued a public letter addressing persistent water and sewer issues plaguing the town.

Local
10 months ago
Section of I-26 near Green River bridge to be closed

A short section of Interstate 26 East near the Green River bridge will be closed beginning Sunday night, June 8.

Arts & Culture
10 months ago
Pride Month in WNC blends celebration, activism

There’s a full slate of events across the Asheville area celebrating Pride Month

geotechnical drilling operations in the French Broad River next week. (Photo credit: 828newsNOW)
Local
10 months ago
Caution: Hidden dangers may lurk in WNC waters after Helene

Be cautious around local rivers and swimming holes, where hidden storm debris and water contamination remain a risk following.

Local
10 months ago
Asheville’s Helene cleanup expands to parks, trails

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — More than 846,000 cubic yards of storm debris have been […]

Local
10 months ago
Weekend weather alert: Thunderstorms likely

Severe weather and unseasonably warm temperatures are expected to return to the region Friday and Saturday, according to the National Weather Service.

Crime & Safety
10 months ago
Buncombe County sheriff disputes ‘sanctuary’ label from Sen. Tillis

Buncombe County Sheriff Quentin Miller is pushing back against U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis, who called the county a sanctuary jurisdiction.

Crime & Safety
10 months ago
Scam alert: Police say NC won’t text about traffic fines

Police said North Carolina does not notify drivers of traffic violations or fines via text or email.

Bank jugging is when criminals follow bank customers from ATMs and either rob the victim directly or break into their vehicle to steal the money.
Crime & Safety
10 months ago
Black Mountain police warn about ‘bank jugging’ trend

Bank jugging is when criminals follow bank customers from ATMs and either rob the victim directly or break into their vehicle to steal the money.