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
1 year ago
828 roundup: Black history, store closures, Helene cleanup and more

Here’s a look at the top local news stories from 828newsNOW this week.

Local
1 year ago
Cold, windy, wet weekend ahead for Asheville area

Rain returns to the forecast Saturday with showers likely across much of the area along with temperatures in the low 50s.

Business
1 year ago
JCPenney store in Asheville Mall set to close

JCPenney has announced plans to close several stores — including the one in Asheville Mall.

Local
1 year ago
I-26 Connector project gets $124 million price cut

The biggest savings — more than $63 million — came after the team reduced the number and width of the bridges across the French Broad River

Business
1 year ago
Pactiv Evergreen to pay $6.25M in restitution, stop fight for property tax refund

In 2023, Pactiv Evergreen abruptly closed the paper mill in Canton.

Business
1 year ago
Asheville area JOANN stores among 500 expected to close

JOANN says stores in Asheville, Hendersonville and Morganton are among those it would like to begin closing immediately

Local
1 year ago
Steady rain brings power outages, flooding threat

Cold and rainy conditions are expected to continue through the night Wednesday

Local
1 year ago
Plan would give more people access to state game lands

A plan being floated would create a Conservation Access Pass to allow individuals to access and use North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission property

Local
1 year ago
Sustainability in action at West Village Market

West Village Market is proud to lead by example and inspire the community to embrace eco-friendly practices for a healthier, greener future.

Health & Wellness
1 year ago
Senior Living Series: February draws attention to matters of the heart

Givens Highland Farms promotes education as one of the best ways to prevent heart diseases