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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
11 months ago
Memorial Day ceremony to be held in Black Mountain

The event is open to the public and honors members of the U.S. Armed Forces who died in the line of duty.

On Saturday, there will be a ceremony to officially name James Vester Miller Park and unveil new historical signage.
Local
11 months ago
Celebration planned for James Vester Miller Park

On Saturday, there will be a ceremony to officially name James Vester Miller Park and unveil new historical signage.

Crime & Safety
11 months ago
3 charged in theft; 2 linked to Candler shootings

Four people face numerous charges after an investigation into a case involving stolen credit cards.

MIA flag
Local
11 months ago
Henderson County VFW to honor missing in action from WWII

11 of Henderson County’s World War II Missing in Action servicemembers will be honored during a Wall of Honor ceremony

Local
11 months ago
Strong to severe storms possible tonight in Asheville area

A few showers and thunderstorms are possible this afternoon and into tonight.

Crime & Safety
11 months ago
2 sought in Buncombe County fraud investigation

The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating two people wanted for questioning in a fraud case.

Crime & Safety
11 months ago
2 arrested in separate incidents involving drugs in Asheville

Asheville police arrested two individuals while conducting crime prevention measures in West Asheville over the weekend

Local
11 months ago
Woman searches for angel who held her hand after crash

Sage Penland was driving on Riverside Drive in Asheville when she flipped her car.

Local
11 months ago
Gov. Stein pitches $891 million for more Tropical Storm Helene relief

Gov. Josh Stein has proposed an additional $891 million to help WNC rebuild from Tropical Storm Helene.

Buncombe County Parks and Recreation is preparing for the summer season as all five county pools -- including this one in Hominy Valley -- are scheduled to open Saturday, May 24.
Local
11 months ago
Buncombe County pools to open Memorial Day weekend

All five Buncombe County pools are set to open on Saturday, May 24.