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.

Mix 96.5 Morning Show Melanie Wilkinson has been named a national Gracie Award winner by the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation.
Business
3 weeks ago
When the power goes out: How to stay informed in Asheville

Local AM, FM and Spanish-language stations and NOAA frequencies provide emergency alerts, weather updates and information during outages

Local
3 weeks ago
Ice storm warning issued for Asheville area

Forecasters warn of dangerous travel, possible long-lasting power outages across Western North Carolina

Law enforcement vehicle near a snow-covered mountainside.
Local
3 weeks ago
Blue Ridge Parkway to close Friday ahead of winter storm

Closures expected in North Carolina and Virginia; travel strongly discouraged

The city of Asheville will temporarily close two downtown parking decks for major repairs beginning in early August
Community
3 weeks ago
Asheville offers free parking ahead of weekend storm

Residents urged to move vehicles off streets by Friday evening to allow snow plows to operate

NWS Winter Storm ice totals
Local
3 weeks ago
Ice storm expected to peak in Asheville area on Sunday

Forecasters warn of dangerous ice accumulation, power outages and prolonged cold into next week

Spray cooking spray or WD-40 on shovel blades and car windows to keep snow from sticking.
Local
4 weeks ago
Winter made easier: 10 genius hacks for ice and snow removal

Quick, DIY and budget-friendly ways Asheville area residents can keep walkways and driveways clear

Local
4 weeks ago
Asheville prepares water system ahead of winter storm

Water crews fully staffed, emergency generators ready at treatment plants and pump stations

Downtown Asheville seen from the Buncombe County Courthouse web camera
Community
4 weeks ago
Officials urge caution ahead of winter storm in Asheville area

Ice, dangerous roads and power outages expected; 72-hour preparedness recommended

Community
4 weeks ago
USPS reviewing possible sites for new Swannanoa post office

Community has been without local mail service since Tropical Storm Helene more than a year ago

Downtown Asheville
Community
4 weeks ago
Hotels open to locals as winter storm threatens Asheville area

Travel discouraged amid snow, ice and dangerously cold temperatures

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