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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
1 year ago
Storm debris likely to curb French Broad River activities this summer

Recreation on the French Broad River this summer is going to be a little different, thanks to Tropical Storm Helene.

Local
1 year ago
Watch the moon turn red during a total lunar eclipse this week

A total lunar eclipse will flush the moon red Thursday night into Friday morning

Local
1 year ago
Drilling work to begin in French Broad River for I-26 Connector

Geotechnical drilling operations are set to begin next week in the French Broad River

Business
1 year ago
Zen Tubing offers river trips with a way to appreciate natural beauty of Asheville

At Zen Tubing, the river trips are a way to have fun and appreciate the natural beauty of Asheville.

Local
1 year ago
Disaster Recovery Fairs set for Hendersonville

Henderson County Public Libraries will be hosting Disaster Recovery Fairs this month.

Business
1 year ago
Expect delays in 7th Avenue area of Hendersonville this week

The Seventh Avenue Streetscape Project is moving to the next phase.

Local
1 year ago
828newsNOW: 2025 Summer Camp Directory

Check out this list of summer camps to help kids stay engaged in learning, exploring and making new friends.

Local
1 year ago
828newsNOW: Academic summer camps

Here are some summer camp options for kids interested in academics

Local
1 year ago
828newsNOW: Athletic and outdoors camps

Here are some summer camps in the Asheville area that cater to kids who enjoy athletics or the outdoors.

Local
1 year ago
NC Republicans seek to force top Democrats to fall in line with Trump agenda

The North Carolina Senate advanced measures this week amplifying recent GOP-backed laws eroding powers of Democratic executive branch officials.