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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.

Access pop-up shop
Business
1 year ago
Asheville pop-up blends shopping and storm relief

A percentage of all sales will go toward Helene recovery funds benefiting local organizations

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Woman arrested in Asheville shooting

A woman was arrested Wednesday night after a shooting at an Asheville apartment complex left another woman injured, police said.

Local
1 year ago
I-40 section in Smoky Mountains likely closed for 2 weeks

Engineers expect Interstate 40 along its narrow corridor through the Great Smoky Mountains to be closed for at least two weeks.

Business
1 year ago
$55M in grants helps WNC small businesses recover from Helene

More than 2,100 small businesses across WNC are getting a boost thanks to a $55 million funding initiative announced by Gov. Josh Stein last month.

Local
1 year ago
Asheville School grad finds purpose in U.S. Navy

Petty Officer 1st Class Parker White is serving aboard the USS Tennessee, a U.S. Navy submarine based at Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay.

Local
1 year ago
Storms possible this afternoon, forecasters warn

Western North Carolina residents should prepare for potentially severe thunderstorms Thursday afternoon, forecaster said.

Entertainment
1 year ago
What to do this weekend in the 828: June 20-22

Music, hot rods, a flea market, arts and crafts and Pride events are all happening in the Asheville area this weekend.

Asheville Regional Airport
Local
1 year ago
Travelers report ‘chaos’ at Asheville Regional Airport

Travelers are reporting problems this morning at Asheville Regional Airport.

Local
1 year ago
New Leicester Highway closed because of crash

All four lanes are closed near Mount Carmel Road, according to the NCDOT

Local
1 year ago
Dems look to turn WNC protests into ballot-box power

Local political science professor predicts more protests and a Democratic surge in the 2026 election cycle.