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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.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
McDowell County Courthouse cleared, no bomb found

McDowell County authorities are investigating another bomb threat at the McDowell County Courthouse.

Local
1 year ago
Road Report: Pothole damage? Here’s where to file a complaint

Potholes and roadwork pose challenges for Asheville area drivers.

Health & Wellness
1 year ago
Senior Living Series: The impact of reading on cognitive decline

The American Academy of Neurology says reading stimulates the brain and has been shown to slow down cognitive decline in old age.

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