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.

Food & Drink
1 month ago
Taco Tuesday meets National Taco Day in Asheville

Local eateries mark the occasion with discounts, giveaways and creative taco options

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Health & Wellness
1 month ago
AdventHealth taps new leader for Western North Carolina hospitals

Daniel Tryon succeeds Brandon Nudd as president and CEO of Hendersonville and Polk campuses

Local
1 month ago
Two crashes close lanes on I-26 near Asheville

Eastbound near Brevard Road closed; westbound near Long Shoals Road partially blocked

Crime & Safety
1 month ago
Swannanoa man convicted of assaulting officers during Trump event

Swannanoa man guilty of assault after pulling knife near rally crowd that included child and veteran

A Fiserv analysis shows sales are increasing as tourists return to Asheville. According to the analysis, September marked Asheville’s first month of year-over-year growth since Helene.
Business
1 month ago
Asheville economy shows resilience one year after Helene

Despite $563M in lost sales, new data points to growth in contractors, retail and hospitality sectors

The Bal Harbour Shops Access Pop-Up Tour launched June 13 in partnership with Tanger Asheville, transforming the southeast parking lot of the shopping center at 800 Brevard Road into a high-end retail destination
Business
1 month ago
Tanger Outlets Asheville to host Barktober event

Pets, costumes and a new dog park highlight Halloween celebration

Local
1 month ago
Asheville’s Hazel Mill Road resurfacing project starts this week

Work will last two weeks; drivers should expect delays and plan alternate routes

Local
1 month ago
Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation funds reopenings during shutdown

Three popular sites in North Carolina and Virginia reopen with foundation support as roadwork and recovery continue along the parkway

Local
1 month ago
Mild start to week before front brings rain, cooler air

Scattered showers possible along I-26 corridor; fall-like temperatures expected by Thursday

Local
1 month ago
Asheville native sparks Panthers’ rally

The A.C. Reynolds alum Dowdle rushed for 206 yards and a touchdown as Carolina erased a 17-point deficit for a 27-24 win over Dolphins

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