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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
Crooked Creek Fire burns 220 acres, evacuations lifted

No injuries or fatalities have been reported in the Crooked Creek Fire.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
91-year-old Asheville man guilty of misdemeanor sexual battery

Shi Ying Kuai was accused of assaulting a woman during an acupuncture treatment at his home office.

Local
1 year ago
FEMA closes Disaster Recovery Center at Asheville Mall, opens 2 others

According to FEMA reports, officials have so far approved $328 million for 147,000-plus households and individuals beginning their recovery.

Local
1 year ago
Crooked Creek Fire grows to 200 acres, 5% contained

Gusty winds are pushing the fire, making it difficult to control.

Local
1 year ago
What Trump’s funding freeze could mean for Asheville area

An ordered funding freeze for federal grants and loans could impact North Carolina residents

Business
1 year ago
Pratt & Whitney to expand operations, add 325 jobs in Asheville

The company’s expansion project will create 325 jobs and include an additional investment of $285 million in Asheville

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
2 accused of using drugs with child in car arrested after missing court

Two people accused of using drugs with a child in the back seat of a vehicle have been arrested for failing to appear in court

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
California teen named suspect in McDowell High shooting hoax

Authorities believe a 16-year-old in Sacramento, California, made the calling warning of an active shooter at McDowell High last week

Local
1 year ago
Sessions set up to help farmers navigate Helene recovery process

One-day Agriculture Recovery Centers are planned to help North Carolina farmers recover from Helene damage.

Local
1 year ago
Democrats, voting groups: Bid to toss out NC ballots is an attack on democracy

The fight in the nation’s ninth most populous state over the Supreme Court seat is being considered in two court systems.