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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
2 years ago
Gov. Cooper works to accelerate repair timelines in WNC

The executive order focused on addressing urgent needs related to drinking water and wastewater treatment

Education
2 years ago
With schools closed, many worry about long-term impacts

Tens of thousands of students in the Southeast are dealing with school disruptions after Hurricane Helene

Local
2 years ago
FEMA resumes door-to-door visits after threats tied to disinformation

Over the weekend, reports emerged that FEMA workers could be targeted by militia.

Local
2 years ago
Buncombe commissioners delay property reappraisals

County officials said it is unknown how market values will be impacted by the flood damage.

Local
2 years ago
Obey parkway closures or be cited, Park Service says

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — The entire North Carolina section of the Blue Ridge Parkway […]

Local
2 years ago
Buncombe County updates: Water reaches downtown Asheville

A Community Care Station opened and progress made in restoring Spectrum service

Local
2 years ago
Early voting starts Thursday

Early voting begins on the third Thursday before Election Day and ends at 3 p.m. on the last Saturday before the election.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Bostic man accused of threatening FEMA agents

William Jacob Parsons, 44, of Bostic, was charged with going armed to the terror of the public.

Business
2 years ago
2 efforts underway to help local small businesses

These initiatives are an effort to make sure local small businesses survive and thrive,

Local
2 years ago
Buncombe County updates: Water moves toward downtown

By Monday, water service began to return to areas west of Swannanoa, including Haw Creek and parts of Fairview.