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
3 days ago
Buncombe County commissioners begin work on FY27 budget

Post-Helene recovery, infrastructure needs and community programs shape early planning

Local
3 days ago
Enka fire contained, Fairview fire grows but nears containment

Officials warn even small fires can spread quickly under warm, dry, windy weather conditions

Local
3 days ago
Firefighters battle multiple wildfires in Asheville area

Two-acre blaze near Milksick Cove Road joins other fires reported in Buncombe and McDowell counties

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
3 days ago
Black Friday deals, holiday events at Tanger Outlets Asheville

Shop extended hours starting Nov. 28 for doorbuster savings at Nike, Coach, Polo Ralph Lauren and more, plus Santa photos, Grinch selfies and Salvation Army Angel Tree gifts

Local
3 days ago
Helene Heroes honored at 2025 North Carolina Awards in Asheville

Gov. Josh Stein recognizes volunteers and nonprofits aiding storm recovery and relief efforts

Local
4 days ago
$250K from Bank of America to help WNC recover from Helene

Funding will aid Asheville area artists, homeowners and families still rebuilding more than a year after Tropical Storm Helene

Local
5 days ago
Crash closes lane on I-40 near Brevard Road

One of two eastbound lanes affected; motorists advised to use caution

Local
5 days ago
Asheville could see northern lights again Wednesday night

After Tuesday’s rare light show, forecasters say solar storms could bring more auroras to Western North Carolina skies

Education
5 days ago
School closings and delays in the Asheville area

Several school districts in Western North Carolina have opted for delays because of hazardous weather and travel conditions

Local
5 days ago
Snow totals across the Asheville area

Accumulations from the Monday/Tuesday storm ranged from a light dusting in lower elevations to more than 7 inches in high-elevation communities