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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.

House at night
Local
2 months ago
Buncombe property appeal deadline is today

Board of Equalization to adjourn at 1 p.m.; more than 13,000 appeals already filed

Baseball catcher in light mint-green chest protector and mask, mid-throw against a blue geometric backdrop.
Local
2 months ago
Astros honor Asheville’s Schiavone as top minor leaguer for April

Tourists catcher piling up homers, RBIs in standout start to 2026 season

Local
2 months ago
Small earthquake recorded near Canton

Minor tremor is latest in string of quakes across southern Appalachians

Buncombe County Sheriff's Office
Crime & Safety
2 months ago
5 charged in Buncombe County AT&T wire theft ring

Investigation tied to widespread outages uncovers burn sites, stolen wire worth hundreds of thousands

Yellow police line tape reading 'DO NOT CROSS' wrapped around a wooden utility pole and a nearby metal post, cordoning off a sidewalk area in a residential street.
Crime & Safety
2 months ago
Federal, local officials meet in Asheville to discuss violent crime concerns

U.S. attorney says coordinated effort aims to disrupt gangs, support prevention and reduce violence

Front of Buncombe County Administration building with a beige brick facade, tall windows, and surrounding trees; sign reads 'BUNCOMBE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION' above the entrance
Community
2 months ago
Swannanoa residents invited to review 20-year planning proposals

New Buncombe County poll asks residents to weigh in on land use, transportation and development priorities

Candler Feed and Seed owner Tony Fisher
Business
2 months ago
People at Work: Small-town service drives longtime Candler feed store

Tony Fisher says loyal customers, community ties and personal service set feed store apart from big-box retailers

Local
2 months ago
Burn ban lifted for 81 North Carolina counties; 19 still under restrictions

Forecasters say additional rain this week could further ease wildfire danger

Modern hospital building with red brick wings, blue glass atrium, and an emergency entrance facing the street with blue sky above
Health & Wellness
2 months ago
Mission Hospital surpasses 90 nurses in 90 days hiring goal

Health system adds 400 workers since January, expands recruitment efforts

Arts & Culture
2 months ago
Federal arts leaders to visit Asheville, Marshall after Helene

Discussions to center on recovery, resilience and support for local artists

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