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.

TJ Taormina and Melanie Wilkinson
Business
1 month ago
Mix 96.5 brings live and local energy to afternoon drive

New shows, same Mix: Good music, good mood all day

Sparky’s Toys & Gifts Miles Madonna spends the day surrounded by books, board games, puzzles and hands-on toys – an intentionally unplugged counterpoint to a childhood increasingly shaped by screens and subscriptions.
Arts & Culture
1 month ago
People at Work: Miles Madonna powers down in a plugged-in world

The Sparky’s Toys & Gifts guru embraces books, games and ownership over screens

Local
1 month ago
Flood warning, wind advisory issued for Asheville area

Minor flooding expected near Blantyre while gusty winds and snow affect higher elevations

Local
1 month ago
Crash closes lane on I-26 near Asheville

Left lane shut down near Haywood Road as crews work to clear highway

Business
1 month ago
Thermo Fisher to end operations at Weaverville site

The North Carolina Department of Commerce said the closure was expected to impact 421 employees

Smoke seen rising from Riverside Stump Dump
Local
1 month ago
Smoke blankets Riverside Drive area in Asheville

Smoke seen rising from Riverside Stump Dump; cause not yet confirmed

Local
1 month ago
Heavy rain, wind precede sharp cooldown in Asheville area

Cold front expected to bring blustery, near-normal winter temperatures by Sunday

Protesters march through downtown Asheville, N.C., on Wednesday, Jan. 8, during a demonstration opposing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), following reports of a fatal shooting involving an ICE agent in Minneapolis. (Photo credit: James Burns)
Crime & Safety
1 month ago
Asheville joins nationwide protests over ICE shooting

Hundreds march downtown following fatal shooting of Minnesota woman

Local
1 month ago
Rain, wind and falling temperatures headed for Asheville area

Heavy rain likely Friday night into Saturday, with strong winds and cooler air Sunday

Local
1 month ago
Buncombe County adopts new formula for public school funding

Commissioners also hear reports on measles cases, tourism and a rezoning request

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