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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 months ago
Asheville weather: Calm Friday before storms return this weekend

Low humidity and near-normal temperatures arrive Friday as forecasters warn of heavy rain and possible flooding next week

Southeastern Container will invest $31 million to modernize and expand its headquarters and manufacturing operations in Buncombe County, adding 12 jobs and increasing production capacity at its Enka-Candler facility, company and local officials announced Thursday.
Local
2 months ago
Buncombe commissioners to consider $31M Enka expansion

Southeastern Container jobs proposal, Helene recovery projects and A-B Tech upgrades highlight Tuesday’s meeting

Local
2 months ago
EF-0 tornado confirmed in Madison County after Tuesday’s storms, NWS says

The National Weather Service says the tornado had estimated winds of 80 mph and caused scattered tree damage along a 1.1-mile path

Star Point Apartments, a 60-unit affordable housing community on Restaurant Court off Tunnel Road in Asheville, officially opened July 28.
Housing
2 months ago
60-unit affordable housing community opens on Asheville’s Tunnel Road

Star Point Apartments provides deeply affordable housing, including units for young adults aging out of foster care

AdventHealth is expanding its services in Western North Carolina after receiving state approval to establish home-based hospice care in Haywood County. The program will provide another option for patients and families seeking end-of-life care and support.
Health & Wellness
2 months ago
AdventHealth approved to launch home hospice services in Haywood County

State Certificate of Need approval expands end-of-life care options for Haywood County families

Mug shots of the three defendants sentenced this week in Buncombe County Superior Court. From left are Angel Blanding, Bryan George Coleman and Decario Davis, who received active prison sentences in separate criminal cases announced Thursday by the Buncombe County District Attorney's Office.
Crime & Safety
2 months ago
Buncombe DA: 3 defendants sentenced in separate Asheville-area criminal cases

Cases include detention center shooting, Swannanoa crime spree and final defendant in I-40 Jeep burglary investigation

Julian Agbala
Crime & Safety
2 months ago
ALE: Cocaine, four guns seized at Asheville convenience store

Owner of Gas Up on Haywood Road charged with drug offenses, stolen firearm possession and assaulting an agent

Local
2 months ago
Buncombe County 2026 property tax bills now available online

Here’s when bills arrive by mail, how to appeal your value and where to find payment assistance

Asheville Police Department
Local
2 months ago
The case of Asheville’s wandering pig has been solved

A painted pig sculpture found outside the Altamont Apartments is now in police custody as officers work to return it to PLANT

United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County
Community
2 months ago
Asheville United for Youth Block Party seeks 50 volunteers before Aug. 7 event

Free Pack Square Park celebration will feature youth performances, family activities, community resources and food for the first 750 attendees

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