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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
828 Road Report: ‘Tentative’ overnight I-26 closures planned

Overnight closures for I-26 East are ‘tentatively’ planned this week, pending weather conditions

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Asheville man convicted of second-degree murder

The shooting happened in a parking lot under the Jeff Bowen Bridge in the early morning hours of June 13, 2021

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Manhunt underway for home invasion suspect

Suspect was out on bond for attempted first-degree murder and assault on law enforcement in Buncombe County

Local
2 years ago
WEATHER ALERT: Strong storms in area

If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building

Local
2 years ago
Buncombe County set to go after unpaid tax bills

An order of collection for unpaid tax bills is on the agenda for the Buncombe County commissioners

Local
2 years ago
Houses coming down to make way for I-26 Connector

Plywood and ‘no trespassing’ signs cover West Asheville homes acquired by NCDOT for the I-26 Connector project.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Two shootings in north Asheville under investigation

Police make arrest in unrelated case during shooting investigation

Local
2 years ago
100 Years Ago: Historical events from August 1924

Here’s a look at some events that helped shape the world in August 1924

Local
2 years ago
WEATHER ALERT: Storm chances linger for WNC

Watch out for more rain, wind and chance of flooding

Business
2 years ago
Mission Health … enforcing the purchase agreement

What can HCA be forced to do or not do?