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.

Business
2 months ago
Propane drive set for Saturday at Swannanoa Ingles site

Blossman Gas & Appliance expects to serve hundreds of residents needing fuel for heating and cooking

NWS wind advisory
Local
2 months ago
Wind advisory in effect in Asheville area and across WNC

Gusts up to 40 mph expected Friday; dry, warmer weather ahead this weekend

Greg Biffle at Riceville Volunteer Fire Department
Local
2 months ago
From racetracks to rescue missions: Greg Biffle’s final legacy

Retired NASCAR driver gained national attention for humanitarian aid flights after Tropical Storm Helene

Health & Wellness
2 months ago
Gov. Stein highlights $15M for Old Fort water, sewer upgrades

Part of $270M in grants to rebuild and strengthen systems damaged by Helene

Housing
2 months ago
Landlords can apply for Helene recovery aid through Renew NC

Aid available for repair, reconstruction or replacement of storm-damaged rentals

Local
2 months ago
100,000 gallons of wastewater spill into Mud Creek in Hendersonville

City, state environmental officials reviewing discharge

Local
2 months ago
Crash closes lane on I-26 near Airport Road

Westbound traffic slowed in Buncombe County during Thursday morning commute

Local
2 months ago
Rain returns to Asheville area Thursday, gusty winds follow

Showers move in ahead of clearing skies Friday

Local
2 months ago
Crash closes stretch of I-40 in Haywood County

Eastbound lanes shut down near Great Smoky Mountains Expressway

Community
2 months ago
Beloved Asheville receives $1,500 in holiday donations from UScellular

Kick scooters, Bluetooth speakers and headphones will be distributed to support local youths

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