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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.

Busy multi-lane freeway scene with a white van in the foreground and numerous cars ahead under an overcast sky. Signage visible in the distance.
Local
2 months ago
I-26 Connector: Traffic shift planned ahead of Westgate interchange closure

Drivers should expect changing traffic patterns as crews prepare for the next phase of the major Asheville interstate project

Flooding off Old Leicester Highway in the Juno area.
Local
2 months ago
Asheville breaks 118-year rainfall record as flooding threat continues Friday

The National Weather Service says another 1 to 3 inches of rain is expected through Friday night after Thursday’s storms flooded roads and stranded vehicles in Buncombe County

Three Oak Grist single malt whiskeys on a store shelf, labels show Descendent and Original variants.
Business
2 months ago
Black Mountain details years-long fire code dispute with Oak & Grist

Town says discussions began in 2023; distillery owner says expansion talks were unrelated to current enforcement action

White car partially submerged in floodwaters with heavy rainfall and distant storage containers in the background; scene of severe flooding and rising water levels.
Local
2 months ago
Flash Flood Warning issued for Asheville as Merrimon Avenue floods, stranded vehicles reported

The National Weather Service warns of life-threatening flash flooding in central Buncombe County after 2 to 3 inches of rain fell, with more heavy rain expected through midnight

Raymond Steven Young
Crime & Safety
2 months ago
Asheville police arrest man accused in string of naked break-in attempts

Detectives say 68-year-old faces attempted burglary, indecent exposure and secret peeping charges after months of incidents in the Deer Lake Drive neighborhood

Flash Flood Warning poster with safety tips and a map of flood-prone areas around Fontana Village and Lake Santeetlah in North Carolina/or nearby region.
Local
2 months ago
Flash Flood Warning issued in WNC; Asheville remains under Flood Watch

Heavy rain has already produced flooding in parts of the mountains, with additional downpours expected through Friday

Clock daylight saving time
Health & Wellness
2 months ago
Permanent daylight saving time could mean darker winter mornings in Asheville, experts say

Proposed federal change would end twice-yearly clock changes, but health experts warn of possible impacts

Flood Watch alert card: in effect 8 PM Wednesday through Thursday evening, with icons and details on impacts and preparedness; beside a rain‑soaked street photo.
Local
2 months ago
Flood Watch issued for Asheville, Buncombe County as up to 5 inches of rain possible

National Weather Service warns heavy rain could trigger flash flooding across Western North Carolina through Thursday evening

Map showing Storm Total Precipitation forecast for the Greenville-Spartanburg area (Jul 22–25), with green to yellow to orange regions indicating increasing rainfall (roughly 0.5–3+ inches) and city labels along major highways like I-40 and I-85.
Local
2 months ago
Storms, heavy rain could bring isolated flooding to Asheville area

A stalled front is expected to fuel multiple rounds of thunderstorms, with forecasters warning of heavy rainfall, damaging winds and localized flooding

Buncombe County Administration Building
Local
2 months ago
Buncombe County seeks $19M for Swannanoa recovery, sidewalks after Helene

Commissioners approve disaster grant applications, stream restoration funding and school projects

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