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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.

Map of western North Carolina and upstate South Carolina with storm activity and yellow circles highlighting areas of interest for this afternoon’s severe storms.
Local
2 months ago
Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Asheville, Buncombe County

National Weather Service says storm near Fairview could bring damaging winds, nickel-sized hail and downed trees until 3:15 p.m.

Gov. Josh Stein
Local
2 months ago
NC reaches $1 billion milestone for Helene water infrastructure recovery

Gov. Josh Stein announces Burnsville funding as state says 98% of damaged water systems have been restored, but $758 million in needs remain

Police cars with flashing blue lights at a taped-off intersection, officers talking near the curb under a 'Short Coxe Ave' sign.
Crime & Safety
2 months ago
2 dead, 7 injured in Asheville shooting

APD says detectives are investigating a double homicide after an early Sunday morning shooting on Biltmore Avenue near Short Coxe Avenue

Pile of fresh green lettuce leaves arranged on a white plate, ready for salad.
Health & Wellness
3 months ago
307 Cyclospora cases reported in NC as health officials focus on fresh produce

Parsley, cilantro and lettuce are the most commonly reported foods among patients, though no single source has been confirmed

North Carolina regulators have released a statewide schedule of public hearings as they review Duke Energy’s request to raise electricity rates for customers across the state beginning in 2027.
Local
3 months ago
NC attorney general fights Duke Energy Progress rate hike

Jeff Jackson urges state regulators to reject most of the proposed 15% increase, arguing families and businesses would otherwise pay nearly $1 billion more over two years

Traffic moves through the newly opened four-lane westbound section of Interstate 26 near the Brevard Road exit on Friday, marking a major milestone in the N.C. Department of Transportation's I-26 widening project.
Local
3 months ago
Major milestone: I-26 West now open in final 4-lane configuration

NCDOT says all westbound lanes are now open from U.S. 64 to Brevard Road, but construction and overnight lane closures will continue through the end of the year

Traffic moves through the I-26 Connector construction zone in Asheville as crews continue preparing the corridor for upcoming bridge work, utility relocations and other major improvements.
Local
3 months ago
I-26 Connector: NCDOT prepares for Westgate ramp closure, Haywood Road bridge work

The long-term project aims to separate interstate traffic from local roads while improving safety and congestion along the Asheville corridor

Red fire trucks and emergency vehicles line a city street on a sunny day with green trees and traffic lights overhead
Crime & Safety
3 months ago
Crash on New Leicester Highway backs up traffic

The crash happened around 11 a.m. near Old County Home Road

North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation agents process the scene of an officer-involved shooting on North French Broad Avenue in downtown Asheville early Wednesday.
Crime & Safety
3 months ago
SBI identifies man killed by Asheville police after downtown shooting

Arturo Castillo Palomar of Saluda was fatally shot by officers after police responded to reports of gunfire in a parking lot outside Shakeys

Black Mountain Police Chief Steve Parker says his headquarters is cramped and obsolete, but Mayor C. Michael Sobol isn't convinced it needs to be replaced.
Crime & Safety
3 months ago
Black Mountain Police Department named North Carolina’s 2026 Law Enforcement Agency of the Year

The statewide award recognizes the department’s innovative programs, professionalism and efforts to build community trust

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