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
Greensboro sit-in leader Joseph McNeil dies at 83

Civil rights pioneer remembered — A&T freshman’s bold stand in 1960 reshaped the South

Local
2 months ago
How Gov. Josh Stein is navigating North Carolina politics

Democratic governor seeks common ground with GOP leaders

Local
3 months ago
Weather service tracks severe storms in WNC, Smokies

Communities from Marshall to Cataloochee advised to monitor warnings

Entertainment
3 months ago
State officials stress safety as Mountain State Fair prepares to open

Labor Department inspectors, law enforcement and health agencies outline precautions in Fletcher

Local
3 months ago
$686M available for NC water systems damaged by Helene

Funding targets drinking water, wastewater and septic systems with zero-interest loans

Local
3 months ago
Buncombe County officials reflect on Helene recovery at final update

Nearly 12 months of briefings tracked progress in housing, infrastructure, small business aid and debris cleanup

Local
3 months ago
Disabled vehicle closes lane on I-26 near Weaverville

Eastbound traffic expected to face significant delays at mile marker 20.5

Perspectives
3 months ago
Tropical storms hit home: Living through floods in Asheville area

Lessons from Swannanoa and Haywood County — floodwaters move quickly, leaving little time to prepare

Black Mountain Police Chief Steve Parker says he is worried about the structural integrity of the Public Safety Building.
Crime & Safety
3 months ago
Security cameras help solve crimes, Black Mountain police say

Local businesses and neighborhoods contribute to growing surveillance network

Patton Avenue crash
Local
3 months ago
Crash closes Patton Avenue near Bear Creek Road

Both directions blocked; drivers urged to watch for emergency vehicles

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