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.

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Education
2 months ago
School delays in the Asheville region

Find out which schools have delayed start times because of wintry weather

Business
2 months ago
Ingles’ income falls 21% as Helene losses weigh on fiscal year

Grocer reports $83.6M in annual earnings with three stores still closed and storm-related losses that topped tens of millions

Health & Wellness
2 months ago
Walking and biking on Asheville greenways at an all-time high

Surveys reveal usage patterns, spending habits and safety preferences on city greenways

Housing
2 months ago
Buncombe begins property reappraisals; officials address misconceptions

Property values reflect market trends, but tax bills are determined separately by local boards

Crime & Safety
2 months ago
Man gets up to 10 years for near-fatal domestic assault in Leicester

Phillip Webb admits to breaking into victim’s home, stabbing and beating former partner

Local
2 months ago
Winter Weather Advisory issued for Asheville area

Mountain areas could see snow, sleet and freezing rain Thursday night into Friday

Local
3 months ago
NCDEQ launches grant program to aid Helene recovery

Asheville area communities offered free assistance to pursue state and federal rebuilding funds

Local
3 months ago
Cold front brings chance of wintry mix to Asheville area Friday

Light snow, sleet and freezing rain may create hazardous travel conditions; impacts likely to taper by afternoon

Health & Wellness
3 months ago
Buncombe County warns of growing chickenpox outbreak

Infants, teens and unvaccinated residents most at risk, officials say

Local
3 months ago
Buncombe County advances landslide mitigation, ends hauler rebate

Commissioners also revise affordable housing rules, ends longevity pay for new workers

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