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
3 months ago
Cool, crisp weather settles into Asheville area

National Weather Service says pattern could last into early September

news
3 months ago
Simple strategies can help students with ADHD improve focus

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, more commonly known as ADHD, has […]

Health & Wellness
3 months ago
Online tool tracks E. coli levels in Asheville area rivers, creeks

DEQ dashboard shows which sites are safe for swimming, kayaking and other recreational activities

news
3 months ago
Tips to help students overcome test anxiety

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Tests are a regular part of academic life, but for […]

Local
3 months ago
Buncombe County Permits & Inspections team earns state honor

Department recognized for storm recovery work, completing 2,000+ damage assessments after Tropical Storm Helene

Local
3 months ago
828 Scoreboard: Week 1 of high school football

Find out how your favorite team fared

Business
3 months ago
Noble Cider repeats as NC Wine Cup winner with Spice Merchant

Asheville cidery also collects six silver medals in statewide competition

Local
3 months ago
Cooler, wet weather to continue across Asheville area

Forecasters say heavy rain could bring isolated flash flooding through Saturday

Newly completed road section and slide repair at Ferrin Knob Tunnel No. 3.
Local
3 months ago
Parkway section between Asheville and Mount Pisgah reopens

Remaining repairs from Tropical Storm Helene near milepost 421 expected to be finished later this summer

Local
3 months ago
North Carolina voter registration cleanup underway

1,400 Buncombe County residents among those urged to confirm records

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