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.

Education
3 months ago
School delays in the Asheville area

See which schools will be starting late today

Local
3 months ago
Controlled burn near Asheville’s Aston Park postponed

Temporary closures expected when burn is rescheduled; fire crews will monitor habitat recovery afterward

Education
3 months ago
UNC Asheville hoops teams set for back-to-back home games

Bulldogs men host UNCG on Tuesday; women face South Carolina State on Wednesday in Education Day matchup

Joshua Ryan Reece
Crime & Safety
3 months ago
Buncombe County man gets up to 23 years for child sexual exploitation

Judge orders 15-23 years in prison after guilty plea to exploitation, servitude charges

Crime & Safety
3 months ago
Former Navy intelligence officer announces bid for Buncombe County sheriff

Gary Parris emphasizes experience, community ties, and accessibility in campaign launch

Local
3 months ago
Two crashes snarl traffic on Sweeten Creek Road in Asheville

Morning commute slows after two wrecks back up traffic near Arden, Asheville, NCDOT officials say

school bus weather closures
Education
3 months ago
School delays in the Asheville area

Several school districts in Western North Carolina have opted for delays because of hazardous weather and travel conditions

Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office believe this truck was used in the theft of scrap metal.
Crime & Safety
3 months ago
Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office investigates scrap metal theft

Detectives ask residents to provide tips on suspect truck and occupants

Road Closed sign
Local
3 months ago
Canton drivers warned of weeklong night closures on Champion Drive

NC 215 will be closed nightly from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. starting Dec. 1 as crews complete bridge demolition

Dollywood's Robert F. Thomas Chapel
Business
3 months ago
Asheville-area residents can snag big savings on Dollywood trips

Resort stays up to 35% off and Cyber Monday season-pass perks arrive ahead of Smoky Mountain Christmas

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