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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.

Asheville Mayor Esther Manheimer says the proposed site of a Costco in Enka/Candler faces several development challenges, including significant site preparation requirements.
Business
4 months ago
Asheville leaders working to revive proposed Costco project

Mayor says city, NCDOT and property owner addressing barriers after proposal was withdrawn from review process

March sunset
Local
4 months ago
Near-record warmth expected across the Asheville area

Isolated thunderstorms possible through weekend: temperatures near 80 possible next week

Sherley Jean-Francois, 28, was reported missing Feb. 18. She was last contacted by relatives Feb. 3, according to the Asheville Police Department.
Crime & Safety
4 months ago
MISSING: Asheville police search for woman last seen in February

Authorities say 28-year-old Sherley Jean-Francois is known to frequent downtown and Tunnel Road areas

Asheville and Buncombe County residents now drop off their food waste at the North Asheville Community Center at 37 E Larchmont Road.
Local
4 months ago
New food scrap drop-off site opens in North Asheville

City says composting program has diverted 1.5 million pounds of waste since 2022

Local
4 months ago
High fire risk, near-record warmth expected in Asheville area

Officials urge residents to postpone open burning as surface fuels remain dry

The Fairview Volunteer Fire Department has added a new vehicle to support its search-and-rescue K9 operations, thanks to donations from a local support group and a nonprofit organization.
Crime & Safety
4 months ago
Fairview VFD adds SUV to support search-and-rescue K9 operations

Donated vehicle and specialized equipment will help safely transport Scout to emergency incidents

Local
4 months ago
Multi-lane crash slows I-240 East traffic in Asheville

Wreck near Westgate Drive causes major morning traffic delays

Crime & Safety
4 months ago
Body found during search for missing man in Buncombe County

Deputies discovered the deceased person near Elk Mountain Scenic Highway; identification pending

North Canton Fire Department
Local
4 months ago
Vehicle fire closes portion of I-40 in Haywood County

Officials warn of heavy traffic impact east of Exit 27

Asheville Municipal Golf Course
Business
4 months ago
Asheville Muni among nominees in 2026 Best of North Carolina Awards

Historic public course nominated alongside other local recreation and fitness businesses

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