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.

Health & Wellness
3 months ago
Health insurance rates in North Carolina to jump nearly 29% in 2026

Commissioner Mike Causey urges residents to research options as federal subsidies expire and health care costs climb

Local
3 months ago
Buncombe board adopts Strategic Plan, tackles budget, food insecurity

Commissioners approve contracts for recreation upgrades, expand conservation efforts and reappoint tax collector

Business
3 months ago
Costco project near Enka/Candler gets new hearing date

25-acre project that includes new road connections to go before Asheville Technical Review Committee on Nov. 17

Local
3 months ago
Shelters open for Asheville area unhoused residents as cold arrives

Winter Shelter and Code Purple programs run through April to keep unhoused residents safe

Local
3 months ago
Mystery behind Asheville’s ‘Vote Witch’ signs revealed

Local entrepreneur says signs promote handmade fragrance brand, not politics

Community
3 months ago
Asheville groups come together to feed families for Thanksgiving

From free sit-down dinners to turkey giveaways, dozens of local organizations are helping ensure everyone has a place at the table

Local
4 months ago
Winter blast expected to hit the Asheville area next week

Forecasters warn of 20- to 30-degree temperature drop, strong winds and possible mountain snow after a mild week

Community
4 months ago
MANNA FoodBank rebounds after Helene with new facility

Volunteers and staff transform former FedEx site into a hub for food safety, storage and regional distribution

Crime & Safety
4 months ago
Murder warrant issued in Yancey County death

Henry Paul Deyton hospitalized after crash; remains in custody

Crime & Safety
4 months ago
Hendersonville launches probe in Public Works Department

City says investigation is ongoing; additional details will be released when it is complete

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