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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.

White USPS delivery van parked in front of a building, side text reads 'We Deliver For You' with USPS logo and website URL www.usps.com with red/blue stripes along the side.
Local
4 months ago
Here’s where Swannanoa’s new post office will be

The former Family Dollar store is expected to house the new USPS facility

US Drought Monitor
Local
4 months ago
More rain ahead for Asheville area as drought slowly eases

Forecasters say Western North Carolina will see on-and-off showers through the weekend, with a short-lived break in rain Friday

Local
4 months ago
Asheville shifts federal housing funds to replace lead pipes

Funding shift impacts nonprofits while prioritizing water safety and affordable housing construction

Crime & Safety
4 months ago
Why does Buncombe County want this empty store?

Buncombe County moves to buy JCPenney building for disaster response center

Crime scene police tape
Crime & Safety
4 months ago
North Carolina medical examiner crisis grows, strains investigations

Buncombe County medical examiner warns staffing shortages could delay death certificates, criminal cases and family closure

Back view of graduates in blue caps and gowns at a commencement ceremony, facing away from the camera.
Education
4 months ago
Asheville, Buncombe County high school graduation schedule for 2026

Thousands of seniors are preparing to receive diplomas at stadiums, campuses and Harrah’s Cherokee Center – Asheville

Exterior view of Mission Hospital campus: a multi-story building with red brick and white panels, glass atrium, seen from the street.
Health & Wellness
4 months ago
Patient on psychiatric hold dies by suicide at Mission Hospital

The suicide occurred after federal regulators recently placed the hospital under enhanced monitoring following repeated safety concerns.

Local
4 months ago
Strong thunderstorm targets Madison, Buncombe counties

National Weather Service warns of wind gusts up to 40 mph near Mars Hill and Barnardsville

Local
4 months ago
Swannanoa event offers residents a closer look at flood, fire, landslide risks

Community workshop at Warren Wilson College aims to help homeowners understand property vulnerabilities before the next major storm

Interstate 40 east and west signs with construction trucks in the background, indicating a highway junction under work.
Local
4 months ago
Large hole on I-40 West near Exit 44 blamed for multiple blown tires

Motorists report exposed concrete in the left lane at the West Asheville/Enka/Candler exit and warn others to move right through the area

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