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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.

Southeastern Container will invest $31 million to modernize and expand its headquarters and manufacturing operations in Buncombe County, adding 12 jobs and increasing production capacity at its Enka-Candler facility, company and local officials announced Thursday.
Business
4 months ago
Southeastern Container to invest $31M in Buncombe expansion

Enka-based manufacturer to add 12 jobs, boost production capacity and modernize facility

Crime & Safety
4 months ago
Woman charged in fatal West Asheville motorcycle crash

Motorcyclist killed after collision at New Leicester Highway and Eliada Home Road

Crime & Safety
4 months ago
Deputy hurt in crash while responding to call in Barnardsville

Buncombe County deputy taken to Mission Hospital with minor injuries after patrol vehicle hits tree

Local
4 months ago
Gusty storms sweep across Western North Carolina

Line of showers and isolated thunderstorms brings strong winds to Asheville and surrounding aeas

Business
4 months ago
Costco withdraws Enka-Candler development proposal

Retailer pulls application for 160,000-square-foot warehouse; city officials say discussions could continue

George Stanley Conrad III
Crime & Safety
4 months ago
Pisgah Forest man charged with sexual exploitation of a minor

Hendersonville police say no known local victims; suspect jailed without bond

North Carolina Drought Map
Local
4 months ago
Drought tightens grip on Asheville, Buncombe County

Asheville records 12th driest January on record; forecasters eye weekend rain

Jenkins Valley Road
Local
4 months ago
New property values on the way for Buncombe homeowners

County launches 2026 reappraisal process delayed by Tropical Storm Helene

“Black Stories in Census Tract 2” explores the social, cultural and historical impact of the Stumptown, Hill Street and South Montford communities.
Community
4 months ago
Exhibit highlights legacy of Asheville’s historic Black neighborhoods

‘Black Stories in Census Tract 2’ honors Stumptown, Hill Street and South Montford through oral histories and multimedia storytelling

Lexington Avenue Project
Local
4 months ago
North Lexington Avenue sidewalks set for full replacement

Public invited to weigh in as city of Asheville plans upgrades to meet ADA standards

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