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.

Crime & Safety
4 months ago
Fire officials launch hazard survey in Enka-Candler area

The initiative comes in response to damage caused by Tropical Storm Helene and aims to improve the department’s readiness for emergencies

Local
4 months ago
Swannanoa visioning sessions need your input

If you live, work or are connected to the Swannanoa community, please share your ideas at one of these upcoming events

Local
4 months ago
Helene recovery work to limit access at Riverside Cemetery

Asheville’s Riverside Cemetery will have restricted hours Monday through Friday beginning on July 21 as restoration efforts resume

Crime & Safety
4 months ago
Truck driver sought after road rage incident in Fletcher

The Fletcher Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying the driver of a truck involved in a road rage incident

Crime & Safety
4 months ago
‘Armed and dangerous’ inmate escapes jail through emergency exit

Authorities are searching for an inmate who escaped from the Henderson County Detention Facility on Thursday afternoon

The city of Asheville will temporarily close two downtown parking decks for major repairs beginning in early August
Local
4 months ago
2 Asheville parking garages to close in phases starting Aug. 1

The city of Asheville will temporarily close two downtown parking decks for major repairs beginning in early August

Local
4 months ago
Storm prompts weather advisory in Asheville area

Forecasters warned of torrential rain, wind gusts up to 40 mph and hail up to half an inch in diameter.

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Crime & Safety
4 months ago
Woman charged in break-in, theft at Asheville church

A woman has been arrested and charged in connection with a break-in and theft at a church in east Asheville

Local
4 months ago
Hazardous weather threats persist through the weekend

Forecasters warn the storms could produce damaging wind gusts and locally heavy downpours, with the potential for isolated flash floods

Local
4 months ago
Buncombe OKs landfill project, boosts senior care

Buncombe County commissioners approved a slate of measures at their July 15 meeting

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