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.

Business
4 months ago
Halloween fun in Asheville supports breast cancer research

Boos for Boobs fundraiser and Making Strides 5K walk and run raise awareness and funds for the American Cancer Society

Education
4 months ago
Free College Application Week returns to North Carolina

Oct. 20-26 event aims to ease application process, expand college options, help seniors take the next step toward higher education

The city of Asheville will temporarily close two downtown parking decks for major repairs beginning in early August
Local
4 months ago
Asheville’s Wall Street Parking Garage reopens Saturday

All four downtown parking facilities will be open for peak leaf season, providing convenient access for residents and visitors

Local
4 months ago
Richmond Hill Park to partially reopen Saturday

Phased reopening marks recovery milestone for Asheville post-Helene

Crime & Safety
4 months ago
No charges filed in Buncombe County shooting

Sheriff’s office says deadly force on Kreston Drive was used in self-defense

Food & Drink
4 months ago
Hidden flavors: Discover WNC’s unusual fall foods

Chestnuts, heirloom squash and wild mushrooms offer locals and visitors a taste of Appalachia’s culinary heritage

BirdCast migration forecast map
Education
4 months ago
Record bird migration lights up Western North Carolina skies

BirdCast radar estimates more than 17 million birds crossed Buncombe County Wednesday night

Crime & Safety
4 months ago
Buncombe County man dies in shooting near Madison County line

Investigators say Wednesday’s deadly incident on Kreston Drive was isolated, no ongoing threat to public

Local
4 months ago
Architect to present alternatives for UNCA woods development

Scott Burroughs of This Land Studio unveils community vision for 54-acre site at UNC Asheville

The Buncombe County Board of Elections has outlined procedures for Republican runoff primaries set for May 14 to decide the GOP nominees for N.C. Lieutenant Governor and State Auditor.
Local
4 months ago
Key dates, locations announced for 2025 municipal elections

Weaverville and Woodfin residents to head to the polls Nov. 4; early voting opens Oct. 16

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