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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.

Local
4 months ago
Winter Weather Advisory issued for Asheville area

Mountain areas could see snow, sleet and freezing rain Thursday night into Friday

Local
4 months ago
NCDEQ launches grant program to aid Helene recovery

Asheville area communities offered free assistance to pursue state and federal rebuilding funds

Local
4 months ago
Cold front brings chance of wintry mix to Asheville area Friday

Light snow, sleet and freezing rain may create hazardous travel conditions; impacts likely to taper by afternoon

Health & Wellness
4 months ago
Buncombe County warns of growing chickenpox outbreak

Infants, teens and unvaccinated residents most at risk, officials say

Local
4 months ago
Buncombe County advances landslide mitigation, ends hauler rebate

Commissioners also revise affordable housing rules, ends longevity pay for new workers

Education
4 months ago
School delays in the Asheville area

See which schools will be starting late today

Local
4 months ago
Controlled burn near Asheville’s Aston Park postponed

Temporary closures expected when burn is rescheduled; fire crews will monitor habitat recovery afterward

Education
4 months ago
UNC Asheville hoops teams set for back-to-back home games

Bulldogs men host UNCG on Tuesday; women face South Carolina State on Wednesday in Education Day matchup

Joshua Ryan Reece
Crime & Safety
4 months ago
Buncombe County man gets up to 23 years for child sexual exploitation

Judge orders 15-23 years in prison after guilty plea to exploitation, servitude charges

Crime & Safety
4 months ago
Former Navy intelligence officer announces bid for Buncombe County sheriff

Gary Parris emphasizes experience, community ties, and accessibility in campaign launch

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