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
5 months ago
I-40 West closure planned for this weekend

I-40 West in Asheville will be closed from 8 p.m. Friday to 6 a.m. Monday, from Hendersonville Road (Exit 50) to Interstate 26.

Bee
Local
5 months ago
Garden guide: Planting for bees, other helpful insects

Focusing on native or well-adapted plants is an effective way to support biodiversity, pollination and a healthy ecosystem.

Garren Keith Gentry
Local
5 months ago
Man found in French Broad reported missing in December

A body found in the French Broad River over the weekend has been identified as Garren Keith Gentry of Madison County.

Local
5 months ago
Strong storms could impact Asheville area Thursday afternoon

Hail reported in some areas, Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued

Local
5 months ago
Asheville Beer Week set to celebrate area’s resilience

Asheville Beer Week runs May 15-29.

Pets
5 months ago
Pet Connection: Eddy, Portage and Hydraulic

Asheville Humane Society has three 20-day-old kittens (Eddy, Portage and Hydraulic) that will be ready for their forever homes in about five weeks.

Riggs v Griffin
Local
5 months ago
Federal judge orders election board to certify Riggs’ win

U.S. District Court Judge Richard E. Myers II ordered the North Carolina Board of Elections to certify results in the North Carolina Supreme Court race.

Woodfin Police Department cruiser
Local
5 months ago
Fishermen find body in French Broad, Woodfin police say

The body, which was wrapped in debris and mud, was recovered from the water and taken to Raleigh for examination.

Buncombe County Administration Office
Local
5 months ago
$434.7M Buncombe budget focuses on education, fire districts

The Buncombe County budget proposal now totals $434.7 million, with education, public safety and human services accounting for the bulk of spending

Health & Wellness
5 months ago
Commissioners to hear report on 20 child deaths in Buncombe County

Report details the deaths of 20 children who lived in Buncombe County when they died in 2023.

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