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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.

Gudrun Casper-Leinenkugel
Crime & Safety
6 months ago
Suspect charged in Henderson County killings

Suspect faces two first-degree murder counts and attempted murder charges, sheriff’s office says

Masieuh Dewayne Morgan
Crime & Safety
6 months ago
Asheville police ask for help locating teen facing new felony charges

Detectives say additional victims may be involved in ongoing investigation

Community
6 months ago
Duke Energy to upgrade electric grid in Weaverville

Downtown work expected to begin in February and continue through mid-April, with traffic impacts likely

View from Mount Mitchell looking north/northwest at 8:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 16, 2026
Local
6 months ago
Frigid air, gusty winds bring hazards to Asheville area

Wind chills, fire danger and minor wintry weather expected across Western North Carolina

The PGA TOUR has named Nate Goldsnider event director of the Biltmore Championship Asheville
Local
6 months ago
PGA TOUR names event director for Biltmore Championship Asheville

Nate Goldsnider brings nearly a decade of experience in golf and major sporting events

Education
6 months ago
Some schools in Asheville area delay start times after frigid night

Several districts opt for delayed starts because of concerns about road conditions

Business
6 months ago
Long Verizon outage ends, company offers credit to customers

Wireless voice and data services restored after disruption; users advised to restart devices if problems persist

Local
6 months ago
Teens-level cold prompts pipe freeze warnings in Asheville

City recommends dripping faucets, insulating pipes and keeping thermostats steady

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention The child’s cheek shows the characteristic rash associated with measles.
Health & Wellness
6 months ago
Two new measles cases reported in Buncombe County

State total rises to seven as officials link cases to South Carolina outbreak

According to the Town of Weaverville, the updated water bills feature a new layout with added information intended to make statements clearer and easier to understand.
Local
6 months ago
Weaverville rolls out redesigned water bills

New statements will show usage in gallons, add late-fee box and include a yearlong usage

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