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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
2 weeks ago
Winter conditions persist across Asheville area

Snow, gusty winds expected above 3,500 feet; hazardous roads possible

Black Mountain Public Safety firefighter fire station police
Crime & Safety
2 weeks ago
Black Mountain moves public safety staff after building deemed unsafe

Fire, police staff relocated as officials assess structural damage and next steps

The city of Asheville will begin a monthslong assessment of its stormwater system March 23.
Local
2 weeks ago
Asheville to begin stormwater system assessment

Project will help prioritize repairs and address flooding and erosion concerns

Education
2 weeks ago
Schools adjust schedules as cold follows day of severe storms

Asheville area school districts delay openings, shift to remote learning after day of tornadoes, wind and snow

A sign is seen at the Federal Emergency Management Agency headquarters Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)
Housing
2 weeks ago
FEMA extends housing, rental aid for Helene survivors

Assistance now runs through Sept. 30 as hundreds remain in temporary housing

Local
2 weeks ago
Winter weather advisory issued for Asheville area mountains

Rain expected to change to snow during Monday evening commute

Local
2 weeks ago
Thousands without power in Western North Carolina

Buncombe County hardest hit with more than 1,100 customers without electricity

Business
2 weeks ago
People at Work: Mornings start before sunrise at Ava’s Donuts

Jennifer Mao helps manage the family-run shop in Asheville’s Biltmore Park Town Square

Local
2 weeks ago
Tornado warning issued for parts of Madison and Yancey counties

Radar-indicated rotation reported near Mars Hill as storm moves toward Burnsville

Local
2 weeks ago
Severe thunderstorm warning issued for parts of Buncombe County

Radar shows storms moving east at 40 mph across Western North Carolina

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