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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
6 months ago
Dry conditions, Helene debris raise wildfire risks in Asheville area

Nearly all wildfires in the state linked to human activity, officials say

Health & Wellness
6 months ago
State wants Immediate Jeopardy status for Mission Hospital

Patient safety lapses, including telemetry and transport failures, cited; Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to make final decision

Local
6 months ago
Sunny, cool week ahead for Asheville area

Sunny days and chilly nights continue; forecasters eye low fire risk and a weekend front

Adam Howell, a coin maker and founder of Countdown Treasure, says a glass jar containing $26,250 worth of American Gold Eagle coins is hidden somewhere in the Blue Ridge — and it’s “in plain sight.”
Local
6 months ago
Father, daughter find $26,000 treasure in Mars Hill forest

Corey and Zoe uncover gold coins on Bailey Mountain Loop, then donate side winnings to Tropical Storm Helene relief

Local
6 months ago
Neighborhood meeting set for North Louisiana affordable housing plan

Meeting on Oct. 20 will cover plans for an affordable one-, two- and three-bedroom apartment project

Local
6 months ago
PHOTOS: Thousands fill Asheville’s Pack Square for ‘No Kings’ rally

Asheville event part of coordinated national protests opposing President Trump and ‘threats to democracy’

Crime & Safety
6 months ago
Man shot and killed in Hendersonville; SBI assisting investigation

Investigators say shooting appears to be isolated incident

Health & Wellness
6 months ago
Rutherford County flock tests positive for avian flu

State officials confirm highly contagious HPAI in backyard poultry; low risk to humans

Local
6 months ago
828 Scoreboard: This week’s high school football results

Find out how your favorite Asheville area teams fared

Crime & Safety
6 months ago
Couple found dead in Fairview home

No suspects or community threat identified in Noble Road case, Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office says

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