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
Cooler, wet weather to continue across Asheville area

Forecasters say heavy rain could bring isolated flash flooding through Saturday

Local
6 months ago
Parkway section between Asheville and Mount Pisgah reopens

Remaining repairs from Tropical Storm Helene near milepost 421 expected to be finished later this summer

Local
6 months ago
North Carolina voter registration cleanup underway

1,400 Buncombe County residents among those urged to confirm records

Community
6 months ago
Apple Festival, King Apple Parade set for Labor Day weekend

Four-day celebration includes street closures, parking changes and events in downtown Hendersonville

Local
6 months ago
FEMA approves another $96M for North Carolina’s Helene recovery

Funds will support more than 200 projects, including road repairs, debris removal and infrastructure restoration

Education
6 months ago
Tips for staying on top as coursework becomes more demanding

As students push themselves with tougher classes, revising study habits and strategies can help them stay on top

Crime & Safety
6 months ago
Man accused of setting fire that destroyed West Asheville home

Man charged with second-degree arson after blaze on Park Lane Avenue; no one inside at time of fire

Crime & Safety
6 months ago
Mulch fire at TBD Landfill sends smoke across Haywood County

Canton officials urge swift action from state, federal agencies over air quality concerns

Housing
6 months ago
Asheville housing trends to be topic of briefing

Experts to discuss supply, demand and affordability at Aug. 26 event

Crime & Safety
6 months ago
Bryson Street closed near Biltmore Avenue because of gas leak

Traffic in the area is expected to be affected

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