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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.

Crime & Safety
6 months ago
Buncombe County man dies in shooting near Madison County line

Investigators say Wednesday’s deadly incident on Kreston Drive was isolated, no ongoing threat to public

Local
6 months ago
Architect to present alternatives for UNCA woods development

Scott Burroughs of This Land Studio unveils community vision for 54-acre site at UNC Asheville

The Buncombe County Board of Elections has outlined procedures for Republican runoff primaries set for May 14 to decide the GOP nominees for N.C. Lieutenant Governor and State Auditor.
Local
6 months ago
Key dates, locations announced for 2025 municipal elections

Weaverville and Woodfin residents to head to the polls Nov. 4; early voting opens Oct. 16

Local
6 months ago
Buncombe County OKs new EMS station, backs conservation efforts

Commissioners approve $500K for paramedic expansion and move forward with farmland preservation goals

Local
6 months ago
Cold front brings rain, cooler weather and possible frost to WNC

Scattered showers today give way to sunny skies, gusty winds and the season’s first hint of frost

Education
6 months ago
Mannequins breathe, talk — even give birth in Mission’s new sim lab

High-tech mannequins, connected classrooms bring hands-on education to life in Asheville hospital

Food & Drink
6 months ago
Taco Tuesday meets National Taco Day in Asheville

Local eateries mark the occasion with discounts, giveaways and creative taco options

Health & Wellness
6 months ago
AdventHealth taps new leader for Western North Carolina hospitals

Daniel Tryon succeeds Brandon Nudd as president and CEO of Hendersonville and Polk campuses

Local
6 months ago
Two crashes close lanes on I-26 near Asheville

Eastbound near Brevard Road closed; westbound near Long Shoals Road partially blocked

Crime & Safety
6 months ago
Swannanoa man convicted of assaulting officers during Trump event

Swannanoa man guilty of assault after pulling knife near rally crowd that included child and veteran

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