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.

A large metal sculpture depicting a man riding a wheeled pig or dog while carrying a six-shooter and a bouquet of flowers stands at the entrance to the Burton Street community's Peace Gardens & Market.
Local
7 months ago
Strangeville: Large metal man riding a pig-dog in West Asheville

The metal sculpture stands at the entrance to the Burton Street community’s Peace Gardens & Market.

Road Closed sign
Local
7 months ago
I-40 West in Asheville to be closed this weekend

The primary detour will route traffic onto I-240 West starting at Exit 53B.

Local
7 months ago
Officials detail $1.6B Helene recovery effort in WNC

More than 3 million cubic yards of storm debris have been removed from WNC waterways in the months following Helene

Local
7 months ago
Residents question transparency, impact of I-26 Connector changes

The new design elevates I-26 above Patton Avenue.

Health & Wellness
7 months ago
Emergency child care volunteers bring relief to WNC families

National Emergency Child Care Network provides immediate child care services to families who are experiencing an emergency.

Health & Wellness
7 months ago
Owen Pool Community Care Station to close at end of April

Buncombe County is partnering with the community to support access to showers and laundry services.

Local
7 months ago
Swannanoa River Road bus stops to reopen May 4

The remaining bus stops along Swannanoa River Road will resume service Sunday, May 4.

Local
7 months ago
Multi-agency resource center in Hendersonville is moving

The multi-agency resource center at the Blue Ridge Commons complex will move to a new location next week

Local
7 months ago
Pet Connection: Denali

Denali is a big, sweet boy (96 pounds) looking for his forever home.

Local
7 months ago
Want to help shape Swannanoa’s future?

Residents are urged to join Buncombe County officials and the Swannanoa Grassroots Alliance next week to talk about what’s next for Swannanoa.

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