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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
8 months ago
North Lexington Avenue sidewalks set for full replacement

Public invited to weigh in as city of Asheville plans upgrades to meet ADA standards

Local
8 months ago
Asheville area farms spotlighted during CSA Month

March 12 fair to highlight produce, meat and flower shares available in Buncombe County

Crime & Safety
8 months ago
Escapee who forced woman to drive to Asheville gets 33-43 years

Jury convicts habitual felon in 2024 kidnapping that ended in Buncombe County woods

Crime & Safety
8 months ago
Asheville man to spend more than decade in prison in trafficking cases

Judge imposes consecutive sentences and $1.25 million in fines following two investigations

Local
8 months ago
America250 event at Pack Library digs into Western North Carolina’s story

Daylong program in Asheville features historians, film screening and live readings focused on North Carolina’s past

Local
8 months ago
Buncombe commissioners OK tennis court project, FEMA funds

Nearly $1.4 million in FEMA money will help local agencies; lottery funds cover most of $1.5M school project

Local
8 months ago
Near-record heat possible Friday in Asheville area

Rain likely late week, with colder temperatures and wintry mix this weekend

Early voting is underway in Buncombe County for North Carolina’s March 3 primary election, with more than 4,300 ballots cast during the first three reporting days.
Local
8 months ago
Democrats lead early voting turnout in Buncombe County primary

More than 4,300 ballots cast; South Buncombe and Weaverville sites see highest turnout

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Local
8 months ago
Today is last day to request absentee ballot for March primary

Buncombe County Election Services reminds voters of 5 p.m. cutoff

Local
8 months ago
Two crashes snarl traffic in Candler area Monday afternoon

Interstate 40 lane closure and Smokey Park Highway shutdown cause major delays

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