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.

Education
10 months ago
Number of homeless students soars after Helene slams Asheville Area

Reports list more than 1,300 students in Buncombe County Schools as being without permanent homes.

National Weather Service radar 12-11-24
Local
10 months ago
Snow, high winds back in the Asheville area forecast

Some forecast models show minor snow accumulations even in the Asheville area.

Burnout operations on the Buck Creek Fire. (Photo credit: Dana Hodde and Chris Brubaker/U.S. Forest Service)
news
10 months ago
518-acre Buck Creek Fire 100 percent contained

Significant rainfall extinguished the remaining heat on the Buck Creek Fire, the U.S. Forest Service says

Lee Burgess Wheeler, 64, has been charged with assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill. He is being held in the Buncombe County Detention Facility under no bond.
Crime & Safety
10 months ago
Woman shot, suspect taken into custody

Charges are pending in the case, the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office said

Education
10 months ago
School closings and delays in the Asheville area

With rain moving out and sub-freezing air moving in, any snow-covered or wet roads are likely to be slick

Rotary Club Asheville Helene disaster assistance
Local
10 months ago
Rotary Club of Asheville offers disaster relief grants

Rotary Clubs around the U.S. and Canada and individuals have contributed more than $150,000 to support the grant initiative

Buncombe County housing recovery grant Swannanoa Dec. 10, 2024
Housing
10 months ago
Buncombe County launches Helene recovery grant

Here’s where you may apply for a Helene Recovery Housing Assistance Grant, which will provide help with rent, mortgage or utility payments

The Santa Pal Toy Drive is collecting new, unwrapped toys, coats and blankets for children ages 2–12. Donations can be made at multiple drop-off locations in Asheville through Wednesday​.
news
10 months ago
Places in Asheville area to join in toy drives, Christmas help

Here are some ongoing toy drives in the Asheville area that you can participate in to help local children and families

Tent in Swannanoa on Dec. 10, 2024
Housing
10 months ago
Officials address stories of people living in tents in wake of Helene

Reports are being shared and elevated through social media, often by people from all over the country, who may or may not be on the ground in the region, officials said

Foggy day Fletcher
Local
10 months ago
Rain, some heavy, to give way to colder temperatures

Find out when the rain ends and the frigid temperatures arrive

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