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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
Biltmore Championship to bring PGA TOUR back to Asheville

Asheville’s first PGA TOUR event in more than 80 years is set for Sept. 17-20 at the Jack Nicklaus-designed The Cliffs at Walnut Cove

Local
8 months ago
Cold front slams NC mountains with snow, 30 mph wind gusts

Snow expected to ramp up Monday afternoon, with dangerous wind chills and icy spots likely overnight

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

Many schools in Western North Carolina have opted for delays or remote learning because of hazardous travel conditions

Housing
8 months ago
10 easy ways to keep your Asheville home warm this winter

Stay cozy this winter! Discover 10 easy, affordable ways to keep your Asheville home warm and energy-efficient all season long

Local
8 months ago
Smokies could get more than a foot of snow, forecasters say

Winter Storm Warning, multiple advisories issued as winds strengthen and temperatures tumble across Asheville area

Local
8 months ago
Cold-weather car hacks for Asheville area drivers

As temperatures drop across the Blue Ridge, here’s how to prevent frozen windows, protect your vehicle and stay road-ready all winter long

Local
8 months ago
828 Scoreboard: This week’s high school football results

Find out how your favorite Asheville area teams fared

Community
8 months ago
Asheville-area holiday events light up the season

From parades to markets, festive lights and community celebrations — WNC is getting into the spirit of the holiday season

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Local
8 months ago
Plan ahead: Weekend travel disruptions hit Asheville area

Snow and ice shut parkway, while bridge work and detours slow I-40 and I-26 traffic

Local
8 months ago
From 70s to snowflakes: Asheville’s weather set for wild weekend swing

Warm start Friday will turn into midwinter cold by Monday morning — with a chance of mountain flurries

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