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.

Santa Pal Toy Drive
Local
10 months ago
Asheville Media Group launches Santa Pal Toy Drive

Together, let’s make this holiday season bright for every child in Asheville!

Crossnore Crossnore Child and Family Therapy Supervisor Betsy Neill and Norm, the emotional support dog
Education
10 months ago
Crossnore weaves whole child care into robust continuum of care

Crossnore works to create a sanctuary of hope and healing for children and families.

STR Alliance Helene
Housing
10 months ago
STR Alliance offers emergency accommodations after Helene

The NC STR Alliance is connecting local residents who have been displaced by Hurricane Helene with hosts who may have availability to host them.

Metro Thanksgiving
Local
10 months ago
Thanksgiving meal options in Asheville

The vibrant culinary scene in the Asheville area has dine-in and takeout options for Thanksgiving

828 forecast
Local
10 months ago
The 828 forecast for the upcoming week

A couple weather fronts will increase the chance of rain next week.

Business
10 months ago
Estimates put Buncombe’s tourism business losses from Helene at about $584M

Preliminary estimates indicate Buncombe County’s visitor economy may experience a 70 percent fourth-quarter decline

Snow Alexander
Local
10 months ago
Snow falls across Asheville area

Several inches of snow are expected to fall in the higher elevations around Asheville.

Tyson Emrys Neal Pike Helene looting Black Mountain
Crime & Safety
10 months ago
Buncombe County man accused of looting from Helene victims

Deputies recovered four stolen firearms, stolen IDs and credit cards belonging to the victims after executing search warrants in the case

Local
10 months ago
Overnight closure planned for I-26 East near Asheville

During the closure, crews will shift traffic from old asphalt to new concrete between Brevard Road and the bridge over the French Broad River

Crime & Safety
10 months ago
Asheville police request public’s help after shooting

One person was reported to have been found at Mission Hospital with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound

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