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
7 months ago
Goodwill fire rekindles briefly as officials probe cause

A report from West Buncombe Assistant Chief Jared Gudger said 207,900 gallons of water was shuttled by tankers to the scene.

Business
7 months ago
Gov. Stein visits Clyde, touts downtown revitalization efforts

“Western North Carolina is open for business.” — Gov. Josh Stein

Local
7 months ago
1 dead, 3 rescued in separate Pisgah Forest incidents

Burke County search and rescue teams responded to three separate emergencies across Pisgah National Forest in a 24-hour period

Business
8 months ago
Hearing set for proposed 51-acre mine in Bakersville

Horizon 30 has submitted application No. 61-22 to operate Carter Quarry, a construction aggregate mine that would span 50.8 acres with a proposed excavation depth of 550 feet

Crime & Safety
8 months ago
Traffic stop turns into pursuit, ends in arrest on Patton Avenue

A Burnsville man was arrested Monday afternoon after fleeing a traffic stop in Asheville, striking two vehicles and leading troopers on a brief pursuit

Local
8 months ago
UPDATE: Strong storm moving through Buncombe County

Western North Carolina is in for a sweltering stretch of weather this week, with high temperatures and daily chances of strong to severe thunderstorms

Business
8 months ago
Asheville Goodwill to reopen today after warehouse fire

The Goodwill on Patton Avenue in Asheville plans to reopen Tuesday, one day after a fire destroyed a warehouse behind the main facility.

Business
8 months ago
City unveils temporary disc golf course at Asheville Muni

The Asheville Municipal Golf Course is turning part of its storm-damaged fairways into Western North Carolina’s newest disc golf destination

Crime & Safety
8 months ago
Fugitive from Alabama, local woman arrested by Asheville police

Asheville police arrested two individuals with active warrants Thursday night during a crime prevention operation

Local
8 months ago
I-40 West crash causes major delays near Exit 55

A crash on I-40 westbound near Exit 55 at Porters Cove Road is causing significant traffic delays this morning

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