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.

Grove Arcade Christmas lights
Business
11 months ago
Places to go, things to do this holiday season in Asheville

Asheville is open, and area artists, chefs and business owners invite visitors to return.

Metro PyroWright fireworks safety tips
Health & Wellness
11 months ago
How to handle fireworks safely

Though fireworks are awe-inspiring, they’re also dangerous, which is why people should be careful handling them.

An officer stands outside the apartment complex where a double homicide was committed earlier today, Monday, Dec. 16.
Crime & Safety
11 months ago
One victim in fatal Asheville shooting identified

Authorities have identified one person who was killed in a shooting Monday, Dec. 16, in Asheville.

news
11 months ago
FEMA wants to hire locals to help with Helene recovery

FEMA is holding a job fair Wednesday to hire staff to support long-term recovery efforts from Tropical Storm Helene.

Crime & Safety
11 months ago
Nearly $4 million in meth, 20 guns seized in McDowell County

The arrests came after a monthslong investigation by several agencies

news
11 months ago
Helene volunteer arrested in Pensacola community for cocaine trafficking

Kelly Daly was reportedly in possession of nearly 1 kilogram of cocaine.

Local
11 months ago
I-26 West traffic shift planned for overnight in Buncombe County

Plans are for drivers on a stretch of I-26 West to be cruising on smooth concrete come Tuesday morning.

news
11 months ago
Holly Jolly Train Rides take off Saturday in Hendersonville

The public is invited to celebrate with the Holly Jolly Train Rides at the Historic Courthouse on Saturday, Dec. 21.

Metro scam alert
Crime & Safety
11 months ago
Scam calls increase, Asheville police warn

Asheville police are alerting the community about a significant increase in scam calls targeting residents.

Crime & Safety
11 months ago
8 arrested in sex offender check in Henderson County

Several people were arrested in Henderson County last week when authorities conducted residence verification checks of sex offenders