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.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Man pleads guilty to assaulting Buncombe County jail officer

Darrell Edward King II will spend at least two years in prison for an assault on a detention employee.

Local
1 year ago
Vance Monument reduced to a pile of bricks

Once the legal drama is over, memories and photos will likely be all that are left of the Vance Monumnent.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Felon arrested on gun, parole violation charges

A man convicted in a shooting about three years ago was arrested on other charges Thursday.

Business
1 year ago
Idled Canton paper mill has a prospective buyer

Spirtas Worldwide has signed a letter of intent to purchase the Pactiv Evergreen property in Canton.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Man charged with crimes 114 times is back in custody in Asheville

A man who has been charged with crimes at least 114 times, including twice this year, is back in custody.

Local
1 year ago
Memorial for fallen officers planned Thursday in Hendersonville

A memorial for fallen law enforcement officers is planned for 6 p.m. Thursday in front of the Henderson County Courthouse .

Local
1 year ago
Neighbors press city to rebuild Malvern Hills Pool

Malvern Hills community residents have rallied to get city officials to set aside $3 million to bring back a cherished summer splash site.

Local
1 year ago
Judge denies restraining order, dismisses lawsuit in Vance Monument case

On Wednesday, a judge denied a motion for a restraining order halting the continued dismantlement of Vance Monument.

Business
1 year ago
Construction makes it tricky navigating Asheville’s airport

Construction at Asheville Regional Airport is causing some changes, and travelers should plan accordingly.

Health & Wellness
1 year ago
After legal victory, AdventHealth advances on Weaverville hospital

An administrative judge’s 50-page ruling details the challenge from Mission Health that AdventHealth’s plan ultimately survived.