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.

news
1 year ago
Fletcher man killed by deputy; daughter found safe

A Fletcher man who was last seen earlier this month with his daughter was shot and killed Friday, Dec. 20, in Haywood County.

Local
1 year ago
New slope failure will delay reopening of I-40

Another chunk of asphalt fell away from an eastbound lane of I-40 in the Pigeon River Gorge last, which will delay the reopening of the interstate.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
828 crime blotter: Camper theft, passing a school bus

Here are some of the highlights, according to social media posts and news releases.

Local
1 year ago
828 roundup: A shooting, a stabbing, flood-damaged parks

Here’s a look at the top local news stories from 828newsNOW this week.

news
1 year ago
Attempted murder charges added in Candler shooting

More charges have been filed in a shooting that sent a woman to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries

Winter weather
Local
1 year ago
Clouds, snow could make travel dicey later today

Be careful if you’re going to be out this afternoon or tonight

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Arden man sought in child sex assault case

Jose Arnoldo Gutierrez, 46, of Arden is charged with indecent liberties with a minor.

Local
1 year ago
Be flexible with those holiday dishes, West Village Market owner says

Punch and 7-layer dip may be the perfect solution to making something for everyone at a party or get-together.

Santa Pals is the longest-running Christmas charity in Asheville and surrounding areas.
Local
1 year ago
Santa Pal gives toys, food, coats to hundreds in Asheville area

Santa Pals is the longest-running Christmas charity in Asheville and surrounding areas.

Snow Alexander
Local
1 year ago
More snow on the way to Asheville area

A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for several counties in Western North Carolina