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
2 years ago
I-26 Connector claims three more properties on Riverside Drive

Three property owners along Riverside Drive have sold their land to make way for the I-26 Connector project, state officials said

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Man pleads guilty in murder-for-hire, indecent liberties case

The case stemmed from allegations of an alleged relationship with a teenager when he was 22 years old.

Health & Wellness
2 years ago
Advisory issued for Haywood creeks, river after fuel spill

A recreational water advisory has been issued for several Haywood County waterways after a diesel fuel spill.

school bus weather closures
Education
2 years ago
27 apply for vacant Buncombe County Schools board seat

The Buncombe County Board of Education has a vacancy, and more than two dozen people want to fill it.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Nebo couple arrested on drug charges

Complaints to the sheriff’s office about drug activity led to the arrest of a Nebo couple.

Local
2 years ago
State rules Asheville firefighter’s cancer death in line-of-duty

Commission’s ruling highlights cancer as the leading cause of death among firefighters and could benefit his surviving family.

Local
2 years ago
Fallen service members honored in Black Mountain

“Each headstone represents a story of bravery and sacrifice.” — Joanna Weber

Local
2 years ago
Memorial Day events scheduled throughout the region

Here’s where you can honor the fallen and commemorate Memorial Day across Western North Carolina.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Florida man sentenced in Asheville assault case

An observant airport employee noticed a woman with severe bruising and swelling and notified authorities.

Arts & Culture
2 years ago
Salvage Station fans saddened by venue’s forced relocation

An event at Asheville’s Salvage Station on Thursday night was bittersweet for some who braved the rain to attend.