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 months ago
Lane closure on I-40 in Haywood County causing delays

A lane closure on eastbound Interstate 40 near U.S. 74 in Haywood County is expected to cause significant traffic delays

Crime & Safety
2 months ago
Community invited to honor fallen firefighter with memorial workout

The 14th annual Bowen Memorial Workout of the Day in honor of fallen Captain Jeff Bowen will be held July 25 and 26.

Local
2 months ago
Asheville sets overnight warmth record as storms threaten Monday

Hot and humid again today in the Asheville area before we, hopefully, get a break during the middle part of the week

Crime & Safety
2 months ago
Escaped Henderson County inmate back in custody

Erick Johnyy Perez, 20, was located and taken back into custody with assistance from the Fletcher Police Department.

Local
2 months ago
Flash flood risk increases with saturated ground

Severe thunderstorms are likely in the Asheville area throughout the weekend, especially during the afternoon and evening hours.

Crime & Safety
2 months ago
Machete-wielding man convicted of Asheville robberies

Lamon Lewis Goggans was convicted of two counts of robbery with a dangerous weapon and one count of attempted robbery with a dangerous weapon

Crime & Safety
2 months ago
Fire officials launch hazard survey in Enka-Candler area

The initiative comes in response to damage caused by Tropical Storm Helene and aims to improve the department’s readiness for emergencies

Local
2 months ago
Swannanoa visioning sessions need your input

If you live, work or are connected to the Swannanoa community, please share your ideas at one of these upcoming events

Local
2 months ago
Helene recovery work to limit access at Riverside Cemetery

Asheville’s Riverside Cemetery will have restricted hours Monday through Friday beginning on July 21 as restoration efforts resume

Crime & Safety
2 months ago
Truck driver sought after road rage incident in Fletcher

The Fletcher Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying the driver of a truck involved in a road rage incident

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