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.

Henderson County Sheriff's Office
Crime & Safety
3 months ago
Operation Fowl Play nets 8 arrests in Henderson County

Sheriff’s office, state corrections officials target non-compliant registered sex offenders

Crime & Safety
3 months ago
Detainee recaptured after escape from Buncombe County jail

Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office reviewing procedures following morning breakout

Crime & Safety
3 months ago
Woman charged with stealing truck from Fletcher warehouse

Henderson County deputies spotted stolen vehicle while on unrelated call

Local
3 months ago
Caution urged for Thanksgiving travel on I-40 in Pigeon River Gorge

One lane in each direction, reduced speeds and no shoulders remain in construction zone

Local
3 months ago
Thanksgiving cold snap to bring dangerous winds to Asheville area

Wind chills in the teens, 55 mph gusts and increased fire danger expected across the mountains

Crime & Safety
3 months ago
Asheville police use drone, K9 to catch armed robbery suspect

Officers say a drone and K9 team located the armed suspect in a wooded area after a robbery on Tunnel Road

Business
3 months ago
Shopping local matters more than ever in Asheville area

Galleries, farmers markets and holiday pop-ups say supporting small businesses is key to rebuilding economy after Tropical Storm Helene

Education
3 months ago
Cybersecurity issue forces closure of Jackson County schools

District moves to protect sensitive information while technicians restore critical services

Business
3 months ago
Terra Nova Beer Co. to close by year’s end

Owners thank staff and community, encourage customers to visit Asheville, Swannanoa sites before year’s end

Food & Drink
3 months ago
Thanksgiving without the turkey: Alternative main dishes for a holiday feast

From ham and prime rib to lamb and seafood, here are festive centerpiece ideas for a nontraditional Thanksgiving table

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