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.

Asheville Police
Crime & Safety
7 months ago
Asheville police investigate 4th shooting in a week

One person was hospitalized after gunfire erupted on John Street in Asheville

Local
7 months ago
Prather outlines Stein’s vetoes ahead of possible override votes

North Carolina lawmakers are preparing to return to Raleigh next week to consider a slate of vetoed legislation

Crime & Safety
7 months ago
1 injured in early morning shooting at Asheville apartment complex

The suffered non-life-threatening injuries to the wrist and knee, police said

Local
7 months ago
Polly, the missing cow, found safe in Leicester

Polly was discovered Wednesday in a community pasture near the area where she disappeared

Education
7 months ago
Asheville teen organizes blood drives ahead of college move

Ever van Rijssen, who served as a drum major in the Reynolds High School marching band, has partnered with the American Red Cross to host two events.

Crime & Safety
7 months ago
2 hurt in West Asheville robbery, assault

Police say the assault started as a verbal argument between two men inside the business on Smokey Park Highway

Local
7 months ago
Pet Connection: Lunch Money

A sweet, cuddly pup named Lunch Money is looking for a forever home

Crime & Safety
7 months ago
21-year-old man accused of killing father in Yancey County

The incident happened early Tuesday morning in the Ferguson Hill area

Entertainment
7 months ago
Summer returns to NC Arboretum with trail access, live music

Live music, food trucks and hiking highlight summer at the NC Arboretum in Asheville

Local
7 months ago
Weinert appointed chair as new election board takes office

Members of the Buncombe County Board of Elections were sworn in Tuesday to begin a new two-year term overseeing the administration of local elections.

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