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.

Michael Shope
news
9 months 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.

NCDOT I-40 slope failure near Tennessee line
Local
9 months 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
9 months 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
9 months ago
828 roundup: A shooting, a stabbing, flood-damaged parks

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

Lee Burgess Wheeler, 64, has been charged with assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill. He is being held in the Buncombe County Detention Facility under no bond.
news
9 months 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
9 months ago
Clouds, snow could make travel dicey later today

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

Jose Arnoldo Gutierrez, 46, of Arden is charged with indecent liberties with a minor.
Crime & Safety
9 months ago
Arden man sought in child sex assault case

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

Metro West Village Market
Local
9 months 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
9 months 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
9 months ago
More snow on the way to Asheville area

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

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