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.

Business
10 months ago
Pratt & Whitney to expand operations, add 325 jobs in Asheville

The company’s expansion project will create 325 jobs and include an additional investment of $285 million in Asheville

Crime & Safety
10 months ago
2 accused of using drugs with child in car arrested after missing court

Two people accused of using drugs with a child in the back seat of a vehicle have been arrested for failing to appear in court

Crime & Safety
10 months ago
California teen named suspect in McDowell High shooting hoax

Authorities believe a 16-year-old in Sacramento, California, made the calling warning of an active shooter at McDowell High last week

Local
10 months ago
Sessions set up to help farmers navigate Helene recovery process

One-day Agriculture Recovery Centers are planned to help North Carolina farmers recover from Helene damage.

Local
10 months ago
Democrats, voting groups: Bid to toss out NC ballots is an attack on democracy

The fight in the nation’s ninth most populous state over the Supreme Court seat is being considered in two court systems.

Crime & Safety
10 months ago
Crime blotter: Safecracker, peeping, explosion investigations

Here are some of the highlights, according to social media posts and news releases.

Local
10 months ago
828 roundup: Presidential visit, Rabbit Rabbit lawsuit

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

Local
10 months ago
Trump proposes ‘getting rid of FEMA’ while visiting North Carolina

“FEMA has been a very big disappointment,” the Republican president said.

Health & Wellness
10 months ago
Asheville water tests mostly clean, report shows

Of flush samples from Asheville water customers, five showed detectable levels of lead, but only two exceeded the action level, city officials said.

Local
10 months ago
Traffic Alert: Swannanoa said to be Presidential visit location

If you plan to get out around midday Friday, maybe reconsider, because President Donald Trump’s planned visit is likely to snarl traffic.