Pruett Norris

Pruett Norris is a staff reporter and film critic for 828newsNOW. He is a member of the North Carolina Film Critics Association (NCFCA) and graduated from Appalachian State University with degrees in English and Electronic Media/Broadcasting. He enjoys vampire movies, Scrabble and hanging out with his cat, Tommy Chainsaw. Contact him at pruett@828newsNOW.com.

Obituaries
3 months ago
Estate sale of philanthropic cat museum founder features all manner of meow-morabilia

Dr. Harold “Catman” Sims passed away on November 17, 2024, at the age of 89. The American Museum of the House Cat and Catman2 Shelter founder’s estate sale will feature many pieces of his collected artwork and antiques.

On The Town
3 months ago
From diamonds to dinosaur poop, M.A.G.M.A. has it all at Swannanoa gem show

Gem lovers, fossil hunters and crystal enthusiasts mark your calendars: the Mountain Area Gem and Mineral Association will host its latest trade show this weekend in Swannanoa.

(Courtesy: Andrew Plyler) A selfie with Alex "The Catman" McPherson taken in East Asheville.
Obituaries
3 months ago
Asheville icon: Remembering Alex ‘The Catman’ McPherson

Alex “The Catman” McPherson, nicknamed for his inseparable bond with his late cat, Thomas, was a loving member of the Asheville community. Following his death earlier this month, 828newsNOW is proud to share stories from the community about The Catman.

Business
3 months ago
CAVA comeback: Mediterranean fast-casual reopens in Biltmore Village

As the city recovers from the flooding and destruction caused by Hurricane Helene, businesses have slowly but surely returned to the Biltmore Village neighborhood outside downtown Asheville. The Biltmore Village CAVA is the latest.

Outdoors
3 months ago
‘Shakespeare’s sitcom’: Montford Park Players present ‘The Merry Wives of Windsor’

Though recent weather has done its best to throw them off, the Montford Park Players laugh through the rain as they continue their 53rd season, “A Season of Lunatics, Lovers & Poets,” with Shakespearean comedy “The Merry Wives of Windsor.”

On The Town
3 months ago
Take Root Festival: Root Cause Farm grows community in their garden

Root Cause Farm is a volunteer-based nonprofit dedicated to combatting food insecurity through growing and giving away free, fresh produce. This weekend, the Take Root Festival is an opportunity for the community to give back to them.

On The Town
3 months ago
‘On the Fly’: Cayla Clark, Ryan Gordon on crowd work and improv comedy

Local comedian superstars Cayla Clark and Ryan Gordon will return to headline The Montford Rooftop Bar for an all-crowd work, all-improv show. The two described their preparation process in our interview.

On The Town
3 months ago
Grovewood Gallery brings fine art outdoors for Enchanted Garden show

While the work of hundreds of artists populate the gallery inside, eight different artists have brought their work out into the Grovewood Gallery garden. Grovewood Village will host the Enchanted Garden Art Show from Saturday, June 14 to Sunday, September 21.

On The Town
3 months ago
Independence Day on the South Slope: ADA plans July 4 block party

The family-friendly festivities will run from 5 to 10 p.m., Friday, July 4 in the South Slope district, spanning Coxe Avenue, Banks Avenue and Buxton Avenue for the pedestrian-only event.

Perspectives
3 months ago
‘Materialists’ is a match made in heaven for Celine Song fans – 828reviewsNOW

Celine Song follows up her Oscar-nominated “Past Lives” with “Materialists,” a new romantic drama about a professional matchmaker, her wealthy suitor and a lovable ex. Read our review now.

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