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.

Music
3 months ago
‘Like Elvis in his prime’: Tyler Christopher brings the King to Wortham Center

Tyler Christopher, an award-winning Elvis Tribute Artist, will soon bring his signature showmanship to the Asheville stage with “The Return of the King: An Unrivaled Tribute to Elvis.” The show will be held at 7 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 30, at the Wortham Center for the Performing Arts.

Pets
3 months ago
Dr. Wholittle? New doctor joins The Animal Hospital at Reems Creek team

Dr. Mary Robison joined the hospital staff on June 30, 2025, joining Dr. Ryan Hammonds and Dr. Jami Van Hamel as the veterinary team tending to the furry friends of Weaverville.

Food & Drink
3 months ago
Farm Burger South Asheville teams with local farms for rotating brunch menu

Farm Burger South Asheville has introduced a new, weekly brunch menu designed to spotlight local farm ingredients in breakfast combinations. The breakfast items will be available from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. every Sunday.

Entertainment
3 months ago
Fantastic… fine: ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ review – 828reviewsNOW

“The Fantastic Four: First Steps” may be better than previous attempts at bringing Marvel’s First Family to the big screen, but it falls short of anything truly fantastic. Read our review of the new Marvel movie, starring Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Ebon Moss-Bachrach and Joseph Quinn.

Community
3 months ago
Biltmore Village update: How is the historic district after Helene?

During the flooding caused by Hurricane Helene in late September 2024, the Biltmore Village district of South Asheville was submerged in as much as 20 feet of water. However, just shy of a year later, things are looking up for the historic neighborhood.

Entertainment
3 months ago
Review: ‘Unto These Hills’ is a powerful showcase of Cherokee culture

“Unto These Hills” has been running in Cherokee, N.C. for 75 years. The outdoor drama, chronicling the formation of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians and the tragedy of the Trail of Tears, is a tour-de-force of Cherokee culture and a defining example of the unique power of open-air theater.

Arts & Culture
3 months ago
Helene relief for the arts: Available grants for artists, musicians, more

Several artist support grants with approaching deadlines this August and September are now open for application, including several for those impacted by Hurricane Helene.

Crime & Safety
3 months ago
Live grenade found in vehicle of suspected burglar

The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office have arrested a man carrying a live grenade in his vehicle during a Candler breaking and entering attempt.

Music
3 months ago
Asheville radio personalities remember Ozzy Osbourne, Black Sabbath frontman

Ozzy Osbourne, the frontman of metal band Black Sabbath and self-styled “Prince of Darkness,” passed away on Tuesday, July 22 at the age of 76. Asheville Media Group radio personalities shared their tributes to the late musician with 828newsNOW.

Community
3 months ago
Renovated Swannanoa Ingles announced after months of closure

After months of uncertainty, Ingles Markets has officially taken a meeting with county planners about reopening a grocery store in Swannanoa, N.C., according to Jennifer Horton, a District 1 county commissioner in Buncombe County.

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