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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.

Education
4 months ago
Buncombe County Schools plans free, family-friendly STEAM Day

STEAM Day, a free, family-friendly event featuring all sorts of science, technology, engineering, arts and math, will be held this weekend at Nesbitt Discovery Academy.

Business
4 months ago
Huey Magoo’s Weaverville marks grand opening with Free Chicken for a Year contest

Huey Magoo’s, a fast-casual chain specializing in chicken tenders, is marking their Weaverville grand opening with giveaways, a BOGO deal and a chance for all customers to win Free Chicken for a Year.

Music
4 months ago
Chatt Hills Music sets 2026 Riverside Concert Series lineup

Chatt Hills Music has announced its sixth Riverside Concert Series season at the Olivette Riverside Pavilion. The outdoor concerts, positioned right along the French Broad River, will begin this April.

Food & Drink
4 months ago
The Hop to celebrate ‘beauty of the irrational’ for Pi Day

The Hop Ice Cream Café has planned an irrational celebration for Pi Day, March 14, which honors the mathematical constant π.

Arts & Culture
4 months ago
Going for gold: Oscars 2026 predictions and a printable ballot

The 98th Academy Awards are almost here. Before Hollywood’s biggest night commences, take a look at our predictions for what will win and what should win Oscar gold. Plus, print out a ballot to play alongside our predictions.

On The Town
4 months ago
New books, Old Fort: McDowell County to host literature festival

McDowell County is officially home to its very own book festival. The first ever McDowell Literary Festival will be held on April 25 in Marion, Old Fort and Little Switzerland, just in time for Independent Bookstore Day.

Community
4 months ago
Bill Hart named Water Resources Director after 16 years with department

Bill Hart, who has served as Interim Water Resources Director since David Melton left the post in August 2025, has been officially named Water Resources Director for Asheville’s Water Resources Department.

Health & Wellness
4 months ago
Put on your running shoes: March race calendar in Asheville and WNC

For those feeling a spring in their step as spring approaches, consider registering for a footrace in Western North Carolina.

Entertainment
5 months ago
3 movies to see, stream or skip in March 2026

A Pixar movie about beavers, humans and the bonds between them. A scathing documentary about the Alabama prison system. The latest installment in a long-running horror franchise. Which should you see, stream or skip? Find out in our review.

Outdoors
5 months ago
Hikes of WNC: Hardtimes Connector Trail in Bent Creek Experimental Forest

Bent Creek Experimental Forest has a wealth of hiking trails. One that is an especially good time is the Hardtimes Connector Trail, which connects with Deer Lake Lodge Loop for a solid 2 mile hike.

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