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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.

Entertainment
4 months ago
Zombie movie ’28 Years Later: The Bone Temple’ has braaaains – 828reviewsNOW

Following Danny Boyle and Alex Garland’s return to the “28 Days Later” franchise last summer, director Nia DaCosta brings her own gruesome, meditative take to the zombie series with “28 Years Later: The Bone Temple.” Read our review for more.

Entertainment
4 months ago
Surprises, snubs and ‘Sinners’: Unpacking the 2026 Oscar nominations

The nominees for the 98th Academy Awards were presented Thursday morning by Danielle Brooks and Warren Wilson College alum Lewis Pullman, kicking off the race to Oscar gold this March. Read our breakdown of the surprises and snubs from the announcement.

Arts & Culture
4 months ago
Cult leader: How Cagney Larkin built a community for cult horror fans

Asheville Pizza & Brewing Company has been a reliable locale for grabbing a beer, seeing a movie and eating a gigantic slice of pizza for years. Since October 2025, Cagney Larkin has made the theater the go-to spot for a good scare, too.

Lifestyle
4 months ago
Long live the King: Elvis the Skunk passes away at WNC Nature Center

The Western North Carolina Nature Center has lost one of its rockstar animals. This week, Elvis the Striped Skunk passed away at the age of 8, following a recent decline in health.

Business
4 months ago
Renovation causes section of White Horse Black Mountain to collapse

A section of local music venue White Horse Black Mountain collapsed earlier today during construction work on the building. No one was injured during the accident.

Crime & Safety
4 months ago
8-acre wildfire breaks out in Leicester

A wildfire sparked this morning in the Leicester, N.C. area, drawing attention from passersby and local fire response teams.

Food & Drink
4 months ago
In case of power outage, make a food plan before the winter storm

This weekend, a major winter storm is forecast to hit the Asheville area. With power outages in play, get ahead of the snow by preparing a practical food plan.

Food & Drink
4 months ago
Asheville Restaurant Week returns with a double helping of deals

Asheville Restaurant Week is an annual, week-long celebration of Asheville cuisine featuring special menus and offers from over 50 participating restaurants. This year, Asheville Restaurant Week will be held twice, from Jan. 20-26 and Feb. 17-23.

Community
4 months ago
H.K. Edgerton, Confederate activist and former NAACP leader, dies at 77

Harold Kenneth “H.K.” Edgerton, former president of the Asheville branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) and a vocal advocate for the preservation of Confederate history, has passed away at the age of 77. 

Outdoors
4 months ago
Hikes of WNC: South Slope Mural Trail

Sometimes you don’t want to travel too far for a good hike. Fortunately, downtown Asheville is home to a two mile urban trail, the South Slope Mural Trail, home to many local businesses covered with interesting artwork. It’s like taking a hike and visiting an art gallery at the same time!

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