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.

On The Town
5 months ago
Asheville Art Museum reflects on art history with ‘Black Mirror’ exhibit

The newest exhibition at Asheville Art Museum, “Coatlicue & Las Meninas: The Stanford Edition,” combines Aztec and Spanish artwork into a massive reflective glass panel.

On The Town
5 months ago
Kayla E., ‘Precious Rubbish’ and finding closure through cartooning

North Carolina artist Kayla E. published her first book, a graphic novel called “Precious Rubbish,” earlier this month. E. will present “Precious Rubbish” in conversation with local author Tessa Fontaine at 6 p.m., Wednesday, April 16 at Malaprop’s Bookstore.

Business
5 months ago
Soon-to-close Cheap Joe’s will be taken over by new art company

A new art supply company will be moving into the space left by Cheap Joe’s Art Stuff in Asheville, the company announced yesterday on social media.

On The Town
5 months ago
Hendo Earth Fest plants seeds of eco-awareness with annual festival

Hendersonville will begin to celebrate Earth Day a little early this year with the third annual Hendo Earth Fest, Saturday, April 19.

Pets
5 months ago
Asheville Humane Thrift Store to throw first annual Springfest

The Asheville Humane Society Thrift Store is promising a “tail-wagging good time” at their inaugural Springfest event.

Perspectives
5 months ago
5 new movies to stream, see or skip in April 2025 – 828reviewsNOW

With so many films vying for attention, it’s hard to know what’s worth seeking out. Consult our helpful guide below for the new movies to see, stream and skip in April 2025.

Education
5 months ago
Meet Darryl Fox, welding teacher and 2026 BCS Teacher of the Year

Darryl Fox, a welding teacher at North Buncombe High School, was named the 2026 Buncombe County Schools Teacher of the Year in a ceremony last night, Thursday, April 10.

On The Town
5 months ago
Chill out with sweet promotions at two frozen dessert spots next week

Kona Ice and Jeremiah’s Italian Ice are celebrating Tax Day and a spring fling next week with discounts and free treats.

Outdoors
5 months ago
How Civil Air Patrol flew to the rescue during the N.C. wildfires

During the height of the wildfires that have swept through western North Carolina in recent weeks, a group of volunteer pilots served a vital role in dousing the flames.

Music
5 months ago
Hendersonville unveils 2025 lineup for Rhythm & Brews concert series

Rhythm & Brews takes to the streets of Hendersonville on the first Thursday of every month, beginning in June and extending through October.

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