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.

Crime & Safety
5 months ago
Suspect from last week’s armed robbery apprehended in Charlotte

Keithan Deshun Whitmire, 42, was booked into the Mecklenburg County Detention Facility on April 2nd.

On The Town
5 months ago
Hendersonville honors emerging artists with Betty Taylor award exhibit

Hannah Gambino and Dalleen Jackson-McClasky were the 2024 awardees of the annual arts grant. Their artwork will be exhibited from 4 to 6 p.m., Saturday, April 5 at Art Mob, 124 4th Avenue East, Hendersonville.

Health & Wellness
5 months ago
Firehouse Subs grants $35,000 equipment grant to Weaverville Fire Department

The Weaverville Fire Department has received a $35,145 grant from Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation for the purchase of a new Zodiac rescue boat, a motor, a trailer and accessories.

Pets
5 months ago
Rest-purr-aunt week: Asheville Humane Society ‘Dine to Be Kind’ begins

The yearly event sees dozens of Asheville-area restaurants partner with Asheville Humane. This year, the event will run from Tuesday, April 1 to Sunday, April 6.

Music
5 months ago
‘Something to inspire’: Mars Hill songwriter shares post-Helene tribute

Kate Sorrells, 33, is a singer and vocal coach living in Nashville, Tennessee. Her song, “Mountain Strong,” is a ballad about the resilience of the Appalachian people.

Crime & Safety
5 months ago
Machete-wielding cinnamon bun and incense thief apprehended by APD

Jeffrey Dewayne Bradburn, 33, was arrested without incident and charged with robbery with dangerous weapon, shoplifting concealment goods and possession of drug paraphernalia.

news
5 months ago
April concert calendar: Live music in Asheville area this month

Asheville boasts a vibrant live music scene with venues catering to a wide array of music taste. Check out the bands coming to nine different concert venues this April.

Business
5 months ago
The Flying Squirrel Pub takes flight in Voodoo Brewing rebrand

Voodoo Brewing Co. is a franchise brewpub located off of Sweeten Creek Road. On April 10, Voodoo will reopen as the rebranded and independently-owned The Flying Squirrel Pub.

Crime & Safety
5 months ago
Attempted murder near French Broad River ends in arrest

Elijah Paul Foster, 32, was charged with assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill or inflict serious injury, as well as attempted first degree murder.

On The Town
6 months ago
Goodwill on the runway: The ‘Color Me Asheville’ fashion show

The rebranded “Color Me Asheville” fashion show will give 100% of its proceeds directly to BeLoved Asheville, a signature nonprofit aiding the community after the devastation of Hurricane Helene.

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