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.

Business
9 months ago
‘Free meal to every Holocaust survivor’ pledges Montford Deli owner

Montford Deli owner David Sweeting pledged free meals to every Holocaust survivor in heartfelt apology statement.

Sports
9 months ago
Celebrity tennis benefit raised over $1 million for WNC nonprofits

100% of all the Stars Servin’ Up Love proceeds will benefit the Always Asheville Fund, United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County, Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity and Asheville Tennis Association.

Perspectives
9 months ago
‘What’s going on here?’: Edwards team addresses community concerns

Congressman Chuck Edwards sent out his mobile office, the Carolina Cruiser, today, Feb. 4, to address community concerns in Woodfin. Citizens came prepared with questions about FEMA and Elon Musk.

Business
9 months ago
Black bear businesses: February is Love Asheville, Go Local month

Go Local Asheville is an annual fundraiser for local public schools that unites over 600 local businesses. A Go Local card costs $25 and offers a perk or discount at every business listed in the directory. February celebrates Love Asheville, Go Local month in town, bringing special attention to the organization.

Pets
9 months ago
Happy Valentine’s Dog: Celebrate puppy love at Cupid’s Canine Quest

Get outside with your furry Valentine at Cupid’s Canine Quest, a scavenger hunt this Saturday, Feb. 8 at Jake Rusher Park.

Perspectives
9 months ago
The big, bold beauty of ‘The Brutalist’ and misguided ‘Companion’ – 828reviewsNOW

“The Brutalist” is three-and-a-half hours long but worth every minute of it. New sci-fi comedy “Companion,” meanwhile, could’ve used a few system updates to its AI storyline.

Crime & Safety
9 months ago
Skateboarder struck in hit-and-run: APD seeking info on burgundy Toyota

APD is urging anyone with information about a burgundy Toyota RAV4 to come forward. The hit-and-run incident occurred in early November 2024.

Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
On The Town
9 months ago
World-ranked tennis stars to play Servin’ Up Love benefit at Harrah’s

Harrah’s Cherokee Center is serving up an exciting fundraiser for Hurricane Helene relief this weekend: a celebrity tennis benefit. The Stars Servin’ Up Love celebrity tennis benefit will open its doors at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 2 at Harrah’s Cherokee Center in downtown Asheville.

Perspectives
9 months ago
Best of local food: Food mogul Stu Helm to announce 2025 Stoobie Award winners

Local food guide Stu Helm will announce the winners of his Food Fan Awards tomorrow, Friday, Jan. 31. Categories range from Sandwich of the Year to Deep Fried Thing of the Year.

The Hop Ice Cream
On The Town
9 months ago
Frozen ‘fast: Celebrate National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day this weekend

This weekend, National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day will be celebrated in Asheville at The Hop Ice Cream Cafe in collaboration with cereal catering company Chill Cereal Bar.

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