About Melanie Pratt
Melanie began her career in radio when she joined the on-air staff at Praise 100.9 in 2006. She is a three-time Stellar Award nominee for Gospel Announcer of the Year, a preliminary judge for BET’s hit show Sunday Best, and has been recognized in Who’s Who in Black Charlotte. In 2013, she was an inaugural recipient of the Stellar Woman of Gospel Award for her contribution behind the scenes in the gospel industry. In 2015, she was awarded the 1st Melvin Crispell Gospel Heritage Award and was recognized as one of ten Most Influential Radio Personalities by the Gospel Music Industry Round-up. And in 2016 she was awarded Radio Show of The Year by the Queen City Music Awards. A self-proclaimed foodie - in particular tacos - and founder of the Foodie Flash Mob, Melanie had the pleasure of serving as judge of the Carolina Food Truck Chow Down. She serves on the Board of Directors of The Harvest Center, a transitional program for the homeless and underserved in Charlotte. Melanie is an ordained Elder in the Life Center Fellowship where she and her husband Bryan, serve as Young Adult Pastors.
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Sometimes the biggest food stories aren’t about trends – they’re about access. A bipartisan group of U.S. Senators has introduced the Hot Rotisserie Chicken Act, which would allow SNAP recipients to use their benefits to purchase hot, ready-to-eat rotisserie chicken. Current rules only allow cold prepared foods, limiting options for people without access to cooking […]
If you’ve ever placed a mobile order at Starbucks and walked in expecting a smooth pickup – only to find a crowded counter and a missing drink or food item, you’re not alone. That everyday frustration is exactly what Starbucks is trying to fix. Starting May 11, the company is rolling out a new scheduled […]
The future of fast food might not be a drive-thru. It might be a vending machine. White Castle is launching something called Crave & Go — hot-food kiosks that will serve up their signature sliders on demand. We’re talking about machines popping up in places like college campuses, hospitals, workplaces, even transportation hubs — the […]
On this day in 2003, Apple did something nobody thought was possible—they made people want to pay for music again. The iTunes Store launched, and it was a game-changer. For the first time, music lovers could legally download individual songs for just 99 cents each, no subscription required, no strings attached. Sounds simple now, right? But back […]
Pastor Mike Jr. is celebrating another major milestone, and starting an important industry conversation at the same time. The 28x Stellar Award winner and GRAMMY-nominated artist has debuted at #1 on the Billboard Gospel Digital Song Sales Chart with his latest single, “He Can.” The song shot to the top immediately upon release, reinforcing PMJ’s […]
February 23rd is National Banana Bread Day, and this one has real history behind it. Bananas first showed up in the United States around 1870, and at that time they were considered a luxury item. Folks ate them fresh, like a delicacy, not as an ingredient. But in the early 1900s, when food was scarce […]
Whether you’re boo’d up, single, or somewhere in between, nothing sets the Valentine’s Day mood like a classic Black love story. From friends-to-love slow burns to dramatic heartbreak and running back to you storylines, these films deliver romance, chemistry, culture, and unforgettable lines. 1. Just WrightQueen Latifah and Common bring undeniable chemistry in this feel-good […]
2026 Valentine's specials from major brands, including heart-shaped treats, themed drinks, and dine-in experiences.
History on ice is looking beautiful right now. Cleveland Heights, Ohio native Laila Edwards is gliding straight into the record books. At just 22 years old, she is now the first Black woman to compete for Team USA in hockey at the Olympic Games – a milestone that is already inspiring far beyond the rink. […]
Jay-Z is planting a flag in the future of K-pop and Korean culture. His investment firm, MarcyPen Capital Partners, has just partnered with South Korea’s Hanwha Asset Management to create a $500 million joint venture fund aimed at helping Korean lifestyle and culture brands go even more global. The deal was finalized this week during […]
This year’s Super Bowl Halftime Show was already a cultural moment. But when Bad Bunny performed, he didn’t just bring hits, he brought food and heritage to millions of viewers in a way that felt both joyful and deeply rooted. On stage, fans saw Villa’s Tacos, the beloved Los Angeles taco stand, with chef Victor […]
Valentine’s Day can be beautiful, but it can also be a whole production. Reservations, gifts, expectations, feelings… a lot going on. So here comes Wendy’s on February 15 – Singles Awareness Day – like, “We’ve got you.” For one day only, you can grab a Dave’s Single for just $1 with purchase through the Wendy’s […]