Katrina Louis
Katrina covers Charlotte's Black business scene for QCity Metro. She's a Miami transplant, pescatarian and lover of the arts. She earned a public relations degree from the University of Florida. Got a news tip? Email her at katrinalouis@qcitymetro.com.
Stories by: Katrina Louis
‘I’m white and I make $125,000 a year,’ says #SouthParkSusan in viral video
And the list goes on for things Black people can’t do without the threat of having the police called. Facebook […]
By Katrina Louis | October 27, 2018
Veltree has a legion of fans for its vegan soul food, including singer Erykah Badu
The newly opened restaurant adds plant-based options to Charlotte’s Black food culture
By Katrina Louis | October 26, 2018
Why voters should approve all 3 bond initiatives at the end of ballot (Commentary)
As an avid Carolina Panthers fan, I often draw inspiration from the “Keep Pounding” motto for causes beyond the team’s […]
By Jesse Cureton, 2018 Vote Yes for Bonds Campaign Co-Chair | October 25, 2018
My entrepreneurship journey: Tanaro Reed, tattoo artist
Reed is one of nearly 300 tattoo artists showcasing during the Queen City Tattoo & Arts Festival Oct. 26-28. He recalls his journey of starting over and grinding toward success.
By Katrina Louis | October 25, 2018
Rae Carruth, despite his tale of woe, is NOT the victim here
Commentary: Gee, it's hard to imagine that y'all aren't doing happy handstands at the prospect of running into Rae in the frozen foods section of your local Piggly Wiggly.
By Barry Saunders | October 23, 2018
Debra Campbell hired as Asheville city manager
Campbell has served as Charlotte's assistant city manager since 2014.
By Katrina Louis | October 18, 2018
Karen Clark-Sheard headlines concert benefiting Komen Charlotte
The gospel concert will also feature Jekalyn Carr and LeJeune Thompson as part of the Breast Cancer Awareness Month event.
By Katrina Louis | October 8, 2018
The salt room at this Matthews spa is a busy person’s dream
Angela Strother left her 28-year corporate America career to focus on self-care. It turned into a venture to relieve stress for others.
By Katrina Louis | October 5, 2018
Khalia Braswell: Digital diva, TEDxCharlotte speaker and The Root 100 honoree
The former Apple engineer returned to Charlotte determined to diversify the tech industry.
By Katrina Louis | October 3, 2018
Get to know the Lockwood Legends house and its fight against gentrification
Nestled between North Tryon and North Graham streets sits Lockwood neighborhood, a tree-lined community with wide roads and homes dating […]
By Katrina Louis | September 27, 2018