CHARLOTTE, N.C. — For Lake Wylie resident Katie Britton, what started as a random thought turned into a whirlwind journey all the way to the bright lights of Wheel of Fortune. The longtime fan, UNC Charlotte graduate, and technical sales manager for Navitar never imagined she’d actually stand behind the iconic puzzle board — until a fast‑moving audition changed everything. Britton, who has spent most of her life between Southwest Charlotte and Lake Wylie, says the decision to audition wasn’t part of any long‑time plan. “I’ve always loved Wheel of Fortune, but I never really thought about actually being on the show,” she says. A Zoom application turned into an invitation, then quickly into a tape date during the show’s special NASCAR Week. “I think I did the bare…..