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Your Q Morning Crew w/ Mike & Amanda

Your Q Morning Crew w/ Mike & Amanda

    Monday – Friday: 5am – 11am

    Thanks for waking up with Mike & Amanda, Your Q Morning Crew.  They have one mission each morning and that’s to help you start your day with a lot of fun so be ready to laugh and smile and sing along to your favorite songs each morning. 

    Get to know Mike:  Mike has been a mainstay on QDR for many years now.  Mike is originally from Lee County and is a UNC grad.  He lives in Knightdale with his wife Amy.  He loves his Tarheels, his family, grilling, hanging out with friends, and being a part of your morning.  

    Get to know Amanda: She’s from Johnston County – JOCO!  She chased her dream in Nashville for about 10 years as a working singer-songwriter.  She was a featured performer at some of Nashville’s most famous honky-tonks.  She had the opportunity to tour with Alan Jackson and boy does she has some great stories to tell!  Amanda made the tough decision to leave Nashville and come back home to North Carolina to chase a new dream.  Amanda was raised on QDR and is loving being a part of your morning with Mike Wheless and when she’s not keeping Mike straight, she’s looking after her son, Jackson.  

    You can count on Mike and Amanda to put a smile on your face with laughter, fun-feel good stories, and great Country music. 

    Of course, we’ll make sure you know how to dress for the day and which way not to go with up-to-date traffic and weather with Captain Dave and Heather with Weather.  

    Have something to share with the show? Call 919-860-9470 or find us on Facebook

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    Hometown Hero of the Week: Hunter Holland, November 5th, 2025

    Hometown Hero of the Week: Hunter Holland, November 5th, 2025

    November 5, 2025

    Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Hunter Holland, Captain at Pine Level Fire Department. Hunter is a Captain at Pine Level Fire Department. He began as a Junior firefighter, obtained his EMT certification, got his associate’s degree from Johnston Community College, and graduated from high school a week apart. Hunter joined the Fayetteville…… Continue Reading

    Gold Star Teacher of the Month: Sarah Huskey, November 2025

    Gold Star Teacher of the Month: Sarah Huskey, November 2025

    November 1, 2025

    Our QDR Goldstar Teacher of the month for November is Sarah Huskey, intervention specialist at Stough Elementary School in Raleigh.  Sarah was nominated by Robin Deal, who says, “Sarah is an intervention specialist and works daily with students who need extra help in getting them on grade level. She has a heart of gold and…… Continue Reading

    Hometown Hero of the Week: Lieutenant Nicholas Cloninger, October 29th, 2025

    Hometown Hero of the Week: Lieutenant Nicholas Cloninger, October 29th, 2025

    October 29, 2025

    Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Lieutenant Nicholas Cloninger, a 25-year veteran of the Durham Police Department. Lt. Cloninger is a 25-year veteran of the Durham Police Department and one of the longest-serving watch Commanders in the history of the Department. Lt. Cloninger has always gone above and beyond to help the community and…… Continue Reading

    Hometown Hero of the Week: Sam King, October 22nd, 2025

    Hometown Hero of the Week: Sam King, October 22nd, 2025

    October 22, 2025

    Hometown Hero of the week is Sam King, Firefighter for the Four Oaks and Cleveland Fire Department. Sam was nominated by Hannah Horne, who says, “I would like to nominate Sam as a Hometown Hero. With over 20 years of service experience, including time spent in Virginia, Sam has shown true dedication to helping others.…… Continue Reading

    Hometown Hero of the Week: Jacob Norris, October 15th, 2025

    Hometown Hero of the Week: Jacob Norris, October 15th, 2025

    October 15, 2025

    Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Jacob Norris, Johnston County EMS and Antioch Fire Department. Jacob has spent the last six years in EMS and fire, which basically means he’s seen it all—chaos, caffeine-fueled shifts, and the occasional “why did I sign up for this?” moment. Through it all, he’s stayed dedicated to…… Continue Reading

    Hometown Hero of the Week: Michael Hill, October 8th, 2025

    Hometown Hero of the Week: Michael Hill, October 8th, 2025

    October 8, 2025

    Our QDR Hometown Hero for 10/8/25 is Michael Hill, Veteran, Retired Sheriff’s Deputy, Current Firefighter. Mike was nominated by Laura Hill, who says, “Mike has dedicated his entire life to serving others. His 21 years with the USMC as a Corpsman, then served the Durham Co Sheriff’s Office for 19 years and has been a…… Continue Reading

    Half a Minute to Win It!

    Half a Minute to Win It!

    October 2, 2025

    Got answers faster than socks disappearing in the laundry? Then you just might win Mike and Amanda’s Half a Minute to Win It! In 30 seconds, answer 10 questions with ONE letter… and if your brain doesn’t short-circuit, you’ll win $500! Here are the basic rules: We will ask 10 Questions in 30 seconds, and you MUST answer with…… Continue Reading

    Hometown Hero of the Week: Joseph “Joey” Pepoli, October 1st, 2025

    Hometown Hero of the Week: Joseph “Joey” Pepoli, October 1st, 2025

    October 1, 2025

    Joey was nominated by Haley Bain, who says, “Joey deserves to be recognized because he does so much that often falls behind the scenes due to the nature of his job. Being a Wildlife Enforcement Officer has a stigma that surrounds it because everyone has the mindset that the “Game Warden was out to get…… Continue Reading

    Gold Star Teacher of the Month: Skyler Lee, October 2025

    Gold Star Teacher of the Month: Skyler Lee, October 2025

    October 1, 2025

    Our QDR Gold Star Teacher of the month for October is Skyler Lee, Kindergarten Teacher at Doral Academy of North Carolina.  Skyler was nominated by Allison Slominski, who says, “I’m nominating Ms. Lee because she is the kind of educator every parent hopes their child will have. She’s incredibly sweet, endlessly patient, and genuinely cares…… Continue Reading

    Hometown Hero of the Week: Michaela Pavlik, September 24th, 2025

    Hometown Hero of the Week: Michaela Pavlik, September 24th, 2025

    September 24, 2025

    Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Michaela Pavlik  Michaela is nominated by her children, Ansley and Granger. Michaela has been in EMS since she was 15 yrs old, starting out as a cadet. Once turning 18 yrs old she completed her EMT certification. Michaela then dedicated countless hours for almost 2 yrs taking care of a…… Continue Reading

    Hometown Hero of the Week: Brandy Hall, September 17th, 2025

    Hometown Hero of the Week: Brandy Hall, September 17th, 2025

    September 17, 2025

    Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Brandy Hall, Paramedic with Johnson County emergency services. Brandy always is going outside of her way to be the best advocate for her patients and does anything she can to make sure she does her best and provides everything she can to anyone in need. Brandy is…… Continue Reading

    Hometown Hero of the Week: Shorty Jones, September 10th, 2025

    Hometown Hero of the Week: Shorty Jones, September 10th, 2025

    September 10, 2025

    Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Shorty Jones, Paramedic with Duplin County EMS!  Shorty was nominated by his wife Jennifer, who says, “My husband is the definition of selfless service and community dedication. He wears many hats, not for recognition, but because he believes in showing up for others — every single day.…… Continue Reading

    Hometown Hero of the Week:  Tonya Pounds, September 3rd, 2025

    Hometown Hero of the Week: Tonya Pounds, September 3rd, 2025

    September 3, 2025

    Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Tonya Pounds, Nurse Practitioner at Magnolia Healthcare and Aesthetics! Tonya’s nominator shared, “Before I met Tonya, she accomplished so many things within her career. During COVID she went to people’s homes to provide services that were not allowed in person. When she opened her medical practice in…… Continue Reading

    Gold Star Teacher of the Month:  Courtney Levocz, September 2025

    Gold Star Teacher of the Month: Courtney Levocz, September 2025

    September 1, 2025

    Our QDR Goldstar teacher of the month for September is Courtney Levocz, second grade teacher at North Harnett Primary School. Courtney was nominated by Alyssa Latham, who says, “I have known Courtney for the better part of 15 years and now she is my son’s 2nd grade teacher. She has been phenomenal in going above…… Continue Reading

    Hometown Hero of the Week:  Ryan Wood, August 27th, 2025

    Hometown Hero of the Week: Ryan Wood, August 27th, 2025

    August 27, 2025

    Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is Ryan Wood, Senior Firefighter for the City of Raleigh. Ryan Wood, a seasoned firefighter with 19 years of dedicated service, exemplifies commitment both professionally and personally. Serving as a Senior Firefighter for the City of Raleigh, a member of NC-Task Force 8, and a Captain with the…… Continue Reading

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