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Freedom Song of the Day for America 250!
America is turning 250, and we're celebrating every day at 2:50! Set a reminder to listen for the QDR Freedom Song of the Day every weekday at 2:50. It's our countdown to 4th ...
Hometown Hero of the Week: Logan Schuhmacher for June 17th, 2026
Our QDR Hometown Hero is Logan Schuhmacher, firefighter/ EMT with Cumberland County EMS. Logan has shown tremendous growth as a first responder since his beginning at 19 ye...
'90s at 9, Powered by UNC Health
Every night at 9 p.m., we've got the best of '90s country music, powered by UNC Health. Learn more at UNChealth.org! UNC Health Cancer, delivering hope through advanced clinic...
FURS-Day: Meet Finn from Second Chance Pet Adoptions
Meet Finn, a handsome, smart, and calm seven-and-a-half-month-old puppy from Second Chance Pet Adoptions. Finn gets along well with both dogs and casts. And... he's already po...
FURS-Day: Meet Coco from Second Chance Pet Adoptions
If you're looking for a dog who wakes up every morning ready to make the most of life, Coco is your girl! This young, affectionate pup is bursting with enthusiasm, joy, and lo...
Hometown Hero of the Week: Jody Martin for June 10th, 2026
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Jody Morton, Assistant Chief/ Fire Marshall of the Durham Fire Department. Jody has dedicated more than 35 years of his life to serving t...
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Granny's Bonnet adds native charm to North Carolina landscapes
RALEIGH, N.C. (WPTF) - I'm sure at some point our WPTF Weekend Gardener crew has discussed the virtues of growing Eastern columbine (*Aquilegia canadensis*) in our North Carol...
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Conner Smith and Wife Leah Thompson Announce They Are Expecting First Child
A new chapter is on the way for country singer Conner Smith and his wife Leah Thompson. The couple has announced that they are expecting their first b...
Jelly Roll Speaks Openly About Split From Bunnie Xo During Concert Appearance
Fans attending a recent Jelly Roll concert heard the singer address his separation from Bunnie Xo directly from the stage. During the show, he spoke a...
Melissa Etheridge Brings Her Songwriting Legacy to CMA Fest as Dierks Bentley Milestone Gets a Look Back
Fans at CMA Fest saw a familiar voice from outside the traditional country world take the stage as Melissa Etheridge joined the celebration in Nashvil...
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