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Category Archives: Hometown Hero

Hometown Hero of the Week: Kendall Marley, May 21st, 2025

Hometown Hero of the Week: Kendall Marley, May 21st, 2025

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is Kendall Marley, a full-time firefighter with Fayetteville and a part-time firefighter with Clement Fire Department.

Kendall was nominated by his mom, Robin Marley, who says, “Kendall began his service when he was 16, following in his Papa’s footsteps with a servant’s heart to help those in need. He became a volunteer fireman at 16 and upon completion of college he completed his firefighter trainings, EMT, and the Fayetteville Fire Academy to begin his career in the industry. He worked at Hope Mills Fire Department and is currently employed as a full-time firefighter with Fayetteville and a part time firefighter with Clement Fire Department. During his career he has worked many situations that put him in the position to save someone’s life. He doesn’t talk about those calls,  but he gives 110% to every call and I’ve had many people tell me about the difference he’s made in bad situations and how respectful and loving he was during those times. He’s a new dad, husband, brother and son and most importantly he’s a servant, I know he is where God has called him to be and we are so thankful to be raising a hometown HERO.  He’s also been Fireman of the Year at CVFD twice. Without a doubt he deserves to be recognized for the countless hours he sacrifices his time and family to rush to the needs of others during difficult circumstances.” 

Thank you, Kendall, for your service! As a token of our appreciation, we’re sending you a $50 gift card to Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q to thank you for all you do.

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Hometown Hero of the Week: Brad Boswell, May 14th, 2025

Hometown Hero of the Week: Brad Boswell, May 14th, 2025

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Brad Boswell, Fire Fighter for the Antioch Fire Department. Brad was nominated by his daughter Taylor Boswell, who says, “Brad is a dedicated fireman and is someone everyone can look up too. He is always encouraging and lights up every room he walks into. Brad is my…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Bruce Rose, May 7th, 2025

Hometown Hero of the Week: Bruce Rose, May 7th, 2025

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Bruce Rose, Volunteer firefighter for the Grantham Volunteer Fire Department. Bruce was nominated by Andrew Johnson, who says, “Bruce is a dedicated member of the Grantham Volunteer Fire Dept and is always willing to help someone in need when the need arises. Just recently, we went out…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Jay Ward, April 30th, 2025

Hometown Hero of the Week: Jay Ward, April 30th, 2025

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is Jay Ward, Firefighter, EMS, and Search and Rescue, Rescue Diver from Spring Lake.  Jay was nominated by his daughters, Sydaleigh, Savannah, and Novaleigh, who say, “Our dad is a full-time firefighter with Spout Springs Fire dept, EMT/ firefighter for Medic 13/Benhaven Emergency Services of Olivia, a firefighter for…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Jacob Byrd, April 23rd, 2025

Hometown Hero of the Week: Jacob Byrd, April 23rd, 2025

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Jacob Byrd, Firefighter/EMT for Clayton Fire Department and the Four Oaks Fire Department. Jacob has three jobs. He is a Firefighter/EMT for Clayton Fire Department and Four Oaks Fire Department, as well as a local landscaper. He has three children, who he loves more than life itself.…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Stephen Young, April 16th, 2025

Hometown Hero of the Week: Stephen Young, April 16th, 2025

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Stephen Young, Captain with the Garner Fire Department. Stephen was nominated by his daughter Caitlin, who says, “My father is passionate about his career, he is hardworking, determined, always looking for way to improve, and he loves helping others. He’s the best dad to my 2 sisters and I.…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Robert Walters, April 9th, 2025

Hometown Hero of the Week: Robert Walters, April 9th, 2025

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is Robert Walters, Paramedic for Wake County EMS. Robert was nominated by his girlfriend Kim, who says, “He deserves to be the Hometown Hero of the Week because he is one of the best Paramedics in Wake County. He not only serves as a Paramedic himself, but he…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Kayla Dalton, April 2nd, 2025

Hometown Hero of the Week: Kayla Dalton, April 2nd, 2025

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is Kayla Dalton, a nurse from Nashville, N.C. Kayla was nominated by Paige Cribb, who says, “It is with great admiration that I nominate Kayla Dalton for recognition as an outstanding nurse, leader, and mother. Since becoming a nurse in 2019, she has dedicated herself to improving the…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Major Daniel Toole, March 26th, 2025

Hometown Hero of the Week: Major Daniel Toole, March 26th, 2025

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week Major Daniel Toole with Princeton Police Department. Major Daniel Toole is an amazing officer, husband, dad of 3, son, and friend. A dedicated member of the Princeton Police Department, Major Toole is known for his commitment to serving and protecting the community he grew up in. With 14…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Elizabeth Cloninger, March 19th, 2025

Hometown Hero of the Week: Elizabeth Cloninger, March 19th, 2025

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is Elizabeth Cloninger from a paramedic from Troy.  Elizabeth has been in EMS for many years, she comes to work and is always happy. She has been through many tragic events in just the last 2 years, especially with the loss of her husband who was a police…… Continue Reading

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