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Category Archives: Hometown Hero

Hometown Hero of the Week: Dominic Alvarado, June 28th, 2023

Hometown Hero of the Week: Dominic Alvarado, June 28th, 2023

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Lt. Dominic Alvarado, a Lieutenant for the Harnett County Sheriff’s Department. Dominic was nominated by his wife Melinda who says, “My husband, Lt. Dominic Alvarado, has worked for the Harnett County Sheriff’s Office for 15 years. He started working the roads and quickly became a School Resource Officer. Dominic’s passion…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Branden Kern, June 21st, 2023

Hometown Hero of the Week: Branden Kern, June 21st, 2023

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Branden Kern, Sheriff Deputy for Orange County.  Branden was nominated by his mother-in-law Melissa who says, “My son in law is a loving dad and husband that goes to work hoping each day to make a difference in someone’s life. In March, he was awarded Officer of the…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Chief Orlando Rosario, June 14th, 2023

Hometown Hero of the Week: Chief Orlando Rosario, June 14th, 2023

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Chief Orlando Rosario, Police Chief for the town of Stantonsburg. Chief Rosario was nominated by Dillon Webb who says, “He does everything he can to help the town of Stantonsburg, and he goes above and beyond to help people.” Mike and Amanda had the pleasure of surprising…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Seth Tillman, June 7th, 2023

Hometown Hero of the Week: Seth Tillman, June 7th, 2023

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Seth Tillman, a firefighter for the Bonlee Fire Department and Law Enforcement Officer for Siler City.  Seth was nominated by John Ellis who says, “Seth is a dedicated Law Enforcement Officer. When not serving the residents of Siler City, he can be found at Bonlee Fire Department,…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Scott Daniel, May 31st, 2023

Hometown Hero of the Week: Scott Daniel, May 31st, 2023

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Chief Scott Daniel, recently retired Division Chief for the Fuquay-Varina. Division Chief Scott Daniel was nominated by Dana Johnson who says, “I have had the honor to work Scott for almost 22 years and I don’t know anyone more deserving of this award. On April 28, 2023,…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Hunter Crowder, May 24th, 2023

Hometown Hero of the Week: Hunter Crowder, May 24th, 2023

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Hunter Crowder, paramedic and volunteer firefighter for the Bailey Fire Department.  Hunter was nominated by his wife Ashley who says, “He is so selfless in everything he does! He loves helping the community in any way he can. He loves his girls more than anything in this…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Joshua Spivey, May 17th, 2023

Hometown Hero of the Week: Joshua Spivey, May 17th, 2023

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Joshua Spivey, Captain for the Clayton Fire Department. “Captain Spivey is hard working and is always trying to better not only himself but his crew along with Clayton Fire Department as a whole. He is a true representation of a leader by always setting good examples for…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Michael Thorne, May 10th, 2023

Hometown Hero of the Week: Michael Thorne, May 10th, 2023

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Michael Thorne, Lieutenant for Wilson EMS. Michael was nominated by his Fiancé Taylor who says, “Michael has been with the Wilson EMS for 12 years and he is now LT assistant supervisor. Michael performs his work duties with great joy in helping those in need, not only…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Kyle Meyers, May 3rd, 2023

Hometown Hero of the Week: Kyle Meyers, May 3rd, 2023

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Kyle Meyers, volunteer firefighter for the Bethany Fire Department and a Navy Recruiter.  Kyle was nominated by his mother-in-law Barbara who says, “Kyle is going on his tenth year in the US Navy and has served in many overseas and stateside assignments. He is currently a US…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Trevor Baines, April 26th, 2023

Hometown Hero of the Week: Trevor Baines, April 26th, 2023

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Captain Trevor Baines of the Heartsease Fire Department. Trevor was nominated by his girlfriend Frances, who says, “Trevor is fearless he will drop anything he is doing when he hears that tone drop for station 19. He is dedicated to saving the people of our community. He…… Continue Reading

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