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Category Archives: Featured

Hometown Hero of the Week: Blake Stephens, January 8th, 2024

Hometown Hero of the Week: Blake Stephens, January 8th, 2024

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Blake Stephens, Firefighter with the Cleveland Fire Department.  Blake has been in the fire service, since he was old enough to be a junior at Swift Creek Fire Department. His father is a firefighter at Garner Fire Department, and his mama is an EMT for Wake County…… Continue Reading

Gold Star Teacher of the Month: December 2025 – Jennifer Hinton

Gold Star Teacher of the Month: December 2025 – Jennifer Hinton

Our QDR Gold Star Teacher of the Month for January is Jennifer Hinton, 8th Grade Social Studies Teacher at Archer Lodge Middle School  Mrs. Hinton was nominated by Amanda Bell, who says, “Jennifer is a school favorite! She is always going above and beyond to make students feel welcomed, appreciated, loved and supported. She has…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Jeff Newcomb, December 25th, 2024

Hometown Hero of the Week: Jeff Newcomb, December 25th, 2024

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Jeff Newcomb, Volunteer with the Rosewood Fire Department. Jeff is loved throughout the community. He is a great father to his two sons that are also volunteering along with their dad at Rosewood Fire Dept. He would give the shirt off his back if someone needed it.…… Continue Reading

Fursday: Meet Leia from Second Chance!

Fursday: Meet Leia from Second Chance!

Meet Leia! This playful 1.5-year-old hound mix is ready for her forever home. She loves to romp and play with other dogs, but she does play hard, so a good playmate is a must! Leia would thrive in a single-story home with a fenced-in yard where she can explore and let loose. As an older…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Jacob Pope, December 18th, 2024

Hometown Hero of the Week: Jacob Pope, December 18th, 2024

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Jacob Pope, firefighter for the Antioch Fire Department.  Jacob has been on the Antioch Fire Department for a year now. He loves to help people in his community any chance he gets. Whenever he has a free moment, he is up at the fire department helping around…… Continue Reading

Fursday: Meet George from Saving Grace!

Fursday: Meet George from Saving Grace!

Meet George! George is a 24lb tan and white beagle and with one look will steal your heart! You will never tire of his sweet pleading eyes and playful spirit. Beagles have a loveable nature and are one of the most loyal breeds. Led by his nose and he DOES have a nose for news,…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Jason Marsh, December 11th, 2024

Hometown Hero of the Week: Jason Marsh, December 11th, 2024

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Jason Marsh, a firefighter with the Apex Fire Department. Jason was nominated by his mom, Susan, who says, “He is a full time Lt. firefighter with Apex fire department. He also works part time as a firefighter at Moncure fire department in Chatham County. Jason also works part time as…… Continue Reading

Fursday: Meet Sweet Tea from APS of Durham!

Fursday: Meet Sweet Tea from APS of Durham!

Looking for someone sweet? Well, I’m the sweetest you’ll ever meet! I’m very friendly, affectionate and simply darling! I love to go out on a walk. I can be sensitive and concerned in new situations. I like gentle affection, play with a ball, and being with my favorite person! I’ll need positive experiences, confidence building, lots of…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: TJ Tatum, December 4th, 2024

Hometown Hero of the Week: TJ Tatum, December 4th, 2024

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is TJ Tatum, Captain for the Fayetteville Fire Department.  TJ pours everything he has into his job. Serving and protecting not only in his community but also in Fayetteville, is what he is great at! He started as a volunteer when he was a teen after graduating college with a…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Kaylei Finney, November 27th, 2024

Hometown Hero of the Week: Kaylei Finney, November 27th, 2024

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Kaylei Finney, Certified Nursing Assistant at Wake Med Hospital. Kaylei was nominated by her sister Allison, who says, “Kaylei is not only a hard-working CNA but also is a full-time student finishing her nursing degree. She always provides the best care for her patients and ensures that they are comfortable…… Continue Reading

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