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Category Archives: Featured

Gold Star Teacher of the Month: February 2024 – Stephanie Hunt

Gold Star Teacher of the Month: February 2024 – Stephanie Hunt

Our QDR Gold Star Teacher of the month for February is Stephanie Hunt, a Kindergarten teacher at Wilburn Elementary. Stephanie was nominated by Isabel Garland who says, “I chose Ms. Hunt, because she truly is a magnificent and hard-working teacher who is an inspirational Kindergarten teacher to me. She has really taught me a lot…… Continue Reading

Fursday: Meet Ink from Second Chance!

Fursday: Meet Ink from Second Chance!

Meet Ink, the Dalmatian mix full of love and energy, seeking her forever home! This affectionate pup adores cuddles, impresses with tricks, and is motivated by food. Ink is leash-trained, house-trained, and well-behaved on walks. Though initially wary of new dogs, she warms up with time. Beware of countertop investigations and keep an eye on…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Lt. Robert Harper, January 31st, 2024

Hometown Hero of the Week: Lt. Robert Harper, January 31st, 2024

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is Robert Harper, Lieutenant for the Raleigh Fire Department. Robert was nominated by Jimmy Batten, who says “Robert Harper has been serving the public for over 40 years. He has earned the Long Leaf Pine award as a volunteer where he currently holds the rank of assistant chief at Benson Fire Department…… Continue Reading

Fursday: Meet Honey Ham from APS of Durham!

Fursday: Meet Honey Ham from APS of Durham!

Honey Ham, the guy with a big personality and little legs. This dude knows how to bring the good vibes when he’s with his people and we just can’t get enough of him. He’s playful, energetic, sweet, and goofy, with lots of fun energy. He’s a social butterfly at heart and loves to run to…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Corporal Anthony Locklear, January 24th, 2024

Hometown Hero of the Week: Corporal Anthony Locklear, January 24th, 2024

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is Corporal Anthony Locklear, Traffic Investigations and Enforcement Unit Officer for Holly Springs.  Corporal Locklear was nominated by Alan Laws who says, “I have had the pleasure to work with Locklear in some capacity over the last 16 years and supervise him for the last 4 1/2 of those. He is currently assigned…… Continue Reading

Fursday: Meet Lobster Tail from Second Chance!

Fursday: Meet Lobster Tail from Second Chance!

Hey Everyone! I’m Lobster Tail, I am a little over 2 years old and am looking for a place to call my forever home. I am a very sweet boy, and overall am pretty laid back. I do love to play from time to time but I’m all about cuddles. I can sometimes be a…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Billy Baker, January 17th, 2024

Hometown Hero of the Week: Billy Baker, January 17th, 2024

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is Billy Baker, firefighter for Rocky Mount Fire Department, serving the community for the last 27 years. Billy was nominated by his son Carter Baker who says, “My dad, he has always loved being a first responder ever since he was little. His father (my grandad) was a fireman and he followed in…… Continue Reading

Fursday: Meet Giselle from APS of Durham!

Fursday: Meet Giselle from APS of Durham!

Looking for a passenger princess? Giselle is your girl. She is a strong independent woman with a desire for long walks around the Eno and keeping watch for squirrels. Giselle is an excellent loose leash walker, easily redirectable, and a great listener. While she’s not too keen on snuggling up, she won’t deny any belly…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Charles Lamb, January 10th, 2024

Hometown Hero of the Week: Charles Lamb, January 10th, 2024

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is Charles Lamb, OR inventory control specialist at WakeMed for 14 years. Charles was nominated by his wife Stephanie who says, “He’s the most genuine person always willing to help and will drop everything to help get things done. He works long hours and goes in whenever he is needed. Charles wears…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Clay Vaughan, January 3rd, 2024

Hometown Hero of the Week: Clay Vaughan, January 3rd, 2024

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is Clay Vaughan, Fire Fighter and EMT with the Sanford Fire Department and First Health EMS. Clay was nominated by his dad Chris who says, “Clay started his journey of public service when he was 16 years old as a junior firefighter.  He continued his education to achieve his firefighter and EMT…… Continue Reading

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