Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is David Robbins Jr., Assistant Chief of Franklinton Fire Department and the Deputy Fire Chief at RDU Airport Fire Department. David was nominated by his wife Amanda who says, “David Robbins Jr. is the Assistant Chief of Franklinton Fire Department and the Deputy Fire Chief at RDU Airport Fire Department, for 22 years…… Continue Reading
Our QDR Gold Star Teacher of the month for October is Shelby Gravley, a teacher at Oberlin Middle School. Shelby was nominated by her husband Johnathan who says, “While Shelby is my lovely wife, she is also a fantastic teacher and coach to her students. Her countless hours spent to better her kid’s education and…… Continue Reading
Let’s talk about a 4-month-old baby boy that Second Chance Pet Adoptions rescued as a stray back in August. He’s very little and goes by Fiddle! This tabby cat is silly, spunker, and super sweet! Fiddle is a confident little man who feels quite comfortable with people and loves to play with children. In fact,…… Continue Reading
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is William M. Thomas, Chief of Police for the town of Selma. Chief of Police William M. Thomas, also known as Chief Billy, has dedicated himself to serving the Town of Selma for 20 years. As of October 1, 2023, he will officially retire from the Selma Police Department. He began his…… Continue Reading
If you’re looking for the sweetest senior girl to dote on, stop right here! I’m a sweet, friendly, curious pup who still likes to explore. I’m not shy about asking for affection—I think a gentle shoulder rub is the best thing in the world. I hope to share my retirement years with gentle people in…… Continue Reading
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is Michael Wester with White Level Fire and Rescue Department! Mike was nominated by Sarah Walker who says, “Mike was very dedicated, always first on the scene. He has 34 years of dedication. He is a double amputee, but that never stopped him from his dedication. He was a chief for…… Continue Reading
Lucille knows how to make herself at home and we love that about her. She is easy to lean into humans, searching for any type of affection and treats she can get. Lucille has been spoiled by our volunteers recently, going on quite a few doggy day outs, helping us learn more about her and…… Continue Reading
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is Chad Godwin, firefighter for the Cary Fire Department for 28 years! Chad was nominated by his wife Sonya who says, “Chad started as a volunteer with the Bethany Fire Department when he was 15. He joined Buies Creek Fire Department in 1990 as a firefighter when he was a freshman…… Continue Reading
Wooohoooo…pop open the bubbly because that is what you do, along with throwing a party, when you meet the love of your life! Party is a gal waiting to be the love of her person’s life and is eager to make that all happen. Party is a gorgeous Pyrenees mix who weighs about 80 lbs…… Continue Reading
Our QDR Gold Star Teacher of the month for September is Rosalie Parrish, a teacher at Swift Creek Middle School. “Mrs. Parrish thinks of her kids as her own. She is the AVID teacher at Swift Creek Middle. She is one of the first to arrive at 6:00 a.m. and always one of the last…… Continue Reading