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Category Archives: Featured

Hometown Hero of the Week: Brian Hobgood, January 11th, 2023

Hometown Hero of the Week: Brian Hobgood, January 11th, 2023

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Brian Hobgood from Chapel Hill. Brian was nominated by his sister Angel who says, “my brother is one of the most selfless people I know. If he knew I was nominating him, he would ask me not to. He started his career in public safety as a…… Continue Reading

Fursday: Meet Muddy Buddy with APS

Fursday: Meet Muddy Buddy with APS

Oh hi there! I’m Muddy Buddy, a super sweet, affectionate, and wiggly puppy who has a lot of love to give. I take a little time to feel all the way comfortable with a new person but have truly excelled in my time here at the shelter. I’ve learned a lot of new tricks, worked…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Jacob Moody, January 4th, 2023

Hometown Hero of the Week: Jacob Moody, January 4th, 2023

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Jacob Moody, Firefighter at the Bunn Fire Department. Jacob has been a volunteer fireman with Bunn Fire Department for 8 years in January and 4 years as a lieutenant. He pours his whole heart and soul into being a fireman. He truly is the definition of “first…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Tara Gehring, December 28th, 2022

Hometown Hero of the Week: Tara Gehring, December 28th, 2022

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Tara Gehring, Firefighter and EMT from Lillington. Tara was nominated by Teresa Murphy who says, “Tara is only beginning her career in Emergency services but she is passionate about her job. She is the first female fire fighter at her station in Lillington and she goes above…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Carlton Page, December 21st, 2022

Hometown Hero of the Week: Carlton Page, December 21st, 2022

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Carlton Page, with Wilson EMS. Carlton was nominated by Laura Peele who says” Carlton Page is no stranger in Wilson, if you don’t know him by working EMS, then you have probably met him at the hospital or the community college here in Wilson when he was teaching…… Continue Reading

Fursday: Meet Boscoe from Saving Grace of Wake County!

Fursday: Meet Boscoe from Saving Grace of Wake County!

If you’ve been keeping an eye on our site for just the right German Shepherd to come along, you’ll find him in this hunky hunk of a guy, Boscoe. He is one handsome boy but he doesn’t let it go to his head. He’s a strong boy and will do well in a family that…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Lynn Beasley, December 14th, 2022

Hometown Hero of the Week: Lynn Beasley, December 14th, 2022

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Lynn Beasley, Firefighter and Traffic Control Officer for the Plain View Fire Department.  Lynn was nominated by his son Adam Beasley, who says, “my dad has been involved in the fire service for 45 years and is currently still involved. He is the head of Plain View…… Continue Reading

Fursday: Meet Sammy from SPCA of Wake County!

Fursday: Meet Sammy from SPCA of Wake County!

This unforgettable face is Sammy! Sammy is a 1 year and 8 month old neutered male dog weighing 40 lbs. Sammy is your adventure buddy waiting to happen! He loves going out for activities, whether that’s riding in the car, spending the day at doggy day care, or playing at the park. Sammy is still…… Continue Reading

QDR Homegrown Country: December 11th, 2022

Featured artists: Luke H. Reynolds and Justin Burnette – they’ll be in the QDR studios performing a couple of Christmas classics “Have Yourself a Merry Litle Christmas” and “Mary Did You Know” IG: @luke.harris.reynolds @justinburnettemusic Jason Adamo (Raleigh) — “I’ll Be Home For Christmas” IG: @jasonadamomusic Scotty McCreary (Garner) — “Christmas in Heaven”  www.scottymccreery.com Presley…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Bryan Belvin, December 7th, 2022

Hometown Hero of the Week: Bryan Belvin, December 7th, 2022

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Bryan Belvin, Captain for the Clayton Fire Department on Rescue #1. Bryan was nominated by Austin Neuhaus who says, “I work alongside Bryan and every day I go to work he is always there inspiring me to do better, to be better. Every place we go there…… Continue Reading

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