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Category Archives: Featured

Hometown Hero of the Week: Bailey Yarborough, October 19th, 2022

Hometown Hero of the Week: Bailey Yarborough, October 19th, 2022

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Bailey Yarborough, a firefighter from Broadway. Bailey has been in the fire service since he was 18 years old, so 6 years now! He works full time for Lillington Fire Department, Part Time for Summerville Fire Dept and Boone Trail Fire Department and also volunteers with Boone…… Continue Reading

Fursday: Meet Harper from SPCA of Wake County!

Fursday: Meet Harper from SPCA of Wake County!

Harper is a survivor! This 1-year-old dog was rescued by a good Samaritan from the side of the road. She was stuck in a trash bag, and her finder quickly realized she couldn’t use her back legs. It turns out Harper is paralyzed from what looks like an old injury. It’s not clear exactly what…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Cynthia Lee, October 12th, 2022

Hometown Hero of the Week: Cynthia Lee, October 12th, 2022

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Cynthia Lee. Cynthia was nominated by Amy Honeycutt, who says, Cynthia is a nurse practitioner, but she gives more than medicine. She gives hugs, comfort, more hugs, and lots of love. When Cynthia is not manning the Covid testing center at Campbell university, or following the sports…… Continue Reading

Fursday: Meet Eli from APS of Durham!

Fursday: Meet Eli from APS of Durham!

We are so excited to feature ELI, a loveable, snuggly, cat. Photo credit goes to Cathi Bodine. Eli is a young boy, approximately 4-5 months old who loves to play. He loves treats and will do almost anything for one! He is sweet and playful guy with a zest for life.  Even though Eli has tested…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Lance Adams, October 5th, 2022

Hometown Hero of the Week: Lance Adams, October 5th, 2022

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Lance Adams, an EMT for Johnston County and Volunteer Fireman for West Johnston. Lance was nominated by his mom Cindy who says, Lance has a true servant’s heart. He works as a volunteer where he continues to get hours of classes so he can improve and be…… Continue Reading

Fursday: Maximus from Second Chance Pet Adoptions!

Fursday: Maximus from Second Chance Pet Adoptions!

Our Fursday Pet of the Week is Maximus from Second Chance Pet Adoptions! Maximus is a 4-5 year old mixed breed dog that would make a great companion for someone looking for their very own man’s best friend. Poor Maximus was found on the side of the road, malnourished, infected, and scared, but he has…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Corey Wilson, September 28th, 2022

Hometown Hero of the Week: Corey Wilson, September 28th, 2022

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Trooper Corey Wilson. Corey was nominated by Joshua Kiser, who says, “Corey had been serving our local community as well as serving our country. Corey is an Air Force veteran of six years, a trooper for Johnston County for the last four years, a fireman for Mar-Mac…… Continue Reading

Fursday: Meet Judd from SPCA of Wake County!

Fursday: Meet Judd from SPCA of Wake County!

Here’s the story on Judd (formerly Mudd). He is an 8 month old Great Dane puppy that we transferred into our care from one of our partner shelters after animal control seized him as a cruelty case. We don’t have any specific details about his case beyond that. But upon arrival at the SPCA, he…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Lee Brock, September 21, 2022

Hometown Hero of the Week: Lee Brock, September 21, 2022

Our QDR Hometown Hero of this week is Lee Brock, a Firefighter in Hope Mills, NC. Lee was nominated by his fiancé who says, “Lee is an amazing firefighter, father, and provider. He is a full-time firefighter at Hope Mills Fire Department and a part-time firefighter at Rockfish Fire Department. He is the most selfless…… Continue Reading

Fursday: Meet Popeye from SPCA of Wake County!

Fursday: Meet Popeye from SPCA of Wake County!

This is Popeye! He is a 6-year-old dog who is looking for a new home after his previous owner sadly passed away and he was left with no other family. Popeye is incredibly calm and easy-going, and he would be a great fit for most households. Popeye is pretty independent and sometimes aloof, and doesn’t…… Continue Reading

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