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Category Archives: Featured

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

Hometown Hero of the Week: Paula Little, September 14, 2022

Hometown Hero of the Week: Paula Little, September 14, 2022

Our QDR Hometown Hero of this week is Registered Nurse, Paula Little. Paula was nominated by Tiffany who says, “Paula always goes above and beyond. She was recently married in June and was getting ready to go on our honeymoon when her husband had a fire explode in his face and was transferred to the…… Continue Reading

Gold Star Teacher of the Month: September 2022 – Mrs. Katelyn Dwyer

Gold Star Teacher of the Month: September 2022 – Mrs. Katelyn Dwyer

Our QDR Gold Star Teacher of the Month of September is Katelyn Dwyer, a math teacher at Edward Best Elementary School.  Katelyn Dwyer is our Gold Star teacher Of the month for September. Katelyn is a fifth-grade teacher at Edward best elementary school in Franklin County. Katelyn was nominated by her husband Nick Dwyer who says,…… Continue Reading

Fursday: Meet Boop from APS of Durham!

Fursday: Meet Boop from APS of Durham!

We are so excited to feature BOOP, an energetic and smart girl. Boop has a lot of energy but is the happiest girl around. She knows sit, shake, beg, down, and stay and cannot wait to find a home where she can learn even more. Photo Credit: Assorted Poppies Photo How can you resist these ears? I…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Rebel Coombes, September 7, 2022

Hometown Hero of the Week: Rebel Coombes, September 7, 2022

Our QDR Hometown Hero of this week is Rebel Coombes, Paramedic, Lieutenant of the Youngsville Search and Rescue Team, and a Commander of the Wake County Honor Guard. Rebel was nominated by Stella McDavid who says, “Rebel has dedicated 31 years of his life saving people and doing what he loves. If you call him…… Continue Reading

Fursday: Wall-E from Second Chance Pet Adoptions!

Fursday: Wall-E from Second Chance Pet Adoptions!

Our Fursday Pet of the Week is Wall-E from Second Chance Pet Adoptions! Wall-E is a curious, talkative, lovable guy that would love to be a part of your fur family. It can take him some time to adjust to new environments, but if you’re patient, and have another kitty that could help show him the…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Dr. Hal Woodall, August 31, 2022

Hometown Hero of the Week: Dr. Hal Woodall, August 31, 2022

Our QDR Hometown Hero of this week is Dr. Hal Woodall, in the town of Kenly. Dr. Woodall was nominated by one of his patients, Gene Williamson, who says “I have been a patient of Dr. Hal Woodall for over 40 years. He is truly one of a kind. He sees his patients at hours…… Continue Reading

Fursday: Meet Jerry from APS of Durham!

Fursday: Meet Jerry from APS of Durham!

We are so excited to feature JERRY, a silly and joyous guy. Jerry has tons of energy and loves to gather any toys he can find. He can’t wait to find a home that will be a cozy retreat with people who will run and play with him til his heart’s content.  Photo Credit: Assorted Poppies…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Ty Williams, August 24, 2022

Hometown Hero of the Week: Ty Williams, August 24, 2022

Our QDR Hometown Hero of this week is Ty Williams, a Volunteer Firefighter and Mechanic. Ty was nominated by his sister Jenice who says, “My little brother Ty was diagnosed with synovial sarcoma at the age of 12 and had his right leg amputated. That didn’t stop him from becoming a junior volunteer firefighter in…… Continue Reading

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