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Category Archives: Featured

Hometown Hero of the Week: Randy Jernigan, February 26th, 2025

Hometown Hero of the Week: Randy Jernigan, February 26th, 2025

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is Randy Jernigan, firefighter and 911 telecommunicator from Wilson’s Mills. Randy was nominated by his daughter Jenna who says, “My dad deserves to be the hometown hero of the week for his dedication and willingness to our county. He’s not only a firefighter, but he’s also a 911…… Continue Reading

Winter Weather Safety

Winter Weather Safety

Winter storms can bring snow, sleet, and freezing rain across the entire United States and its territories. Thousands of people are injured or killed every year in traffic accidents related to slippery roads from winter storms. Prepare Winter Weather Warnings The National Weather Service issues Winter Weather-Related Warnings, Watches, and Advisories based on local criteria.…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Scott Young, February 19th, 2025

Hometown Hero of the Week: Scott Young, February 19th, 2025

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Scott Young, Fire Fighter for Contentnea Fire Department in Wilson.  Scott was nominated by Skylar Ayscue, who says, “Scott is hardworking, a true volunteer firefighter, who work with Elm City Volunteer Fire Department, and is now working with Contentnea Fire Department in Wilson. His granddaughter wants to…… Continue Reading

Fursday: Meet Hall from Safe Haven for Cats!

Fursday: Meet Hall from Safe Haven for Cats!

Gender Female Age 8 months Breed Domestic Short Hair Color Black Good with Cats? Unknown Good with Dogs? Unknown Good with Children? Unknown Declawed? No Special Needs? No… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Shannon Somers, February 12th, 2025

Hometown Hero of the Week: Shannon Somers, February 12th, 2025

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is Shannon Somers, home health care nurse. Shannon was nominated by Justin Phillips, who says, “She goes above and beyond the call of duty. I’ve had the opportunity to watch her, and when I tell you that she goes above and beyond the call of duty, I’m not…… Continue Reading

Fursday: Meet Cookie from APS of Durham!

Fursday: Meet Cookie from APS of Durham!

Hello! I’m a curious, sweet, and sensitive girl who loves to go on walks. Some of my favorite things are going exploring and playing with toys. I also really like hot dogs. I’ll need a home with gentle people who give me time to settle in, a solid routine, and a cozy retreat. Will you…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Jeffrey Best, February 5th, 2024

Hometown Hero of the Week: Jeffrey Best, February 5th, 2024

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Jeffrey Best, Officer with the Harnett County Sheriff’s Office and a Chief in the United State Coast Guard. Jeff works for the Harnett County Sheriff’s Office and is a Chief in the United States Coast Guard. He is the most selfless person and gives 110% to the…… Continue Reading

Gold Star Teacher of the Month: February 2025 – Hannah Harrison

Gold Star Teacher of the Month: February 2025 – Hannah Harrison

Our QDR Gold Star Teacher of the Month for February is Hannah Harrison, teacher at Brier Creek Elementary. Hannah was nominated by her mom Catherine, who says, “This is Hannah’s first year teaching, and since graduating from N. C. State in May (Go Pack!), she has created a fun and inviting place for her class…… Continue Reading

Fursday: Meet Natalie & Parnell from Safe Haven for Cats!

Fursday: Meet Natalie & Parnell from Safe Haven for Cats!

Name Natalie Gender Female Age 5 years 2 months Breed Domestic Short Hair Color White w/Orange Tabby Good with Cats? Yes Good with Dogs? Unknown Good with Children? Yes Declawed? No Special Needs? No How did I get here? Adoption Return; Originally a stray from knightdale Name Parnell Gender Male Age 5 years 2 months…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: James “Derby” Carpenter, January 29th, 2024

Hometown Hero of the Week: James “Derby” Carpenter, January 29th, 2024

Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is James “Derby” Carpenter. “Derby” spends 100% of his time in this life serving the town of Aberdeen NC as a full-time fireman, and on his few days off, he serves as the glue that keeps the small Derby Fire Department held together as a volunteer. Derby also…… Continue Reading

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