Gold Star Teacher of the Month: November 2024 – Holly Potts
Our QDR Gold Star Teacher of the Month for November is Holly Potts, art teacher at Lead Mine Elementary School. Ms. Potts was nominated by 32 different people including, teachers, peers, and relatives for our QDR Gold Star Teacher of the Month. Ms. Potts is not only the BEST art teacher, and proudly our school’s…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: John Hewitt IV, October 30th, 2024
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is John Hewitt IV, Captain with the Kinston Police Department. John began his career with the Kinston Police Department on February 12, 1996, and he recently retired from full-time duty at the rank of captain after serving the citizens of Kinston for the last 28 and a half…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Henderson from APS of Durham!
My name is Henderson, but my friends call me Survivor! I’ve been through a lot. I’m an active boy and a good learner; I already know sit, paw, and other paw. I can be anxious or jumpy and stressed–a hurricane will do that to you–but I’m also excited just to be here. I like treats,…… Continue Reading
The Nashville Songwriters return to DPAC!
Some of the Nashville’s greatest storytellers, Tim Nichols, Jimmy Yeary, Catie Offerman, Wynn Varble, The Warren Brothers, Monty Criswell, and Jeff Outlaw, are coming to DPAC on Friday, February 21st, 2025 for an exclusive QDR country music event. Tickets are on sale now! Get full show details here… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Dreamer from Saving Grace!
Dreaming of a beauty of a hound? Black and deep mocha, with ears that go on forever? A sharp hound mind and active sense of adventure? Well then you are dreaming of Dreamer and we are here to deliver your dreams in a dog form. Dreamer is an adult hound who weighs about 45 lbs…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Lindsay Holt, October 23rd, 2024
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Lindsay Holt, 911 dispatcher for Chatham County. Lindsay is a volunteer firefighter at Pocket Fire Dept. She has been a 911 dispatcher, going on 8 years. 5 of those 8 years, she has been full-time with Chatham County Communications. She loves to serve her community, whether it’s…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Pudge from APS of Durham!
All APS adoptable dogs are only $25 until the end of October! They call me Pudge, really I’m just super cute! I’m wiggly, friendly, independent, active, and busy! I love to explore, eat treats and peanut butter, play with toys, and have long walks! I’ll need object exchange for toys, calming exercises, basic training and…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Lexus Thompson, October 17th, 2024
QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Lexus Thompson, who works full time with Johnston County EMS. Lexus is a mother and an amazing wife who works 24-hour shifts at her full-time job with Johnston County EMS, as well as a part-time job with Johnston Community College as an American Heart Association Administrative Assistant. She…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Camden from APS of Durham!
Well, well, I’m a high energy guy who’s sensitive too! Who knew I could be both! I can be insecure at times, but I’m bound to gain confidence with your help. I’m curious and love to explore. I also enjoy gentle affection once I’ve gotten to know you. I’ll need gentle people, confidence building, and…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: James Newburg, October 9th, 2024
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is James Newburg, a firefighter for the Cleveland Fire Department. James works full-time at Cleveland Fire Department and part-time with Four Oaks and Meadow, as well as being a volunteer with Meadow. James goes above and beyond to serve the people in his community. He is always the…… Continue Reading