Fursday: Meet Muneca from APS of Durham!
Muneca lives up to the true meaning of her name, doll! Her sweet, endearing, and affectionate nature makes her the perfect candidate for anyone looking for their next companion. She can be nervous in new settings but with reassurance and lots of love, she’ll warm right up. Muneca came to us with 3 other canine…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Jan Snipes, May 29th, 2024
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Jan Snipes, District Chief for Harnett County Emergency Services. Jan has served Harnett County as a paramedic since May of 1994. Jan is committed to helping others and saving lives. She is compassionate and provides excellent care to her patients and goes above and beyond to serve her community.…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Tassel from Saving Grace!
Meet Tassel! This handsome guy has the sweetest face! A complete canine charmer, Tassel just wants to be loved and given affection. He does excellent in his crate and appears to be almost completely potty-trained. Although one of his legs looks a little different, that doesn’t slow him down at all! He enjoys being outside…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Victor Barreiro, May 22nd, 2024
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is Victor Barreiro, Police Officer for the Raleigh Police Department. Victor was nominated by his wife Justina, who says, “Victor has been with the Raleigh Police Department for more than 10 years. He’s dedicated, passionate, and always willing to serve his community. Victor coaches soccer with the Raleigh…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Kovu from APS of Durham!
We know what you’re thinking, how did this handsome boy find his way to the shelter and why is he still there. Two questions we really don’t have the answers to, but you can help solve one of them. Kovu is sweet and sensitive but loves to play with other dogs. He actually arrived to…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Marissa Delisi, May 15th, 2024
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Marissa Delisi, an EMT working with Wilson County, Green County, and Jamesville. Marrisa was nominated by her mother Jeannie, who says, “my daughter Marissa has been an EMT for 5 years and she completed her Advanced EMT last year. She has been in emergency services since graduating…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Lush from Second Chance!
Lush is 4 years old, loves people, cuddling, and other dogs! She was found in a trailer park wandering around with her two babies. When Lush is with another dog, she really comes out of her shell. Lush is very mellow, go with the flow, and adores people. When she’s with her people, she thinks…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: David Hawkins, May 8th, 2024
Our QDR Hometown Hero Of The Week Is David Hawkins, First Sergeant For The Highway Patrol. David Hawkins has served with the North Carolina State Highway Patrol since September of 1997. During his time on the patrol, he has served in many different capacities; such as the Highway Patrol Motor Unit, Criminal Interdiction Unit Sergeant,…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Marty from APS of Durham!
Meet lil’ Moe. Handsome, sweet, goofy, and great with other dogs. Don’t let his worried face fool you, once he’s comfortable with his friends, his frown turns upside down! Chin scratches and head pats are his jam, and he’ll take those with a side of hot dogs please. Moe has become a lot braver than…… Continue Reading
Gold Star Teacher of the Month: May 2024 – Michelle Pitts
Our QDR Gold Star Teacher of the month for May is Michelle Pitts, 6th Grade Science Teacher at North Johnston Middle School. Michelle was nominated by Tonya Sanderson who says, Michelle was my son’s 1st grade teacher and his 6th grade Science teacher. She goes out of her way to include all the children and make sure they know she cares about them as a person but…… Continue Reading