Fursday: Meet Beluga from Second Chance!
Hey everyone! I’m Beluga, I am a little over 2 years old and am looking for a place to call my forever home. I am a very sweet and chirpy boy, overall am pretty laid back. I would do best in a home with kids age 12+. I can sometimes be a little nervous in…… Continue Reading
Gold Star Teacher of the Month: August 2024 – Jennifer Eudy
Our QDR Gold Star Teacher of the Month is Jennifer Eudy, teacher at Floyd L. Knight School. Jennifer was nominated by Angie Womack, her assistant, who says, “Ms. Eudy is an amazing teacher that works with children and adults with special needs. She has worked at Floyd L. Knight school in Lee County for 21…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Lee Byrd, July 31st, 2024
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Lee Byrd, Fire Chief for Elevation Fire Department. Lee was nominated by his wife Erin, who says, “Lee has been a firefighter at Elevation Fire Department for 15 years. He has served in many positions from lieutenant to assistant chief and most recently has taken on the…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Austin Gregory, July 24th, 2024
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Austin Gregory, Firefighter for the Clinton Fire Department and Meadow Volunteer Fire Department. Austin was nominated by Dale Gregory, who says, “On the evening of 7/10/2024, Austin was on his 24-hour shift, preparing for a shower when he heard his Lieutenant yelling for his help. Austin immediately…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Rumor from Saving Grace!
Meet Rumor, the 57lb brindle beauty who’s ready to steal your heart! Rumor is… she’s about one of the nicest dogs at the farm and OH SO deserving of a cushy comfy furever hone! This fabulous Terrier-Pittie mix lady is an adult who has put in her time being a top-notch mom to plenty of…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Steven Montague, July 17th, 2024
Our QDR Hometown Hero Of The Week is Steven Montague, Lieutenant at Wendell Fire Department and Four Oaks Fire Department. “Steven is the most selfless person I’ve ever met. We were best friends in high school, and now we are married. He is raising my three children as his own, and nobody can ever tell the difference, because…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Veronica from APS of Durham!
Meet #girlboss Veronica. This big chonk loves a good meal and is enthusiastic about new things, life can just be so exciting through the eyes of a pup! Her social nature may be just what you’re looking for and we’re here to help make that match. Veronica came to us in February and has spent…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Trent Austin, July 10th, 2024
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is Trent Austin, firefighter with the 50/210 Fire Department. Trent was nominated by his wife Maegan who says, “I nominate my husband Trent Austin as a hometown hero, because he has 10 years of firefighter service, and he never ever complains about his job. He enjoys getting up…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Ben from Second Chance!
Meet Ben: The Three-Legged Wonder! Ben is full of loving puppy energy! He adores cuddles, hugs, and belly rubs. Always ready for the next adventure. Ben came to us with a severely broken leg, and the best treatment option was to amputate. Within days of his surgery, Ben showed us just how resilient and spirited…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Daniel Karlinski, July 3rd, 2024
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is Daniel Karlinski, Captain on the Raleigh Police Department. Daniel was nominated by his wife Adriane, who says, “My husband, Dan, is known for his kindness, hard work, and selflessness as a dedicated officer with 27 years of experience in the field. Despite his long career, he has…… Continue Reading