Hometown Hero of the Week: Mindy Rouse, March 27th, 2024
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Mindy Rouse, Occupational Therapist with Wayne County Public Schools.” Mindy was nominated by Diana Soles who says, “Mindy is a home town hero as she wears many capes. She works with Wayne County Public Schools as an Occupational Therapy Assistant, working with Special Needs children. She has been…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Sawyer from APS of Durham!
Heartthrob alert! Sawyer is a big, goofy guy with a big goofy head. He has recently let us know that he is not camera shy and will never say no to a big “cheese!” as he is the big ham. Toss him a ball or toy and he’ll be your loyal companion for days. He…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Jimmy Covington, March 20th, 2024
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Jimmy Covington, Sergeant for the Aberdeen Police Department. Jimmy was nominated by Lynne Womack who says, “Jimmy has been in law enforcement for 19 years, and he just got a promotion to Sergeant a few months ago with the Aberdeen Police Department. He is also involved with…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Bam Bam from APS of Durham!
Bam Bam has been through a lot since he arrived at APS. Battling an upper respiratory infection and letting us know he is positive for FelV. After finally hitting the adoption floor recently, he’s shown us that he’s timid but brave and ready to pack his bags and move in with you. Because Bam Bam…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Scott Holder, March 13th, 2024
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Scott Holder, Assistant Fire Marshall for the City of Durham. Scott was nominated by his friend Kaitlyn, who says, “Scott has worked for the Durham Fire Dept for 26 years. He has worked his way up from the Academy to now being an Assistant Fire Marshall for…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Diego from APS of Durham!
Diego is the perfect catch. Let us list some reasons for you. Diego has been overlooked here at the shelter as he’s just your average looking brown doggo (don’t tell him we said that) But give him some time to warm up and his calm and sweet personality will shine! He’s super affectionate once he’s…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Deputy Tyler Pope, March 6th, 2024
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Deputy Tyler Pope from Smithfield. Deputy Tyler Pope was nominated by Jenny Parris, who says, “Tyler has been with the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office for over 5 years. During his time with the Sheriff’s Office, he has exhibited selfless dedication to his job and the community he…… Continue Reading
Gold Star Teacher of the Month: March 2024 – Paul Zehr
Our QDR Gold Star Teacher of the month for March is Paul Zehr, Health and PE teacher at Holly Grove Middle School. Paul was nominated by his wife Laura who says, “My husband has taught middle school health/PE for the last 17 years. To say he is passionate about what he does is an understatement. He…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Christopher James McIntosh, February 28th, 2024
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Christopher James McIntosh, State Trooper and Firefighter from Buies Creek. Christopher works three different jobs as a first responder and, like other heroes, he saves lives 24/7. He’s a Captain on Buies Creek Fire Department where he works part-time. He’s also a North Carolina State Trooper in…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Olivia Chewton John, Jude Paw, and Bark Wahlberg from Second Chance!
Meet Olivia Chewton John, a charming 3-month-old tan puppy with a heart as golden as her fur. Born in Vance County Animal Shelter alongside six siblings, Olivia and her family were rescued by Second Chance Pet Adoptions just hours after their arrival. The only tan pup in the litter, Olivia has a unique and endearing…… Continue Reading