Fursday: Meet El Greco from APS of Durham!
El Greco is a fan favorite at APS. Hear what volunteers have to say about him: He has the cutest, smooshiest face that I just can’t resist. He’s a big goofball and loves to run around with a toy and entertain himself by tossing it around on his own. He also loves the swimming pool…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Trevor Baines, April 26th, 2023
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Captain Trevor Baines of the Heartsease Fire Department. Trevor was nominated by his girlfriend Frances, who says, “Trevor is fearless he will drop anything he is doing when he hears that tone drop for station 19. He is dedicated to saving the people of our community. He…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Bree from SPCA of Wake County!
If meeting the sweetest dog on earth was on your bucket list, get ready to cross it off! 6-month-old Bree from the SPCA of Wake County is looking for a home to call her own. Bree was rescued as a stray — she was found running along the side of the road with chemical burns on…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: JT Westbrook, April 19th, 2023
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is JT Westbrook, volunteer firefighter for the town of Erwin. JT was nominated by Marlie Mooneyham who says, “JT deserves to be recognized because he works a full time job with Harnett County Schools Maintenance Department, and comes home to his family and still volunteers many hours to…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Mardi Gras from Saving Grace!
Meet marvelous Mardi Gras! Mardi Gras is all about the party and socialization around other dogs in her playgroup at the farm, but she can be a bit shy at first around people. She is a stunning black Shepherd mix who is a wonderful medium size pup. Mardi Gras is a loyal and intelligent dog…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Jordan Hill, April 12th, 2023
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Jordan Hill, fire chief for the Clinton Fire Department. Jordan was nominated by his wife Karissa who says, “he is the current fire chief of Clinton, NC and has served multiple other departments including volunteering since he was 18. His passion and commitment to the fire service is more than admirable…… Continue Reading
Medical Training in the Studio!
Today we had Melissa Overton and Jessica Herring in the studio. Melissa is the owner of medicaltraining.me. Melissa has over 20 instructors that travel to teach a variety of classes including: CPR, First Aid, Babysitting, and more! For more information about how you and people you know can take classes to be prepared for the…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Sam and Cannon from Second Chance!
If you’re looking to adopt a pair of blue cats, listen up: identical twin brothers Sam and Cannon are looking for a home together! These 7-month-old kittens can’t imagine life without each other; they make excellent playmates. When they’re done with their rough-and-tumble wrestling match, they’ll want to snuggle into your lap. Their ideal home would only include…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Rhonda Coyne, April 5th, 2023
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Rhonda Coyne, a detective for the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office. For years Rhonda has held the position of crime scene detective for the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office. She has served in numerous roles and positions during her law enforcement career inlcuding Criminal Investigator for the Lake Royale Police Department. She…… Continue Reading
Gold Star Teacher of the Month: April 2023 – Mackenzie Jenkins
Our QDR Gold Star Teacher of the month for April is Mackenzie Jenkins, a 5th grade teacher at Thanksgiving Elementary in Selma. MacKenzie was nominated by her mom Susan, who says, “MacKenzie started teaching at Thanksgiving Elementary last year as a fourth grade teacher. She was a teacher at River Dell Elementary right out of college and…… Continue Reading