Fursday: Meet Eli from APS of Durham!
We are so excited to feature ELI, a loveable, snuggly, cat. Photo credit goes to Cathi Bodine. Eli is a young boy, approximately 4-5 months old who loves to play. He loves treats and will do almost anything for one! He is sweet and playful guy with a zest for life. Even though Eli has tested…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Lance Adams, October 5th, 2022
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Lance Adams, an EMT for Johnston County and Volunteer Fireman for West Johnston. Lance was nominated by his mom Cindy who says, Lance has a true servant’s heart. He works as a volunteer where he continues to get hours of classes so he can improve and be…… Continue Reading
Gold Star Teacher of the Month: October 2022 – Angela Woods
Our QDR Goldstar Teacher of the month for October is Angela Woods, a 9th grade English Teacher at Garner Magnet High School Angela was nominated by her mom Gayle Woods who says, “Angela is a 9th grade English teacher who loves each of her students with all of her heart! She overcame a severe stroke in…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Maximus from Second Chance Pet Adoptions!
Our Fursday Pet of the Week is Maximus from Second Chance Pet Adoptions! Maximus is a 4-5 year old mixed breed dog that would make a great companion for someone looking for their very own man’s best friend. Poor Maximus was found on the side of the road, malnourished, infected, and scared, but he has…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Corey Wilson, September 28th, 2022
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Trooper Corey Wilson. Corey was nominated by Joshua Kiser, who says, “Corey had been serving our local community as well as serving our country. Corey is an Air Force veteran of six years, a trooper for Johnston County for the last four years, a fireman for Mar-Mac…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Judd from SPCA of Wake County!
Here’s the story on Judd (formerly Mudd). He is an 8 month old Great Dane puppy that we transferred into our care from one of our partner shelters after animal control seized him as a cruelty case. We don’t have any specific details about his case beyond that. But upon arrival at the SPCA, he…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Lee Brock, September 21, 2022
Our QDR Hometown Hero of this week is Lee Brock, a Firefighter in Hope Mills, NC. Lee was nominated by his fiancé who says, “Lee is an amazing firefighter, father, and provider. He is a full-time firefighter at Hope Mills Fire Department and a part-time firefighter at Rockfish Fire Department. He is the most selfless…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Popeye from SPCA of Wake County!
This is Popeye! He is a 6-year-old dog who is looking for a new home after his previous owner sadly passed away and he was left with no other family. Popeye is incredibly calm and easy-going, and he would be a great fit for most households. Popeye is pretty independent and sometimes aloof, and doesn’t…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Paula Little, September 14, 2022
Our QDR Hometown Hero of this week is Registered Nurse, Paula Little. Paula was nominated by Tiffany who says, “Paula always goes above and beyond. She was recently married in June and was getting ready to go on our honeymoon when her husband had a fire explode in his face and was transferred to the…… Continue Reading
Gold Star Teacher of the Month: September 2022 – Mrs. Katelyn Dwyer
Our QDR Gold Star Teacher of the Month of September is Katelyn Dwyer, a math teacher at Edward Best Elementary School. Katelyn Dwyer is our Gold Star teacher Of the month for September. Katelyn is a fifth-grade teacher at Edward best elementary school in Franklin County. Katelyn was nominated by her husband Nick Dwyer who says,…… Continue Reading