Hometown Hero of the Week: Len Needham, March 1st, 2023
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Len Needham, Fire Chief for the Bahama Fire Department since 1985. Len was nominated by Alan Stephenson who says, “He has served the Northern Durham Community of Bahama as a firefighter since 1980 and as Fire Chief since 1997, served on the Board of Directors for the…… Continue Reading
Gold Star Teacher of the Month: March 2023 – Doug Veeder
Our QDR Goldstar Teacher of the month for February is Doug Veeder, social studies/math teacher and football coach at Apex Middle School. Doug was nominated by his wife Stephanie, “Mr. Veeder is one in a million! He graduated from elementary school with his students when he realized how hard it was for them to transition…… Continue Reading
The Q Morning Crew Talks with Jelly Roll!
Check out Mike and Amanda’s conversation with rising star, Jelly Roll! You know him from his song “Son of a Sinner” and his new hit now playing on QDR, “Need A Favor.” Jelly Roll will be playing the Greensboro Coliseum on October 6th. … Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Priscilla from Second Chance!
Priscilla is a sweet 2 year low rider mixed breed girl who adores people and never wants to stop playing! We nicknamed her Bessie because she looks like a little cow, with her white and black markings! She loves other dogs and would love a canine friend in her new home! She knows a few tricks…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Bob Golimowski, February 22nd, 2023
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Bob Golimowski, Detective Sergeant at the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office. Bob was nominated by his wife Elizabeth who says, “Bob works with the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office. Bob is a wonderful man; he has worked in law enforcement for 27.5 years. Though it can be a tough career, he…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Kooky from APS of Durham!
Hi there, I’m Kooky and I’m ready to win you over with my gentle presence and shy personality. I will do best as the only animal in the home but can’t wait to be your best friend! Please come see me today! Kinda kooky how you can find yourself in a position of needing a…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Keith Powell, February 15th, 2023
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Keith Powell, Chief of Police for the Smithfield Police Department! Keith was nominated by his Daughter Caitlyn who says, “Keith Powell has worked for Smithfield Police Department for the past 30 years working his way up to Chief of Police. Keith has given his all to the…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Marimba from APS of Durham!
Marimba is a total sweetheart, snuggle bug, and people pleaser. She has plenty of puppy energy to play and run around, but can also settle easily for a nap or some quiet time with a kong. She is very food motivated and has already learned so much from us and our dogs in the last…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Timmy Godwin, February 8th, 2023
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Timmy Godwin, Fire Chief for the West Johnston Fire Department! Timmy was nominated by his Daughter Madison Barnes who says, “My dad is a wonderful firefighter, friend, dad, and husband. He has served 25 plus years with West Johnston Fire department, over 15 of those he has…… Continue Reading
Gold Star Teacher of the Month: February 2023 – Brittany Barham
Our QDR Goldstar Teacher of the month for February is Brittany Barham, 1st Grade Teacher at Durant Road Elementary. Brittany was nominated by Mellissa Schofield who says, “Brittany is wonderful! She genuinely cares about each of her students, past, present, and even future. She brings out the love of learning in each of her students, especially…… Continue Reading