Fursday: Meet Do-Si-Do from APS of Durham!
Have you ever thought to yourself, I’d really like to have a dog that is calm, silly, sweet, cuddly, and plays well with other dogs? Meet Do-Si-Do. Fortunate for you, she checks all those boxes. We can’t quite figure out why Do-Si-Do is still here, considering she’s all types of perfect. This girl is not…… Continue Reading
ENTER TO WIN THE TAILGATING YARD MAGIC CONTEST!
Your projects begin here… at The Fairgrounds Southern Ideal Home Show from Friday, April 12th, through Sunday, April 14th, at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds. Enjoy three days to shop, compare, and save with local, trusted experts to make your dream home a reality. Plus, from now until Thursday, April 11th, at 11:59 p.m., enter…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Marshall Smith, April 3rd, 2024
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Marshall Smith, Firefighter with the Clayton Fire Department. Marshall is a full-time firefighter for Clayton Fire Department. He has multiple years of experience with other departments including Smithfield, Eastern Wake, and he also volunteered at Hillcrest in Raeford while serving six years in the US Army 82nd…… Continue Reading
Gold Star Teacher of the Month: April 2024 – Lynn Ritter
Our QDR Gold Star Teacher of the month for April is Lynn Ritter, 7th grade math teacher at Falls Lake Academy Creedmoor. Lynn was nominated by her daughter Cali, who says, “Lynn Ritter is not only the best mom ever, but she is also a phenomenal 7th grade math teacher at FLA. Though my mom wasn’t…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Davis from Saving Grace!
This pup is full of energy and a lover of the outdoors! He is great with other puppies, adult dogs, kids and adults. Whether he is running around the yard or tackling new adventures, he is all heart. Davis has mastered sleeping through the night and is crate trained. He is learning new skills like…… Continue Reading
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