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Get on our QDR Christmas Card List
Would you like to get a Christmas Card from your Q Crew? Just sign up below and give us your address so we can send you a card. We’ll send out as many as we can and if you have extra, we’d love to get one from you too! Mail the Q Crew a Christmas…… Continue Reading
Identify the Masked Singer to win $1,000
94.7 QDR and FOX 50 are issuing a ONE THOUSAND DOLLAR reward to anyone who can identify the Masked Singer. According to reports, the suspected masked singer is a member of the WRAL News Team and has been taunting authorities by leaving clues using a disguised voice. Listen to QDR daily to hear the Masked…… Continue Reading
WIN TICKETS TO SEE LUKE COMBS IN 2023!
It will be the BIGGEST concert of 2023 and 94.7 QDR, Your Country Concert Station, has THE MOST, FREE TICKETS! LUKE COMBS returns home to Carolina, July 15th 2023 at the only place in Carolina BIG enough for a his homecoming…PANTHERS STADIUM! Starting Monday, 9/12, listen for 2 IN A ROW, to win 2 FOR…… Continue Reading
Help Design the QDR Playlist
One of the main reasons you listen to QDR is for the music, and we want to be sure we’re playing what you want to hear as often or as little as you want to hear it. You can help design the QDR playlist to give you the BEST listening experience, and you could win a…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Shila from Second Chance Pet Adoptions
Our Fursday Pet of the Week is Shila from Second Chance Pet Adoptions! Shila, a quiet middle-aged hound, is looking for a forever home, preferably with another dog and a fenced-in yard. She’s an independent gal who likes to chew on bones and play with toys, but at the end of the day, she also…… Continue Reading
Fursday: March 31, 2022
This week, we are highlighting our furbabies from this month that are still available at our Fursday Pet Partners! Beatrice from Second Chance Pet Adoptions Beatrice, a 5-year-old black and white pit mix. We rescued Beatrice from a county shelter after being absolutely dazzled by her pearly whites! She’s such a happy girl, whether she’s…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Rayo from APS of Durham
Our Fursday Pet of the Week is Rayo from Animal Protection Society of Durham! “Good looking, check; affectionate check; sweet, double check! I’m a darling and good boy who’s a bit stressed here at the shelter. I’m sure to settle well in my new home. I’m a bit unsure meeting new friends, please go slow…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Merken from SPCA of Wake County
Our Fursday Pet of the Week is Merken from SPCA of Wake County! Merken is everything you could ever want in a cat! He’s a staff favorite at the SPCA. This 4-year-old guy is a huge snuggle bug who loves curling up on your lap or putting his paws up on you to ask for…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Libby from Wake County Animal Center
Our Fursday Pet of the Week is Libby from Wake County Animal Center! Are you looking for that one special dog that will cuddle with your family or play a game of frisbee in the backyard? A dog that is house trained and has great manners in your home? Well, look no further! Libby is…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Beatrice from Second Chance Pet Adoptions
Our Fursday Pet of the Week is Beatrice from Second Chance Pet Adoptions! Today we’re looking for a special listener for a special dog: Beatrice, a 5-year-old black and white pit mix. We rescued Beatrice from a county shelter after being absolutely dazzled by her pearly whites! She’s such a happy girl, whether she’s sitting…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Johnny Cash from APS of Durham
Our Fursday Pet of the Week is Johnny Cash from Animal Protection Society of Durham! Visit Johnny Cash’s profile here! Prepare yourself for FUN! I’m a great and jolly guy ready to find the home and yard of my dreams! I’m a cheery guy who loves to have fun and play. I’m a bit jumpy…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Elicia from SPCA of Wake County
Our Fursday Pet of the Week is Elicia from SPCA of Wake County! This happy little wiggle-butt is 9-month-old Elicia! Elicia is 32 lbs. and may grow to be around 40-50 lbs. Elicia is a lovable, snuggly, and playful puppy that was rescued by SPCA Wake after being found abandoned. But she doesn’t let it…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Katydid from Wake County Animal Center
Our Fursday Pet of the Week is Katydid from Wake County Animal Center! Awesome dog alert!! Katydid is a four-year-old American Staffy mix. She loves hugs and cuddles and is a volunteer favorite. Her previous owner had great things to say about her – she’s crate training, potty trained, and is an all-around good girl.…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Nesquik from Second Chance Pet Adoptions
Our Fursday Pet of the Week is Nesquik from Second Chance Pet Adoptions! Meet Nesquik, this adorable 6 month old boy is looking for his forever home. Nesquik is a social butterfly and loves to be around people. He is the life of the party. Like all kittens Nesquik loves to play. You will almost…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Muse and Pauline from APS
Our Fursday Pets of the Week are Muse and Pauline from the Animal Protection Society of Durham! Muse and Pauline are a senior bonded pair with their adoption fees completely waived. Come by and meet them today! Visit Muse’s profile here! Visit Pauline’s profile here! APS of Durham2117 E. Club Blvd. | Durham, NC |…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Chloe from SPCA of Wake County
Our Fursday Pet of the Week is Chloe from SPCA of Wake County! Nope that’s not a wolf — that’s a Chloe! This heart-meltingly sweet 3-year-old girl has been waiting for a home at SPCA Wake since June of 2021. She’s been patiently waiting to find her future family, and all the staff and volunteers at…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Rocko from Wake County Animal Center
Meet Rocko from The Wake County Animal Center! Rocko is a low-key senior that came to the shelter recently as a stray. Like most seniors, he appreciates a good soft padded bed and naps. Despite his age, he still enjoys going out for (slow) walks and loves a good treat. He is extremely sweet and…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Leo from Second Chance Pet Adoptions
Meet Leo from Second Chance Pet Adoptions, our Fursday pet of the week! Leo is an 11 year, 5-month-old calm kitty that is ready to give you the biggest hug! He loves his humans, and would be fine with other mellow cats, but would also thrive as the only kitty! He is currently on a…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Dora from Wake County Animal Center
Meet Dora from The Wake County Animal Center! Sweet and gentle is how the volunteers described Dora. She came to the Center as a stray so we don’t know her background. Dora does head butts for attention. She uses her litter tray so she is probably litter box trained. Dora is a small kitty with…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Buffy from Second Chance Pet Adoptions
Our Fursday Pet of the Week is Buffy! With eight years of practice in the fine art of friendship, Buffy is more than prepared to be your co-pilot in life! She prefers to fly solo in terms of other furry friends, but Buffy has plenty of personality to fill your heart alone. This gal loves…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Missy from APS of Durham
Meet Missy! “Hello there! I’m a sweet and friendly girl who loves gentle affection! I’m super happy to meet new people and also love to explore. I’m playful too, toss a ball or toy for me and see! I really enjoy gentle affection and might even crawl into your lap or lean into you for…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Jane from SPCA of Wake County
Meet Jane! This sweet, smushy girl was found as a stray in Harnett County, and now she’s looking for a family of her very own. Jane is 2 years old and weighs about 50 lbs. Unfortunately she is battling heartworms, but she is receiving a full course of treatment through SPCA Wake. Jane is playful,…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Howl-O-Ween Harvest Ball
This Fursday on QDR, we want to celebrate our pet partners for our 19th Howl-O-Ween Harvest Ball coming this Saturday at Lincoln Theater in Raleigh! Thank you SPCA of Wake County and APS of Durham! AND a huge thank you to our other Fursday sponsors, Second Chance Pet Adoptions and Wake County Animal Center!… Continue Reading
QDR Fursdays: Meet Tyson
Our QDR Fursday pet of the week is Tyson from the Wake County Animal Center! Hello there, thanks for stopping by to meet me. I’m Tyson and as you can see, I’m a handsome young man. I’ve been at the shelter for a while now and eager to find a family of my own. Being…… Continue Reading
QDR Fursdays: Meet Jade from Second Chance Pet Adoptions
Meet Jade from Second Chance Pet Adoptions!… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Bryan Belvin, December 7th, 2022
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Bryan Belvin, Captain for the Clayton Fire Department on Rescue #1. Bryan was nominated by Austin Neuhaus who says, “I work alongside Bryan and every day I go to work he is always there inspiring me to do better, to be better. Every place we go there…… Continue Reading
PineCone Playlist: December 4th, 2022
Artist Song Title Album Title Record Label Tom Adams Bluegrass Breakdown Right Hand Man Rounder Ray Edwards My name is Jimmy Martin Portrait of a Bluegrass Songwriter Rhonda Vincent Christmas Times A-Coming Beautiful Star Rounder Lorraine Jordan & Carolina Road Christmas time in the Smokies Christmas time in the Smokies Jr. Williams Railroad…… Continue Reading
QDR Homegrown Country: December 4th, 2022
Featured artist: Liz Hopkins of Delta Rae (Raleigh) Liz will perform “White Christmas” live in the QDR studios and we’ll spin “A North Wind” off of their brand new Holiday album “Hours Before Morning” available everywhere you digital music is sold or streamed! www.deltarae.com Delta Rae will be playing two nights at The Lincoln Theatre in…… Continue Reading
Gold Star Teacher of the Month: December 2022 – Kelly Davis
Our QDR Goldstar Teacher of the month for December is Kelly Davis, Librarian for Polenta Elementary. Kelly was nominated by Amber Clos who says, “Mrs. Davis is one of a kind. Every child she meets absolutely loves and adores her! She volunteers so much of her time and is always positive! She is the science…… Continue Reading
12 Days of Christmas
Santa Q is loading up his sleigh to celebrate the 12 Days of Christmas on QDR! Unwrap amazing gifts like concert tickets, gift cards for shopping, cornhole boards, gas cards, and more! Starting Monday, 12/5, listen weekdays at 8:25 am, 10:25 am, 12:25 pm, 2:25 pm, 3:25 pm, and 4:25 pm. It’s all powered by…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Fenway With Second Chance Pet Adoptions!
Fenway is the definition of a gentle giant and is looking for an adventure buddy! He loves to run and play and is very well trained (he knows sit, heel, lay down, come, and more!). He even does well off leash, and is working on doing his best when not on leash! Fenway is a…… Continue Reading
PineCone Playlist: November 27th, 2022
Artist Song Title Album Title Record Label Bluegrass 95 Whiskey Before Breakfast Bluegrass 95` Pinecastle Flatt & Scruggs Blue Ridge Cabin Home Foggy Mountain Jamboree County Bill Monroe Georgia Rose In the Pines MCA Ralph Stanley Christmas Time’s A’Comin’ Christmas Time with Ralph Stanley Rebel Joe Mullins Big City (single) Billy Blue Country Gentlemen Christmas…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Janice Jones, November 30rd, 2022
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Janice Jones, registered nurse from Garner. Janice was nominated by her daughter Brittney who says, “My momma deserves to be recognized because she is a nurse at Wake Med. My momma has been a nurse for over 22 years, she has worked in many different departments and…… Continue Reading
QDR Homegrown Country: November 27, 2022
Featured Artist: Thomas Robinson and the Southern Storm (Rocky Mount) — We’ll spin his latest single “Working Man’s Pay” and he’ll play a live song for us “Last of a Dyin Breed” southernstormmusic.com Trey Calloway (Cornelius) — “Carolina Man” www.treycallowaymusic.com Paige King Johnson (Angier) — “Santa Train” www.paigekingjohnson.com 2digh4 (Fuquay-Varina) — “Dang Bro” www.2digh4.com Steph Lynn…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Garland Hicks, November 23rd, 2022
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Garland Hicks, assistant Chief of Corinth Vol. Fire Dept. Garland was nominated by Kenny Harp who says, “Garland started firefighting at the age of 19. He has put his heart and soul into his career and has a heart of gold when it comes to helping people.…… Continue Reading
PineCone Playlist: November 20th, 2022
Artist Song Title Album Title Record Label Tony Rice Stoney Creek Tony Rice Rounder Lou Reid, Terry Baucom & Carolina Don’t Pass Me By Carolina Blue Rebel Billy Strings Red Daisey Renewal Pam Gadd Bluegrass Survival Single John Duffey She’s More to Be Pitied Always In Style Country Gentlemen Over The Hills…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Rose With APS!
This week we are featuring an energetic and sweet girl, ROSE. Hi there! I’m Rose, a super smart, playful, and affectionate girl with lots of fun energy! I LOVE to learn, have lots of yummy treats, and lots and lots of affection. I love to play and really enjoy chasing a ball or toy, toss one…… Continue Reading
QDR Homegrown Country: November 20, 2022
Featured artist: Jennifer Alvarado (Vale) — New Christmas single out 11/25 “Love Came Down” “Catfish” www.jenniferalvarado.com Brad Hunnings (Wake Forest) — “A Leg to Stand on” IG: @bradhunnings Eric Strickland (Four Oaks, NC) — “Sweet Mandy Brown” www.ericstricklandmusic.com Justin West (Coats) — “Mine” facebook.com/justinwestofficial Steve Everett (Greensboro) — “Alabama Blue Eyes” www.steveeverett.net Rich Richards (Raleigh) — “A…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: James Ellen III, November 16th, 2022
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is James Ellen lll, a paramedic supervisor with Halifax County EMS. James was nominated by his sister Kathryn who says, “My brother has grown up in EMS. He started volunteering with Enfield Rescue Squad when he was old enough to ride his bike to the station. He continues…… Continue Reading