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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Meet Jade from Second Chance Pet Adoptions!… Continue Reading
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
The flowers aren’t the only thing blooming for spring! Turn up QDR all weekend to hear some fun and fresh new country blooming just in time for your spring and summer playlist. Discover new music from artists you know and love like Zac Brown, Keith Urban, Tim McGraw, Dan + Shay, and new artists like…… Continue Reading
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
Artist Song Title Album Title Record Label Richard Greene Wolves a’ Howlin’ Bill Monroe Sitting Alone in the Moonlight In the Pines MCA Ashby Frank Midnight Highway Leaving is Believing Mountain Home Alison Kraus/Vince Gill Catfish John Will the Circle Be Unbroken III Alison Kraus Wild Bill Jones Down From the Mountain…… Continue Reading
Racing Season is upon us. The season opener at Wake County Speedway is on Friday, April 5th, and we’ve got your tickets. Win a 4-pack of tickets all week with Nearly Impossible Trivia. Listen with Mike and Amanda, Your Q Morning Crew, at 6:05 a.m. and with Mad Dawg at 5:05 p.m. Tickets are on…… Continue Reading
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
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
Artist Song Title Album Title Record Label Bill Keith Sugarfoot Rag Something Auld, Something Newgrass Blue Moon Rising Time To Be Moving On Strange New World Jim & Jesse Please Be My Love Bean Blossom MCA Lonesome River Band Laura Jean Chronology Vol 1 Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder Road to Spencer…… Continue Reading
CINCH World’s Toughest Rodeo returns to PNC Arena on Saturday, March 30th! Each of the first 100 children will receive a free bandana from CINCH World’s Toughest Rodeo, along with a wrist band for the pre-show Kids Zone. The party will be open to children ages 14 and younger with free pony rides and more.…… Continue Reading
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
QDR is teaming up with Country Connection Western Store to send you on an EXCLUSIVE QDR country music experience featuring our very own Scotty McCreery! Live in the Vineyard Goes Country presented by Visit Napa Valley is an incredible experience of wine, food, and superstar music featuring acoustic performances by: Scotty McCreery, Sara Evans, Rodney Atkins, Hailey Whitters, LoCash,…… Continue Reading
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
Artist Song Title Album Title Record Label Daniel Grindstaff Findland Heroes and Friends Bonfire Ralph Stanley Rank Strangers Classic Bluegrass Rebel Flatt & Scruggs Little Maggie 1959-63 Bear Family Po’ Ramblin’ Boys East Bound and Down (single) Peter Rowan and Nashville BG Band High Lonesome Sound New Moon Rising Sugar hill Becky Buller/Jim Lauderdale…… Continue Reading
Diego is the perfect catch. Let us list some reasons for you. Diego has been overlooked here at the shelter as he’s just your average looking brown doggo (don’t tell him we said that) But give him some time to warm up and his calm and sweet personality will shine! He’s super affectionate once he’s…… Continue Reading
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Deputy Tyler Pope from Smithfield. Deputy Tyler Pope was nominated by Jenny Parris, who says, “Tyler has been with the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office for over 5 years. During his time with the Sheriff’s Office, he has exhibited selfless dedication to his job and the community he…… Continue Reading