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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
Fursday: Meet Cecilia from Saving Grace!
‘Celia, you’re MELTING my heartYou’re BOOSTING my confidence dailyOh Cecilia, I’m down on my kneesI’m begging you please to come home… WITH ME’Watch out, because before you know it, you’ll be begging Cecilia to come home!Check out her fabulous features….Great Size of 40lbs? Yep!Fabulously spotted coat? She’s got it!Sweet ‘melt-your-heart’ face? Check, check, check!OH Cecilia…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Colton Davis, November 20th, 2024
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Colton Davis, firefighter for the Fayetteville Fire Department. Colton has been a firefighter in Fayetteville for six years and with the Northview Fire Department in Sanford since birth. Most people think he was born for this and I honestly believe he was. Both Colton’s parents are firefighters…… Continue Reading
PineCone Playlist: November 17th, 2024
Artist Song Title Album Title Record Label Alan Munde Hot Burrito Breakdown Festival Favorites Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver Speak Softly Once and for Aalways Sugar Hill Shannon Slaughter Movin’ On Never Standing Still Red Camel Collective Roll on Mississippi Sincerity Sideline Mountain Girl Session 2 Lester Flatt & Earl Scruggs Cripple…… Continue Reading
Holiday Live and Kickin’ Friday with Mike and Amanda!
Have you ever wanted to see behind the scenes of all things radio? Now is your chance! Join Mike and Amanda for the Holiday Edition of Live and Kickin’! Register below to attend. Breakfast will be provided by Hardee’s, and our friends at Jernigan’s will provide you with a special gift! Brought to you by…… Continue Reading
Win Tickets to Christmas Carousel Holiday Gift Market!
For over 37 years, the Christmas Carousel Holiday Gift Market has been a Triangle Thanksgiving Tradition for thousands of holiday shoppers. Over 250 exhibitors come together each year showcasing arts, crafts, holiday foods, gifts, floral, holiday decorations, and much, much more! The 90,000 square foot Jim Graham Building is the setting for the show, making…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Java!
Sometimes when I’m stressed it’s like I’ve had too much Java! But YOU could never have too much Java! I’m an independent, smart, sensitive, curious, and intelligent girl! I like treats, gentle people, exploring, and keeping busy! I’ll need people who go slow with me, space to feel comfortable, time to warm up, confidence building…… Continue Reading
PineCone Playlist: November 10th, 2024
Artist Song Title Album Title Record Label Billy Strings Peartree Me & Dad Rounder Flatt & Scruggs Down the Road 1959-1963 Bear Family Bill Monroe Sitting Alone in the Moonlight In the Pines MCA Ralph Stanley Little Maggie Classic Bluegrass Rebel Becky Buller Jubilee (same) Dark Shadow Bluegrass Album Band A Letter From My Darling…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Adam Hayworth, November 13th, 2024
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Adam Hayworth, firefighter for the Zebulon and Rolesville fire departments. Adam (my husband) has been serving the community since he was a young boy! He joined the Zebulon Fire Department as a teenager and served with their Explorer Group (basically junior fireman), until he was old enough…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Wiggle from APS of Durham!
More enthusiasm, more movement, more wiggles! I’m an excited, silly, sweet, and affectionate guy who likes to stay active! I also like butt scratches, gentle massage petting, treats, and lots of play! I’d benefit from calming exercises, basic training, enrichment, and lots of exercise and play time! Come visit me today!… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Anthony Clifton, November 6th, 2024
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Anthony Clifton, firefighter with the 50/210 Fire Department. I have never met a more selfless, giving, caring, gentle, hard-working, family-oriented, and amazing-hearted person as Anthony. We’ve been married for 13 years, and we have two amazing daughters who look up to their daddy and are so proud…… Continue Reading
PineCone Playlist: November 3rd, 2024
Artist Song Title Album Title Record Label Darrin Nicholson Rawhide Fret a Spell Dailey & Vincent Don’t you call my name Rounder Lonesome River Band Blues of the Night The Winning Hand Lou Reid I call your name Live at Down Home Flatt & Scruggs Just Ain’t The Essential Flatt &…… Continue Reading
Gold Star Teacher of the Month: November 2024 – Holly Potts
Our QDR Gold Star Teacher of the Month for November is Holly Potts, art teacher at Lead Mine Elementary School. Ms. Potts was nominated by 32 different people including, teachers, peers, and relatives for our QDR Gold Star Teacher of the Month. Ms. Potts is not only the BEST art teacher, and proudly our school’s…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: John Hewitt IV, October 30th, 2024
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is John Hewitt IV, Captain with the Kinston Police Department. John began his career with the Kinston Police Department on February 12, 1996, and he recently retired from full-time duty at the rank of captain after serving the citizens of Kinston for the last 28 and a half…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Henderson from APS of Durham!
My name is Henderson, but my friends call me Survivor! I’ve been through a lot. I’m an active boy and a good learner; I already know sit, paw, and other paw. I can be anxious or jumpy and stressed–a hurricane will do that to you–but I’m also excited just to be here. I like treats,…… Continue Reading
PineCone Playlist: October 27th, 2024
Artist Song Title Album Title Record Label Richard Greene Wolves ‘A Howlin’ Rarely Herd Simon Crutchfield’s’ Grave Midnight Loneliness Rarely Herd Nashville Bluegrass Band Blackbirds and the Crows Unleashed Sugar Hill Tony Rice Banks of the Ohio Tony Rice Rounder Country Gentlemen Secret of the Waterfall Award Winning Country Gentlemen Rebel Scott Tackett…… Continue Reading