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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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