Our QDR Hometown Hero of this week is Jordan Craven, a Firefighter in Clayton. Jordan was nominated by his girlfriend Lauren who says, “Jordan is very passionate about being a firefighter. He joined the local Volunteer Fire Department when he was in high school. After graduation, he became a career fireman which he has been…… Continue Reading
Our QDR Hometown Hero of this week is Mackenzie Koonts, a Nurse in Raleigh. Mackenzie was nominated by her husband Jordan, who says, “Mackenzie is my high school sweetheart. After meeting at Apex High School, we both went off to ECU together (go pirates)! This past year and we tied the knot after over six…… Continue Reading
Our QDR Hometown Hero of this week is Brittany Thomas, CNA from Wilson. Brittany was nominated by her father Ed, who says “I would like to nominate my daughter, Brittany Thomas as a QDR Hometown Hero. She has been a CNA for the past four years and absolutely found her calling. She started at the…… Continue Reading
Congrats to Mrs. Cindy Alala at Willow Springs Elementary School, our Gold Star Teacher of the Month for July! Mrs. Alala’s nominator says, “Mrs. Cindy Alala is a Kindergarten teacher and has been teaching for 24 years at Willow Springs Elementary. She was a finalist this year for Wake County’s Teacher of the Year, with only 10…… Continue Reading
Our QDR Hometown Hero of this week is Phillip Howard, a Police Officer in Cary. Phillip was nominated by members of his family and community who say, “Phillip has been a police officer in Cary, North Carolina for almost 6 years. Following in his father Phil and mother Tammy’s footsteps, Phillip is dedicated to the…… Continue Reading
Our QDR Hometown Hero of this week is Jon Barbour, a firefighter for the town Four Oaks. Jon was nominated by his sister Brittany who says, “My brother deserves to be recognized as a Hometown Hero because he is so passionate about giving back to the town that has given so much to him. Raised…… Continue Reading
Our QDR Hometown Hero of this week is Wendy Radford, a paramedic and teacher in Wilson County. Wendy was nominated by her daughter Savannah who says, “My mom Wendy has been on the Wilson County EMS for 17 years and now serves as a lieutenant. She is so selfless and does everything she can for…… Continue Reading
Join Amanda, of the new Q morning crew, as we celebrate new moms and expectant moms. Play games and win gift cards to some of Amanda’s favorite Crabtree stores. Hear expert advice on women’s health from WakeMed physicians. QDR, Crabtree, and WakeMed want to shower you with an informative day of fun and festivities. Sign…… Continue Reading
Support Special Olympics North Carolina as I go Over The Edge, rappelling 30 stories off the Wells Fargo Capitol Center in downtown Raleigh! Help me take my fundraising to new heights in this experience of a lifetime as I raise awareness for nearly 40,000 North Carolina athletes across the state. CLICK HERE TO DONATE Why? You…… Continue Reading
Johnston County Sheriff, Steve Bizzell, says “LET’S HAVE CHURCH!”… Continue Reading