Hometown Hero of the Week: Parker Savage, February 21st, 2024
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is Parker Savage, Health Care Specialist for over 20 years, serving the Triangle. We were blown away by the amazing story behind this week’s hometown hero. She received a bachelor’s degree in 1985 in art and psychology. She chose a career of working with people with special needs because her sister…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Olivia Chewton John and Jude Paw from Second Chance!
Olivia Chewton and Jude Paw are 11 weeks old! They love to cuddle and love to play play play. Second Chance Pet Adoptions is the oldest no-kill rescue organization in Wake County. At Second Chance, our mission is to champion homeless cats and dogs who are healthy or treatable in the quest to find their…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Alan Newcomb, February 14th, 2024
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is Alan Newcomb, Volunteer Firefighter for the Rosewood Volunteer Fire Department. Alan was nominated by his wife Ashley who says, “Alan is an amazing father and husband! He has a heart of gold, loves his community, and would give anyone the shirt off his back to help someone in need. Alan…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Louis v. from the Wake County Animal Center!
Whozza Good Boy?? I am! Louis V. is my name and I am a very good boy. I am potty trained and know “sit”. I came in as a stray so there is not a lot of history on me, but I am a sweet guy that loves to go for walks and be with…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Rodney and Christopher Burris, February 7th, 2024
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is Father and Son duo, Rodney and Christopher Burris from Sanford. Father and Son, Rodney and Christopher Burris from Sanford witnessed firefighters tackle a brush fire many years ago and it inspired them to become volunteers and help in their local community. Fast forward and Rodney has been a firefighter for nearly…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Ink from Second Chance!
Meet Ink, the Dalmatian mix full of love and energy, seeking her forever home! This affectionate pup adores cuddles, impresses with tricks, and is motivated by food. Ink is leash-trained, house-trained, and well-behaved on walks. Though initially wary of new dogs, she warms up with time. Beware of countertop investigations and keep an eye on…… Continue Reading
Gold Star Teacher of the Month: February 2024 – Stephanie Hunt
Our QDR Gold Star Teacher of the month for February is Stephanie Hunt, a Kindergarten teacher at Wilburn Elementary. Stephanie was nominated by Isabel Garland who says, “I chose Ms. Hunt, because she truly is a magnificent and hard-working teacher who is an inspirational Kindergarten teacher to me. She has really taught me a lot…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Lt. Robert Harper, January 31st, 2024
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is Robert Harper, Lieutenant for the Raleigh Fire Department. Robert was nominated by Jimmy Batten, who says “Robert Harper has been serving the public for over 40 years. He has earned the Long Leaf Pine award as a volunteer where he currently holds the rank of assistant chief at Benson Fire Department…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Honey Ham from APS of Durham!
Honey Ham, the guy with a big personality and little legs. This dude knows how to bring the good vibes when he’s with his people and we just can’t get enough of him. He’s playful, energetic, sweet, and goofy, with lots of fun energy. He’s a social butterfly at heart and loves to run to…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Corporal Anthony Locklear, January 24th, 2024
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is Corporal Anthony Locklear, Traffic Investigations and Enforcement Unit Officer for Holly Springs. Corporal Locklear was nominated by Alan Laws who says, “I have had the pleasure to work with Locklear in some capacity over the last 16 years and supervise him for the last 4 1/2 of those. He is currently assigned…… Continue Reading