Hometown Hero of the Week: David Hawkins, May 8th, 2024
Our QDR Hometown Hero Of The Week Is David Hawkins, First Sergeant For The Highway Patrol. David Hawkins has served with the North Carolina State Highway Patrol since September of 1997. During his time on the patrol, he has served in many different capacities; such as the Highway Patrol Motor Unit, Criminal Interdiction Unit Sergeant,…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Marty from APS of Durham!
Meet lil’ Moe. Handsome, sweet, goofy, and great with other dogs. Don’t let his worried face fool you, once he’s comfortable with his friends, his frown turns upside down! Chin scratches and head pats are his jam, and he’ll take those with a side of hot dogs please. Moe has become a lot braver than…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Richard Sykes, May 1st, 2024
Our QDR Hometown Hero Of The Week is Richard Sykes, Captain at Orange Grove Volunteer fire Department in Efland. Richard has been in Fire Service for 30 years, and he does a lot for the fire department, his church, and his community. He is a great husband, dad, grandfather, and great grandfather. He’ll go out of…… Continue Reading
Gold Star Teacher of the Month: May 2024 – Michelle Pitts
Our QDR Gold Star Teacher of the month for May is Michelle Pitts, 6th Grade Science Teacher at North Johnston Middle School. Michelle was nominated by Tonya Sanderson who says, Michelle was my son’s 1st grade teacher and his 6th grade Science teacher. She goes out of her way to include all the children and make sure they know she cares about them as a person but…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Monsoon from Saving Grace!
Let the LOVE rain down… and we mean pour down… soaking wet with cuteness and sweetness… you’ll leave your umbrella at home every time for sure if it means you get to hang with Monsoon! Monsoon is this great retriever mix who is an adult, weighing about 60 lbs full grown. This guy is the…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Mary Elizabeth Johnson, April 24th, 2024
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is Mary Elizabeth Johnson, a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department at UNC Johnston Health Smithfield. Mary was nominated by Victoria Parrish who says, “Mary has been a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department at UNC Johnston Health Smithfield for 4 years. She entered her passion in the height of the…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Relish from Second Chance!
Can you believe it? Relish, the handsome tennis ball-loving boy, is still waiting for his forever home! This 4-year-old sweetheart is overflowing with love and affection. Whether he’s by your side, snuggled up close, or walking alongside you, Relish is always ready to be your loyal companion. Despite his past hardships, Relish’s spirit remains unbroken.…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Chris Lynch, April 17th, 2024
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Chris Lynch, police officer with the city of Roxboro. Chris has been in law enforcement for 10+ years. He has also been on the local fire department since he was 16. Chris also served in the Marine Corps. He is a loving father of two and is…… Continue Reading
QDR Concert After Party at Whiskey Rose
The QDR country concert season is here, and so are the after parties. When the concert ends, the party is just getting started with the official QDR Concert After Party at the rowdiest bar on Glenwood South. Whiskey Rose Raleigh, you’ll never know who might stop by! Check out the concert and after party schedule below.… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Marty from APS of Durham!
Bring Marty to your party! A fan favorite, silly, curious, and playful guy, this pup is sure to win over the heart of any crowd. He’s an enthusiastic goof who LOVES toys, treats, and affection. Marty would benefit from someone who can keep up with his fun energy, but it’s nothing out of the dog-gone-ordinary.…… Continue Reading