Hometown Hero of the Week: Clay Vaughan, January 3rd, 2024
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is Clay Vaughan, Fire Fighter and EMT with the Sanford Fire Department and First Health EMS. Clay was nominated by his dad Chris who says, “Clay started his journey of public service when he was 16 years old as a junior firefighter. He continued his education to achieve his firefighter and EMT…… Continue Reading
Gold Star Teacher of the Month: January 2024 – Ryann Riggs
Our QDR Gold Star Teacher of the month for January is Ryann Riggs, teacher at True ABAlities Learning Academy. Ryann was nominated by Heather Constantatos, a parent of one of her students who says, “Ms. R is such a blessing to our family! She is doing what no other teacher has been able to do with…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Justin Langdon, December 27th, 2023
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is Justin Langdon, Fire Chief with the Meadow Volunteer Fire Department. Justin was nominated by his wife Lacy who says, “My husband, Justin, has been a Firefighter/EMT with Meadow Volunteer Fire Department for about 10 years now. He recently took on the role as Fire Chief and has put his heart…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Brandon Arnold, December 20th, 2023
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is Brandon Arnold, volunteer fireman for the Bunn Fire Department. Brandon was nominated by his wide Lindsey who says, “Brandon has been serving as a volunteer fireman at Bunn Fire Department for 13 years. Those that know Brandon would say that he has a heart of gold, passionate, selfless, and always…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Jupe from Second Chance!
This suave 7-year-old lad has mastered the leash, ensuring stylish strolls for all. Despite his age, he’s the poster pup for enthusiasm, always up for a good chase with neighborhood cats, proving that speed isn’t everything! A connoisseur of family dinners, he takes his “monitoring” duties seriously, making sure no morsel goes unattended, of course…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Jeff Barrett, December 13th, 2023
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is Jeff Barrett, Dispatcher for the Wake Forest Police Department. Jeff was nominated by his wife Courtney who says, “My husband Jeff stepped in and returned to work after I had to stop for medical reasons. He takes his job as a dispatcher very seriously and goes above and beyond every…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Cookie and Minnie from Wake County Animal Center!
The dog adoption center will reopen December 12. If you would like to set up a special appointment to meet with me before then, fill out the contact form by visiting their website. Meet Cookie! Check her out! Meet Minnie! Check her out!… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: David Braswell, December 6th, 2023
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the Week is David Braswell, Captain for the Castalia Volunteer Fire Department. David was nominated by Anna Joyner, who says “Captain David Braswell has been serving the community for over 38 years with the Castalia Volunteer Fire Department. David is fondly known as “Pac Man” to those closest to him. Many in the community…… Continue Reading
Gold Star Teacher of the Month: December 2023 – Amanda Blough
Our QDR Goldstar Teacher of the month for December is Amanda Blough, a 2nd grade teacher at Sanford Creek Elementary School. Mrs. Blough was nominated by Karissa Hill, who is a parent of one of her students, who says, “My son just started Mrs. Blough’s class and is brand new to the school this year and…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Aladdin from Saving Grace!
He isn’t riding in on a magic carpet, but Aladdin is going to magically bring all kinds of happiness to your life! This little pup is a pint and a half at about 20 lbs now, with lots of growing to do, he is fun, frolic and fabulous all rolled into one! Aladdin is a…… Continue Reading