
Gold Star Teacher of the Month: February 2023 – Brittany Barham
Our QDR Goldstar Teacher of the month for February is Brittany Barham, 1st Grade Teacher at Durant Road Elementary. Brittany was nominated by Mellissa Schofield who says, “Brittany is wonderful! She genuinely cares about each of her students, past, present, and even future. She brings out the love of learning in each of her students, especially…… Continue Reading

Fursday: Meet Bruno from SPCA of Wake County!
This doe-eyed young man is Bruno! Bruno is a 1-year-old dog weighing 47lbs. Bruno came from a difficult situation where he was chained up outside for his whole life. He lost one of his ears when he was attacked by a dog, so he has a very unusual appearance. But you would never know he…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Adam Whitfield, February 1st, 2023
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Adam Whitfield, Firefighter for the Durham Fire Department. Adam was nominated by Bow Bowden who says, “Adam is a devoted fireman. He has been serving the Durham Fire Department since 2005. He is the driver of Ladder 3 and also teaches in the academy. Adam strives to…… Continue Reading

Fursday: Meet Daisy from Wake County Animal Center!
Our girl, Daisy, is the softest girl in the building! Not only is she soft, she’s beautiful. She has the happiest tail wag and a great happy dance when you talk to her excitedly. She already knows sit and takes treats gently. She walks well on her leash with minimal pulling. She is 7, so…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Austin Coleman, January 25th, 2023
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Austin Coleman, Law Enforcement Officer in Harnett County. Austin was nominated by his wife Ashleigh who says, “Austin is a wonderful man, he has worked in law enforcement for many years. Though it can be a tough career, he is always ready to jump in and help…… Continue Reading

Fursday: Meet Honey with Saving Grace!
Visit Honey’s Profile Here Looking for a special hound with a great personality and a disposition as sweet as honey? Then look no further than this distinguished adult hound whose namesake literally means sweet. Honey is a lean, handsome brown, black and white hound, with the most adorable brown floppy ears) that is looking for…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Travis Denny, January 18th, 2023
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Travis Denny, Patrol Sergeant for the Town of Zebulon Police Department. Travis was nominated by his wife Nichole who says, “I would like to nominate my husband, Travis Denny as a QDR Hometown Hero. Travis is a Patrol Sergeant who has been serving the Town of Zebulon…… Continue Reading

Fursday: Meet Louanne with Second Chance!
I’m Louanne, I’m almost 2 ½ years old and I’m looking for my forever home. I’m a sweet and sassy girl looking for a home where I can be the only kitty. I do great with dogs but I am very confident so I need a dog that will be ok living with a little…… Continue Reading

Hometown Hero of the Week: Brian Hobgood, January 11th, 2023
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Brian Hobgood from Chapel Hill. Brian was nominated by his sister Angel who says, “my brother is one of the most selfless people I know. If he knew I was nominating him, he would ask me not to. He started his career in public safety as a…… Continue Reading

Fursday: Meet Muddy Buddy with APS
Oh hi there! I’m Muddy Buddy, a super sweet, affectionate, and wiggly puppy who has a lot of love to give. I take a little time to feel all the way comfortable with a new person but have truly excelled in my time here at the shelter. I’ve learned a lot of new tricks, worked…… Continue Reading