Fursday: Meet Kovu from APS of Durham!
We know what you’re thinking, how did this handsome boy find his way to the shelter and why is he still there. Two questions we really don’t have the answers to, but you can help solve one of them. Kovu is sweet and sensitive but loves to play with other dogs. He actually arrived to…… Continue Reading
Hometown Hero of the Week: Marissa Delisi, May 15th, 2024
Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Marissa Delisi, an EMT working with Wilson County, Green County, and Jamesville. Marrisa was nominated by her mother Jeannie, who says, “my daughter Marissa has been an EMT for 5 years and she completed her Advanced EMT last year. She has been in emergency services since graduating…… Continue Reading
Fursday: Meet Lush from Second Chance!
Lush is 4 years old, loves people, cuddling, and other dogs! She was found in a trailer park wandering around with her two babies. When Lush is with another dog, she really comes out of her shell. Lush is very mellow, go with the flow, and adores people. When she’s with her people, she thinks…… Continue Reading
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