Category Archives: Featured
Tending God's earth: a journey of faith through gardening
By MIKE RALEY WPTF Weekend Gardener I have always believed that God is in everything. There can be nothing on Earth to which this idea applies more than a garden. Don't forget - one of God's first cre...
Nov 30, 2025
KIX Kitties and K9s: Meet Christine!
Christine is a gorgeous 2-year-old calico with a heart just as stunning as her coat. She's a sweet, calm girl who absolutely melts when she trusts you-her favorite thing in the world is to gently plac...
Nov 25, 2025
This NC plant eats bugs for breakfast - and looks beautiful doing it
By MIKE RALEY WPTF Weekend GardenerMost of us have seen or have some knowledge of the most iconic plant in the world: It's the "Venus Flytrap", which is native to a small area of southeastern North Ca...
Nov 16, 2025
This NC plant eats bugs for breakfast - and looks beautiful doing it
By MIKE RALEY WPTF Weekend Gardener Most of us have seen or have some knowledge of the most iconic plant in the world: It's the "Venus Flytrap", which is native to a small area of southeastern North C...
Nov 16, 2025
KIX Kitties and K9s: Meet Naomi!
Naomi is a gentle 12-year-old tabby who came to us after her owner became homeless and wanted a better life for her. Now, Naomi is hoping to find a loving home where she can spend her golden years in ...
Oct 29, 2025
Composting Made Easy: Tips from the WPTF Weekend Gardener
By MIKE RALEY WPTF Weekend Gardener One of the most economical and practical things you can do for the plants in your landscape and vegetable garden is to start a compost pile. We've discussed it fair...
Oct 26, 2025
KIX Kitties and K9s: Meet Ollie!
Ollie is a 2-year-old Shepherd mix with a heart as big as his smile. Weighing about 40 pounds, he's the perfect medium-sized companion - full of energy for outdoor adventures, yet gentle and affection...
Oct 22, 2025
KIX Kitties and K9s: Meet Fieri!
Hi I am Fieri! I am a little tabby that I share a name with the famous chef, but my real specialty is serving up cuddles and playtime. I am always the first to investigate, the first to pounce, and th...
Oct 15, 2025
Come See Us at the NC State Fair!
Enjoy the North Carolina State Fair from Thursday, October 16th, through Sunday, October, October 26th! While you're there, be sure to stop by the 94.7 QDR State Fair Studio powered by Thompson Buick ...
Oct 15, 2025
Ironweed: The resilient perennial transforming North Carolina landscapes
By MIKE RALEY WPTF Weekend GardenerWe all want resilient plants for our landscape. Frankly we want something that is cost effective. A plant which fulfills that description and expectation is "Ironwee...
Oct 12, 2025