•January 10, 2018•

An American Red Cross blood drive will be held 9 a.m-1 p.m. Friday, January 12 in the Okaw Valley High School gym in Bethany.

Any healthy individual, age 16 through 75, who meets weight requirements may donate blood. Donors should eat a healthy meal and drink an extra 16 oz. of water and fluids before donating, and they must bring identification showing a picture and a signature.

All blood types are needed, especially Types 0- and 0+.

By donating at this blood drive, you are helping one or more graduating seniors earn a scholarship! You may save up to 15 minutes when you donate blood by using RapidPass! Visit redcrossblood.org/RapidPass for more information.

The drive is sponsored by the Okaw Valley High School student council. For more information regarding the drive or to make an appointment, contact Okaw Valley High School at 665-3631 or make an appointment online at www.redcrossblood.org. Walk-ins are also welcome.