Red Cross Planning Several Blood Drives Now That Strike Is Over

The Red Cross is planning several blood drives in the region over the next month now that about 200 striking workers are back on the job. They'd went on strike over healthcare negotiations, but came back to work on the 22nd. Now, Red Cross spokesperson Monica Stoneking says a push will begin to get back on track with blood collections, as the supply is low for various reasons:

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She says that there's a nationwide push for blood donations, as the supply is low. Below is a list of all the blood drives planned locally. You're also encouraged to schedule your donation day by calling 1 800 RED CROSS

Saint Joseph 07/06/12 Trinity Lutheran Church           12:00 PM - 5:45 PM
Lawton           07/09/12 Evangelical Mennonite Church 1:00 PM - 6:45 PM
Buchanan           07/10/12 Buchanan Moose Lodge           12:00 PM - 5:45 PM
Bangor           07/13/12 Church of Christ                      12:00 PM - 5:45 PM
Sawyer           07/17/12 Trinity Lutheran Church           12:00 PM - 5:45 PM
Saint Joseph 07/18/12 American Red Cross                 11:00 AM - 4:45 PM
Bridgman           07/23/12 Woodland Shores Baptist Church 1:00 PM - 6:45 PM
Cassopolis 07/24/12 First Church of God                     1:00 PM - 6:45 PM
Mattawan           07/31/12 Recast Church                              12:00 PM - 5:45 PM
Hartford           08/02/12 Hartford United Methodist Church 12:00 PM - 5:45 PM