Local residents are being asked to join in an effort to save lives.
The first of several local Vitalant blood drives is planned for today from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Center for Community Resources in Butler.
An additional drive is planned for Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Saint Kilian Catholic Church.
Vitalant is offering all donors who give blood and opt into their Donor Rewards Program at a chance to win one of two $5,000 gift cards.
More information can be found on Vitalant’s website.