Red Cross acquisition means more efficient blood donation services Gene Marrano June 2, 2019 1 min read The summer months are one of the slowest times of the year when it comes to blood donations. The local American Red Cross chapter is hoping a recent acquisition makes a difference. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has that story: Share: Continue Reading Previous: Minnesota Rep. wades into gun control battle againNext: Roanoke woman dies in Myrtle Beach after accident Related Stories 1 min read Rep. points to TVA power warning in push to delay plant closures Ian Price June 26, 2025 2 min read Fragile ceasefire holds as tensions shift to Washington Web Staff June 26, 2025 3 min read Tom Bowers announces retirement after 20 years as Salem’s top prosecutor Ian Price June 26, 2025