Red Cross acquisition means more efficient blood donation services Gene Marrano June 2, 2019 1 minute 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: Post navigation Previous: Minnesota Rep. wades into gun control battle againNext: Roanoke woman dies in Myrtle Beach after accident Related Stories Coffee truck owner frustrated with code enforcement in Roanoke City Clark Palmer March 27, 2026 0 A new playground at the Williamson Road Library – Plaza de Esperanza – cuts a ribbon Gene Marrano March 27, 2026 0 State Republican lawmakers call for temporary suspension of Commonwealth’s gas tax Clark Palmer March 27, 2026 0