Red Cross needs blood donations even on holidays Starr Anderson November 28, 2013 1 min read The American Red Cross always sees a drop in blood donations around the holidays, and because the need for blood never stops, the organization has created an incentive to come out and donate today. WFIR’s Starr Anderson has more. About the Author Starr Anderson View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Deep fryers are a common cause of Thanksgiving injuries and house firesNext: 15,000 people move feet so others can eat Related Stories 1 min read 49th annual Artemis literary journal sets launch party Gene Marrano August 28, 2025 1 min read Late Salem pro baseball franchise owner honored as “Salem’s Baseball Savior.” Gene Marrano August 28, 2025 1 min read GOP Roanoke City Sheriff’s candidate looks to bring change to the office Clark Palmer August 28, 2025