Red Cross pushing for platelets Timothy Martin September 20, 2013 1 minute read The American Red Cross in Roanoke says platelets are in high demand. WFIR’s Timothy Martin has more on how you can help. Click here for more information. Share: Post navigation Previous: Roanoke College poll: governor’s race remains tight, 22% undecidedNext: VEA: no way Virginia teachers earn above the national average Related Stories Natural Shocks at MMT, staged readings this weekend at the Bear Theatre, new art at the Taubman and Eleanor D. Wilson museums Gene Marrano February 4, 2026 0 VBR says first-time holiday marketing campaign was a winner Gene Marrano February 4, 2026 0 Weekly political rally in downtown Roanoke evolves into community gathering Ian Price February 3, 2026 0