Red Cross pushing for platelets Timothy Martin September 20, 2013 1 min 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. About the Author Timothy Martin View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Roanoke College poll: governor’s race remains tight, 22% undecidedNext: VEA: no way Virginia teachers earn above the national average Related Stories 2 min read 2 children killed, 17 wounded in Minneapolis Catholic school shooting Ian Price August 27, 2025 1 min read Bracing for the impact of cuts to Medicaid and Obamacare at New Horizons Gene Marrano August 27, 2025 1 min read Roanoke Valley Collective Response holds International Overdose Awareness Day event at Taubman today Gene Marrano August 27, 2025