Red Cross seeking more African American blood donors Gene Marrano September 15, 2020 1 minute read MGN September is Sickle Cell Awareness Month and the American Red Cross is taking the occasion to ask for more African American blood donors to step up. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: Martin’s announces they are bringing live music backNext: UVA coaches says players, staff ready for football Related Stories Salem RidgeYaks to host inaugural fan fest tomorrow at Salem Memorial Ballpark Web Staff March 20, 2026 0 SupNoke launches as free Roanoke Valley event hub Ian Price March 19, 2026 0 New Roanoke coffee truck excited to be part of community that supports small business Clark Palmer March 19, 2026 0