Red Cross still facing critical blood shortage Starr Anderson July 28, 2016 1 minute read The American Red Cross hopes a small perk will motivate blood and platelet donors to give now and help put an end to a critical blood shortage. WFIR’s Starr Anderson has the story. Share: Post navigation Previous: Kaine speaks at DNC, accepts vice-presidential nominationNext: Vinton Police investigating possible murder-suicide Related Stories RoVa Labs is “the next step” in the valley’s biotech ecosystem Gene Marrano April 14, 2026 UPDATE: Former Roanoke Rambler staff cite pay cuts in mass termination; new owner silent Ian Price April 13, 2026 Excel Center at Melrose Plaza making progress, forging partnerships Gene Marrano April 10, 2026