Red Cross still facing critical blood shortage Starr Anderson July 28, 2016 1 min 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. About the Author Starr Anderson View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Kaine speaks at DNC, accepts vice-presidential nominationNext: Vinton Police investigating possible murder-suicide Related Stories 1 min read Virginia’s Blue Ridge Go Cross is back this weekend Gene Marrano September 9, 2025 1 min read 17th annual Roanoke Greek Festival returns this month with new changes Web Staff September 8, 2025 1 min read Unemployment numbers creep up in Virginia Gene Marrano September 8, 2025