A Red Cross blood drive will be held on Saturday, August 17 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Wesley Way United Methodists Church. The drive was organized by Harry Poole, a Boy Scout in Troop 264 located in Hampton who is completing his Eagle Scout rank.

  To get started you can download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit red crossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or drivers license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age (age 16 with parental consent), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.