Thank you to the Ararat Community for participating in the March 17 Blood Drive. There were 20 units collected, which will go a long way in helping others. Our next blood drive is set for Thursday, July 15, from 1 to 6 p.m. at the Ararat Ruritan Building. Appointments can be made for whole blood or "Power Red" donations. Of course, walk-ins also are welcome. The American Red Cross also accepts appointments on its website, <a href="http://redcross.org/">redcross.org</a>. Patients in need count on blood drives like ours to supply a steady supply of blood. Each donation can save up to three lives. We encourage anyone who has never given blood before to consider our drive - bring a friend along. Pamela Smith, Blood Drive Program Leader Ararat Ruritan Club/American Red Cross
