Blood drive next week

The Valley Service Organization (VSO) is holding its annual blood drive Tuesday from noon to 5:30 p.m. in the Great Hall at the Platte Valley Community Center.

As always, the drive is held in conjunction with United Blood Services of Wyoming (UBS).

Roxie Baldwin is Saratoga coordinator for the event. Those who wish to donate may call her at 307-326-8545 or by going on line to www.UnitedBloodServices.org. Walk-ins are also accepted.

Anyone who is in good health, at least 17 years old and who weighs at least 110 pounds may donate blood every 56 days, according to UBS.

UBS reports 500 people a we...