Today, Columbia police, Richland County deputies and Columbia firefighters rolled up their sleeves to save lives and have a little friendly competition. Each year, departments partner with the Red Cross to see which agency can donate the most blood.
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Our community heroes are getting a jump start on Memorial Day by giving the gift of life. This week was the kickoff of the annual ‘Boots and Badges’ blood drive. The blood drive has Midlands fire fighters, police officers, and deputies looking to see who can donate the most blood. And they need donors. You can donate…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The Richland County Sheriff’s Department is the winner of this year’s Boots and Badges blood drive. According to the Red Cross, RCSD collected 34 of the 73 votes cast by donors beating out the Columbia Police and Fire Departments. The win comes with bragging rights and a trophy. Boots and Badges is a friendly competition between first responder…
