Red Cross helping Hurricane Michael victims
The Red Cross is just one of several organizations that are coming to the aid of the victims of Hurricane Michael
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American Red Cross to open shelters as Hurricane Michael approaches
The American Red Cross is preparing to open shelters for those who need alternative places to stay during the storm. Click here to see which locations are available near you.
Winter weather causes shortage in blood supply, Red Cross says
Continued severe winter weather conditions have had a negative effect on American Red Cross blood donations, more than doubling the number of canceled blood drives.
Red Cross helping West Columbia family after house fire
The Red Cross said it’s helping a West Columbia family whose home on Senn Street was damaged by fire Thursday night.
Red Cross volunteers from the Midlands deploy to southern California
The Palmetto SC Region of the American Red Cross said it’s sending six volunteers to assist sheltering efforts in southern California, as fast-moving wildfires threaten thousands of homes and businesses.
Midlands Groups Collecting Aid for Puerto Rico
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–A Midlands group is teaming up with a Puerto Rican restaurant to send supplies to Puerto Rico. The owners of La Isla Bonita say it’s been nearly impossible communicating with family on the island, let alone, getting them the help they need. The Hispanic Leadership is helping the restaurant do what it can to help…they’re holding a donation…
Palmetto Region of Red Cross Calls for Volunteers
The Palmetto region of the American Red Cross said Thursday morning that it’s looking for volunteers ahead of Hurricane Irma’s potential landfall in S.C.
Urgent Call for Blood Donations Issued
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – The American Red Cross is calling on you to give blood in these final weeks of summer – in a season where donations are always low. In August, the Red Cross says its regular donors might delay because of last-minute vacations or the back-to-school rush, but its imperative to keep blood bank levels steady to meet…
Regional Red Cross Hosts 24-Hour Giving Blitz
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – The American Red Cross of Central SC is hosting its annual 24-hour giving blitz, to provide hope and urgent relief like food and other essentials to people coping with disaster. Each year, the Red Cross responds to nearly 64,000 disasters nationwide. That means every eight minutes, the organization responds to a disaster, most of which are…
“Hoop it Up” Friday for Blood Drive Hosted by City
COLUMBIA , S.C. (WOLO) – Are you ready to “Hoop it Up”? The City of Columbia and Mayor Steve Benjamin are teaming up with the American Red Cross for the annual blood drive. Head out to the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center today from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. The address is 1101 Lincoln St. Good Morning Columbia’s Grace Joyal sat down…
