The American Red Cross has announced upcoming blood locations within the area.

On February 26^th and 27^th there will be a blood drive at the Long Fitness Center on Fort Riley. Donations can be made from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days.

A blood drive is also scheduled for February 25^th from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Manhattan Area Technical College in Manhattan.

Type O negative blood is especially needed right now. O negative is the universal blood type that can potentially be transfused to patients with any type. To make an appointment you can visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED-CROSS.