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18-04-2025
- Health
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Red Cross urges blood donations in April
During National Volunteer Month in April, the American Red Cross asks donors to help keep the blood supply stable by making an appointment to give blood or platelets now, according to a news release. Type O blood and platelets are especially needed to ensure hospitals are fully stocked with lifesaving blood products this spring. The Red Cross depends on thousands of volunteer donors to collect more than 12,000 blood donations and about 3,000 platelet donations every single day. Blood drives and donation centers also depend on the generosity and valuable time of those who make it possible for the Red Cross to help people in need. As spring travel and activities fill calendars, volunteer blood donations remain essential to critical medical care. Book a time to give blood or platelets now by visiting here or call 1-800-RED CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App. All who come to give now through April 30 will get an exclusive Red Cross T-shirt, while supplies last, plus be automatically entered for a chance to win a $5,000 prize. There will be three winners. For more information, visit here. In May, all who come to give May 1-18 will get a $20 e-gift card to a merchant of choice. Plus, throughout May, those who come to give will be automatically entered to win a U.S. trip of choice for two. For details, visit here. Upcoming blood donation opportunities April 17-May 5: BUREAU COUNTY 4/17/2025: 11:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 316 S. Church Street 4/23/2025: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m., La Moille High School, 801 S. Main 4/29/2025: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m., St Bede Academy Perino Science Center, 24 W. US HWY 6, Peru 5/2/2025: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m., Ladd Community Center, 303 S. Central Ave CARROLL COUNTY 4/23/2025: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m., Chadwick Fire Department, 210 Calvert Street, Route 40 HENRY COUNTY 4/17/2025: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., Kewanee High School, 1211 East 3rd Street 4/18/2025: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., Annawan Community Center, 314 N. State St KNOX COUNTY 4/23/2025: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m., Knox Agri Center, 180 S. Soangetaha Rd. LEE COUNTY 4/18/2025: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m., Kreider Services, 500 Anchor Rd 4/21/2025: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m., American Legion, 1120 W. First St. 4/22/2025: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m., Dixon Sinnissippi Center, 325 Illinois 2 4/29/2025: 8 a.m. – 1 p.m., Amboy High School, 11 E. Hawley Street 5/1/2025: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m., St. Paul United Church of Christ, 2030 Plank Road 5/2/2025: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m., Pilot Grove Bank, 516 North Main Street MERCER COUNTY 4/30/2025: 8 a.m. – 1 p.m., Sherrard High School, 4701 176TH OGLE COUNTY 4/28/2025: 7:30 a.m. – 12 p.m., Polo High School, 100 S. Union Ave. PUTNAM COUNTY 4/21/2025: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m., McNabb Fire Dept., 391 N. Rt. 89 ROCK ISLAND 4/25/2025: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., Mercado on Fifth, 423 12th St. SCOTT COUNTY 4/30/2025: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m., Cunnick-Collins, 1200 E 39th St WHITESIDE COUNTY 4/24/2025: 8 a.m. – 2 p.m., Sterling High School, 1608 4th Ave. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver's license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements. Blood and platelet donors can save time at their next donation by using RapidPass to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, before arriving at the blood drive. To get started, follow the instructions here or use the Blood Donor App. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
12-04-2025
- Climate
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Were you affected by flooding? Here's a list of resources to assist you in Ohio, Kentucky
Organizations and local governments organized resources and cleanup efforts for those affected by the area's recent disruptive floods. The Ohio River at Cincinnati rose Monday to its highest point since 1997. The waters led to intense flooding around the Greater Cincinnati area. This caused thick mud on roadways and in parks, widespread debris and damage to homes. If you've been affected by the flooding, see the list of resources below: And now, the cleanup: Mud left behind as Ohio River water recedes from riverfront parks If you are displaced because of the flood and may need sheltering, please call: 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). If you need help cleaning up after the flood, call 2-1-1 to have your request shared with local voluntary organizations. If you are experiencing a sewer backup, report it to the Metropolitan Sewer District. Click here for information on how to report. Flood cleanup kits are being made available for residents. Cleanup kits include a five-gallon bucket, sponge, hand brush, two sets of handles, mop head, push broom head, squeegee head, brush head, work gloves, rubber gloves, trash bags, face mask, and cleaner/degreaser. Call or visit one of the following locations during normal business hours for a kit: Whitewater Township Fire Department (residents may wish to call 513-353-1518 to ensure staff are available), Miami Township Fire Department Station and Anderson Township Fire Department (call 513-688-8070 to request a kit). City of Cincinnati residents, call 311 to request a kit. More: 8 steps to follow (and who to call) if your basement is flooded Volunteers will be picking up household items around the village starting Saturday at noon. This is not for everyday garbage. Please place items as close as you can get to the street but not on the street. Please put debris in a separate pile. That will be taken care of separately. Contact Kathryn Gail Bailey or call 513-553-4146 x 15 with questions. Homes and businesses whose utilities have been turned off must be inspected before gas or electric can be reconnected. However, residents no longer need to complete an application or call permit central to initiate the process. Clermont County's Building Division has a list of all affected properties and is going door to door with the New Richmond Fire Department to perform inspections. Duke Energy is on site to restore gas and electric as inspections are completed. If residents or businesses would like to schedule their inspection, please call permit central to arrange a date and time: 513-732-732-7213, option 9. Inspectors will continue visiting properties through Saturday. There is no cost for flood-related permits. Matthew 25: Ministries is at the First Baptist Church of New Richmond until 5 p.m. Saturday and between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Sunday. They are operating the Tide Loads of Hope van, which provides free laundry services. More: New Richmond faces its worst flooding in decades after storms: 'This is life on the river' If your home or business was damaged, please contact the Kenton County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management to schedule your damage assessment. You can contact the office via email at kentoncountyEOC@ or by phone at 859-392-1488. Please be ready to provide the following information: Your name and contact phone number Address of damaged structure(s) If the structure(s) are a primary residence or business location Brief description of the damages Campbell County residents and business owners whose primary properties sustained storm or flood damage are encouraged to request a damage survey. Eligible damages to report include: flood-damaged vehicles; cracked or shifting home foundations; roof damage from wind, fallen trees, or heavy rain. Fill out the report by Wednesday, April 16, here. If your home was affected by flooding, you can get free trash vouchers to help throw things away. Valid through June 30, each voucher allows residents to dispose of one pickup truckload or 8-foot trailer load of debris − stacked no more than 3 feet high − at no cost to the resident. Accepted debris includes drywall and insulation, carpeting and rugs, furniture, tree limbs and yard debris and bagged household waste. Items not accepted include electronics, tires, appliances, hazardous waste or liquids. Residents may be charged for unapproved items. Rumpke reserves the right to refuse noncompliant loads. Request vouchers or learn more here. For voucher program questions, contact Solid Waste at SolidWaste@ or 859-547-1866. Disposal Site Locations: Rumpke Covington Transfer Station at 4399 Boron Drive in Covington. Call 800-828-8171 Rumpke Pendleton County Landfill at 1374 Bryan Griffin Road in Butler. Call 859-472-7339 If you own a home or business in Dearborn County that has sustained damage due to flooding, you are urged to report it by using If you do not have internet access, you may call Dearborn County Emergency Management at -812-537-3971. These reports will assist in determining if disaster relief funding will be available. More: Ohio River rose to its highest in 28 years. Now, Cincinnati assessing, cleaning up damage Dearborn County, Indiana: Volunteers will meet at the Aurora City Hall fire bay on Sunday starting at 10 a.m. Volunteers will be required to check in and check out at the end of each shift. Please wear appropriate work clothes, work boots and gloves. Cleaning supplies will be provided. Lunch and beverages provided. Individuals under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. If you have questions concerning volunteer efforts, please contact Aurora City Manager, Austin Woods at awoods@ Cincinnati, Ohio: A flood cleanup event took place Saturday morning at the LeBlond Recreation Center located at 2335 Riverside Drive. A spokesperson for the city said there are currently no plans for additional cleanup events, but officials will continue to assess the needs of the community. Did we miss anyone? Any other city and municipality government, agency or volunteer group that is offering recourses to those affected by the floods can send their information to The Enquirer at cinlocalnews@ This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: Flood recovery resources for counties in Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana
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12-04-2025
- Climate
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Were you affected by flooding? Here's a list of resources to assist you in Ohio, Kentucky
Organizations and local governments organized resources and cleanup efforts for those affected by the area's recent disruptive floods. The Ohio River at Cincinnati rose Monday to its highest point since 1997. The waters led to intense flooding around the Greater Cincinnati area. This caused thick mud on roadways and in parks, widespread debris and damage to homes. If you've been affected by the flooding, see the list of resources below: And now, the cleanup: Mud left behind as Ohio River water recedes from riverfront parks If you are displaced because of the flood and may need sheltering, please call: 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). If you need help cleaning up after the flood, call 2-1-1 to have your request shared with local voluntary organizations. If you are experiencing a sewer backup, report it to the Metropolitan Sewer District. Click here for information on how to report. Flood cleanup kits are being made available for residents. Cleanup kits include a five-gallon bucket, sponge, hand brush, two sets of handles, mop head, push broom head, squeegee head, brush head, work gloves, rubber gloves, trash bags, face mask, and cleaner/degreaser. Call or visit one of the following locations during normal business hours for a kit: Whitewater Township Fire Department (residents may wish to call 513-353-1518 to ensure staff are available), Miami Township Fire Department Station and Anderson Township Fire Department (call 513-688-8070 to request a kit). City of Cincinnati residents, call 311 to request a kit. More: 8 steps to follow (and who to call) if your basement is flooded Volunteers will be picking up household items around the village starting Saturday at noon. This is not for everyday garbage. Please place items as close as you can get to the street but not on the street. Please put debris in a separate pile. That will be taken care of separately. Contact Kathryn Gail Bailey or call 513-553-4146 x 15 with questions. Homes and businesses whose utilities have been turned off must be inspected before gas or electric can be reconnected. However, residents no longer need to complete an application or call permit central to initiate the process. Clermont County's Building Division has a list of all affected properties and is going door to door with the New Richmond Fire Department to perform inspections. Duke Energy is on site to restore gas and electric as inspections are completed. If residents or businesses would like to schedule their inspection, please call permit central to arrange a date and time: 513-732-732-7213, option 9. Inspectors will continue visiting properties through Saturday. There is no cost for flood-related permits. Matthew 25: Ministries is at the First Baptist Church of New Richmond until 5 p.m. Saturday and between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Sunday. They are operating the Tide Loads of Hope van, which provides free laundry services. More: New Richmond faces its worst flooding in decades after storms: 'This is life on the river' If your home or business was damaged, please contact the Kenton County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management to schedule your damage assessment. You can contact the office via email at kentoncountyEOC@ or by phone at 859-392-1488. Please be ready to provide the following information: Your name and contact phone number Address of damaged structure(s) If the structure(s) are a primary residence or business location Brief description of the damages Campbell County residents and business owners whose primary properties sustained storm or flood damage are encouraged to request a damage survey. Eligible damages to report include: flood-damaged vehicles; cracked or shifting home foundations; roof damage from wind, fallen trees, or heavy rain. Fill out the report by Wednesday, April 16, here. If your home was affected by flooding, you can get free trash vouchers to help throw things away. Valid through June 30, each voucher allows residents to dispose of one pickup truckload or 8-foot trailer load of debris − stacked no more than 3 feet high − at no cost to the resident. Accepted debris includes drywall and insulation, carpeting and rugs, furniture, tree limbs and yard debris and bagged household waste. Items not accepted include electronics, tires, appliances, hazardous waste or liquids. Residents may be charged for unapproved items. Rumpke reserves the right to refuse noncompliant loads. Request vouchers or learn more here. For voucher program questions, contact Solid Waste at SolidWaste@ or 859-547-1866. Disposal Site Locations: Rumpke Covington Transfer Station at 4399 Boron Drive in Covington. Call 800-828-8171 Rumpke Pendleton County Landfill at 1374 Bryan Griffin Road in Butler. Call 859-472-7339 If you own a home or business in Dearborn County that has sustained damage due to flooding, you are urged to report it by using If you do not have internet access, you may call Dearborn County Emergency Management at -812-537-3971. These reports will assist in determining if disaster relief funding will be available. More: Ohio River rose to its highest in 28 years. Now, Cincinnati assessing, cleaning up damage Dearborn County, Indiana: Volunteers will meet at the Aurora City Hall fire bay on Sunday starting at 10 a.m. Volunteers will be required to check in and check out at the end of each shift. Please wear appropriate work clothes, work boots and gloves. Cleaning supplies will be provided. Lunch and beverages provided. Individuals under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. If you have questions concerning volunteer efforts, please contact Aurora City Manager, Austin Woods at awoods@ Cincinnati, Ohio: A flood cleanup event took place Saturday morning at the LeBlond Recreation Center located at 2335 Riverside Drive. A spokesperson for the city said there are currently no plans for additional cleanup events, but officials will continue to assess the needs of the community. Did we miss anyone? Any other city and municipality government, agency or volunteer group that is offering recourses to those affected by the floods can send their information to The Enquirer at cinlocalnews@ This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: Flood recovery resources for counties in Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana
